Senior Philanthropy Manager

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Are you an exceptional fundraiser who excels at cultivating high-value relationships and securing transformational gifts? Do you enjoy working with senior volunteers and philanthropists who are deeply committed to changing children’s lives?

Step into a pivotal role within one of the UK’s leading philanthropy teams as you lead our flagship Tick Tock Club appeal — inspiring major donors and volunteers to drive extraordinary impact for seriously ill children.

Salary

The salary for this position is £52,526 per annum and we operate a hybrid working policy of a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

In line with our EDI strategy and Total Reward policy, we calculate our salaries based on benchmarking data across the charity sector. To ensure fairness for existing staff and new joiners, we do not offer salaries above the advertised rate.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver a personal fundraising target of £1.5m+, securing six- and seven-figure gifts and multi-year commitments from high-net-worth individuals and charitable trusts.
Lead the £20m Tick Tock Club appeal, shaping strategy and driving one of GOSH Charity’s flagship philanthropic initiatives.
Recruit, inspire and collaborate with senior volunteers, campaign boards and influential supporters to accelerate high-value fundraising.
Manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, using insight-led approaches to build long-term engagement and maximise impact.
Oversee campaign events, communications and tailored proposals, ensuring activity aligns with income targets and delivers an exceptional supporter experience.
Provide motivating line management to a small team, fostering professional development, wellbeing and high performance.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
A strong track record of securing six- and seven-figure philanthropic gifts.
Experience partnering with senior volunteers and campaign boards on major fundraising initiatives.
Strategic leadership skills with the ability to galvanise a team around ambitious goals.
Exceptional relationship-building, influencing and presentation abilities.
A creative, solutions-focused mindset with resilience under pressure.
Please refer to the full job description below for more information .

About the team

You’ll join our sector-leading Philanthropy team — recognised as one of the most high-performing and respected in the charity sector. We partner with some of the most generous and committed philanthropists in the UK and beyond to transform the lives of seriously ill children.

Our talented and supportive team of 20+ works closely with colleagues across fundraising, clinical, and research teams to create inspiring, high-impact opportunities for supporters. In partnership with senior volunteers and committees, we drive landmark campaigns including the £300 million  Build It. Beat It.  appeal and the Tick Tock Club, with exciting plans for a major new research-focused campaign on the horizon.
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Location:
Bloomsbury
Job Type:
FullTime

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