Salary: £56,650 per annum FTE (pro rata at 0.8 FTE)
Duration of Contract: Fixed Term for 12 months (maternity cover)
Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time) - part-time would be considered at 0.8 FTE
Location: Sutton/Chelsea. This role is eligible for hybrid working.
Closing Date: 30th April 2026
About The Role
We are seeking a Senior Trusts Fundraising Manager to join our Trusts & Corporate Team and contribute to our income generation plans. The successful candidate will play a key role in maximising income from Trusts and Foundations to support our mission: to make the discoveries that defeat cancer.
Key Responsibilities
* To maximise income from Trusts and Foundations by further developing the ICR’s relationships with existing medium and large Trust donors and by personally securing the support of new ones. You will be required to focus on raising grants broadly in the range of £10k to £500k
* To develop a donor pipeline aligned with Trusts and Foundations that have a strong synergy with the ICR’s mission and research priorities. The postholder will help shape engagement strategies and secure multi‑year partnerships that deepen the ICR’s institutional relationships
About You
We are looking for a candidate able to demonstrate a substantial track record of securing support from Trusts and Foundations (including six‑figure+ sums) and sustaining a portfolio of partner/donor relationships in the not‑for‑profit environment. An individual who can develop relationships with individuals at the highest level, both externally and internally, and including with scientists, senior volunteers and trustees. And you must be able to write well, putting together compelling proposals with detailed plans and budgets.
What We Offer
* A supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
* Competitive salary and pension.
Department/Directorate Information
The Development and Communications directorate tells the ICR’s story and focuses on income generation. The ICR is world‑renowned for its outstanding cancer research – and it deserves communication to match. We believe that communicating effectively about the ICR's work can help us build on our successes – attracting donors and supporters, the best staff and students, commercial partners and collaborators. Within the Development and Comms directorate, the Trusts & Corporate team is responsible for all philanthropic organisational relationships for the ICR.
We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact the Talent team via Email on [email protected]
Why work for us?
As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits.
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The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.
Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back – if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.
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