We are seeking an experienced relationship driven Fundraiser to take ownership of a strategic role with real influence. You’ll own the philanthropy and major gifts portfolio — identifying, cultivating and stewarding high-net-worth individuals, high-value corporate partners and trusts & foundations — and shape a compelling case for support that unlocks multi-year funding and strategic partnerships. In this new role you will close significant gifts, steward long-term relationships and see the measurable difference your work makes to patients and families. This role is for you if: You’re motivated by securing high-value support and building long-term philanthropic relationships. You enjoy high-touch, strategic stewardship and personalised donor engagement. You’re confident working with senior leaders, trustees and external stakeholders in fundraising asks. You want to design and deliver a major-gifts strategy that shapes organisational growth. You seek a role where commercial awareness, relationship-building and impact reporting matter. What you’ll be doing: Developing and owning a 3–5 year philanthropy and major gifts strategy aligned to our priorities and targets. Identifying, qualifying and cultivating major donor prospects, corporate partners and foundation opportunities. Delivering a stewardship programme for legacy giving. Preparing bespoke proposals, briefing materials and stewardship plans for high-value supporters. Leading solicitation and negotiation of major gifts, multi-year pledges and corporate partnership agreements. Working with a trusts & foundations fundraiser on applications, reporting and relationships to maximise grant income. Working with CEO/Board to involve senior leadership in cultivation and asks; coordinating donor visits and stewardship events. Maintaining CRM pipeline, forecasting, compliance with donor agreements and reporting on performance. What we’re looking for: 3 years’ experience with a proven track record in major gifts, philanthropy or senior fundraising. Exceptional relationship-building, presentation and negotiation skills with senior stakeholders. Experience writing successful trust/foundation proposals and managing grant relationships. Strong strategic thinking, pipeline management and financial forecasting abilities. Excellent written skills for proposals, reports and personalised stewardship communications. Discreet, professional approach to donor confidentiality and ethical fundraising practice. Why join us? Influence service delivery directly by securing funding that expands and sustains Hospice care. Lead a strategic, high-profile fundraising area with visibility to senior leaders and trustees. Opportunity to build and shape a major-gifts programme and leave a lasting legacy. Flexible working and the chance to build meaningful relationships across our community and partner network. Location: Hexham, hybrid working will be considered. Hours: Full-time, with some weekend and out of hours working Reports to: Head of Income Generation Closing date: 9 March Interviews: 16 March