About The Role
Development Manager / Senior Development Manager
This full‑time post is available immediately on a permanent basis.
The role is available as a Development Manager at Grade F, or as a Senior Development Manager at Grade G for candidates with demonstrable experience of securing multiple six‑figure gifts.
The starting salary will be from £43,482 on Grade F for Development Manager or from £50,253 on Grade G for Senior Development Manager, depending on knowledge, skills and experience.
This role offers an opportunity for hybrid working, with a minimum of three days a week in the office.
Following the successful conclusion of the Making the Exceptional Happen campaign (which raised over £71m), attention is turning to a new campaign chaired by alumnus Sir Sajid Javid to raise £150m in support of the University’s 2030 strategy.
This campaign will launch publicly in autumn 2026. We are seeking to recruit a resilient and target‑driven fundraiser to deliver our philanthropic endeavours.
You will identify and generate significant philanthropic income from individual alumni and potential supporters in the UK and overseas. You must have a natural ability to develop long‑lasting relationships which is critical to you achieving agreed individual income targets.
About You
With an established track record of securing major gifts you will maximise your experience to generate five and six‑figure donations on a regular basis.
Your excellent communication skills and the vision to work across University departments will facilitate contacts that lead to revenue generation.
You must be able to develop and demonstrate a thorough understanding of the University and our strengths and priorities. Above all, you must understand donor motivation and expand the pool of potential donors by using your own initiative.
Further Information
Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.
Further Information: Please contact Jessica Greenaway, Head of Development, J.A.Greenaway@exeter.ac.uk.
About Us
Transform Your Career and Help Shape a Greener, Healthier, and Fairer Future. We are committed to understanding different cultures and perspectives, supporting diverse leadership, and striving for social justice. We encourage applications from all groups underrepresented in our community, including racially minoritised individuals and those with disabilities.
With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 countries, we foster a culture where everyone can thrive.
You can read more about our current accreditations and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
Why our colleagues love working here
* Flexible working opportunities and leading parental leave initiatives
* Generous annual leave (39-41 days including bank holidays)
* Competitive pension contributions
* A genuine dedication to supporting the health and wellbeing of all colleagues – see initiatives here
* Sustainability and the environment being at the heart of what we do
How we can help
If you’re considering applying and need support to do so, please get in touch with us at hrhelpdesk@exeter.ac.uk.
You can request reasonable adjustments within your application or by contacting us. You can also choose to be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme.
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