An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Major Gifts Officer to join a leading national charity. This is a full-time, permanent role within the Philanthropy & Partnerships team, focused on supporting the cultivation and stewardship of relationships with high-net-worth individuals and major donors to maximise income in support of the organisation’s vital work.
Key responsibilities of the role:
* Support the development and delivery of tailored proposals, engagement opportunities, and stewardship plans for donors
* Manage and nurture a portfolio of mid- to high-value supporters, ensuring excellent donor care and long-term engagement
* Assist in identifying and researching new prospects, contributing to the growth of the major donor pipeline
* Coordinate and help deliver bespoke donor events, visits, and meetings to strengthen supporter connections
* Draft and prepare high-quality proposals, briefings, and impact reports for internal and external audiences
* Work closely with colleagues across teams to identify projects suitable for donor support and package them appropriately
* Monitor income and activity progress, preparing reports and updates as required
* Keep up to date with sector trends and best practice in philanthropy fundraising
* Undertake any other duties as reasonably required to support the fundraising function
Ideal candidate profile:
* Experience in fundraising, donor engagement, or relationship management, ideally within a major donor or high-value giving context
* Strong relationship management skills, with the confidence to engage with donors, trustees, and senior stakeholders
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare persuasive proposals and impactful updates
* A proactive approach to identifying and developing new donor opportunities
* Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
* Motivated, target-driven, and attentive to detail
* A collaborative team player with a genuine passion for making a social impact
Location: Central London
Salary: £40,000
Working hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Working pattern: Hybrid, 3 days per week on-site
Contract: Permanent
This vacancy is being actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.