Prospect Research Manager – Mencap
We are recruiting a new Prospect Research Manager to join our team on a part‑time, permanent basis for 3 days per week (22.5 hours). The role requires a commitment to 1 day in our London Office per week, and participation in other meetings when needed.
Core Responsibilities
* Devise and implement targeted prospecting strategies to identify and qualify potential trust, statutory, corporate and philanthropy prospects.
* Support fundraisers through prospect management, portfolio development and network mapping.
* Deliver insightful prospect research to inform cultivation and engagement strategies.
* Maximise use of the Salesforce CRM system and analytical tools to deliver high‑quality reporting and support forecasting and pipeline planning.
* Monitor and interpret external and internal trends and influences to ensure our prospect pipelines are managed optimally.
* Work collaboratively to identify and qualify potential philanthropic donors across the fundraising directorate.
* Deliver training to fundraisers on matters of prospect research, as the need arises.
Your Experience
* Strong understanding of the UK philanthropy, trust and corporate giving landscapes, including trends, motivators and vehicles for giving.
* Detailed knowledge of research tools and techniques, including wealth analysis in a fundraising environment.
* Understanding of the regulatory landscape in which research exists, and the need for compliance and sensitivity.
* Established experience in delivering prospect research within the charity sector, with a track record in identifying and qualifying prospects across philanthropy, corporate and/or trust markets.
* Curiosity, creativity and innovation in exploring new sources, methods and connections.
* Skilled communicator, able to present complex insights clearly, persuasively and succinctly. Familiarity with CRM systems, ideally Salesforce.
* Extensive knowledge of compliance requirements including GDPR, Fundraising Code of Practice and others.
Why join Mencap
At Mencap, you can bring your whole self to work. We are committed to inclusion, kindness and continuous learning, and we believe that when our people feel supported and valued, they can do their best work.
If you are ready to make a difference, please provide an up‑to‑date bespoke CV that demonstrates all your relevant skills and experience.
Benefits
We offer 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high‑street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest‑free loans, and many other exciting offerings.
About Mencap
Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in, supporting people, their families and carers.
Our culture encourages belonging at Mencap for everyone, every day, everywhere. We expect colleagues to treat people well and to make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
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The role will close on 18th January. First‑stage interviews will commence week commencing 19th January, with a second‑stage interview week commencing 26th January.
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