Job Title: Trust Fundraiser Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 Hours: 36 hours per week Location: North West London (NW9) Kisharon Langdon UK has an exciting opportunity for a Trust Fundraiser to join their growing team in North West London. Kisharon Langdon is a charity offering a wide range of services to support people with learning disabilities and autistic people, and their families. From our nursery and school to further education, through to employment opportunities and supported living, Kisharon Langdon empowers people with learning disabilities and autistic people to thrive and realise their ambitions and aspirations. Whilst we support the Jewish community, we celebrate and benefit from the diversity of the communities in which we are based and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. The Role; The Trust Fundraiser plays a pivotal role in securing voluntary income for Kisharon Langdon by managing a portfolio of charitable trusts and foundations to achieve agreed income targets and support the organisation’s strategic goals. The role involves developing and delivering a robust grant funding pipeline, underpinned by thorough prospect research and clear planning, to ensure sustainable and long-term income growth. Key Responsibilities; Manage a portfolio of charitable trusts and foundations through a journey of cultivation, solicitation and stewardship to secure major grants, which meet personal and departmental income targets. Identify and research prospective new funders and develop appropriate strategies to engage and cultivate them to ensure a healthy donor pipeline. Work closely with the relevant technical leads to gain required information for funding proposals Ensure that all donations and grants are properly logged on the database and acknowledged in a timely fashion. Nurture good relationships with existing and prospective donors, developing stewardship programmes, with the support of the wider fundraising team. This will include showcasing Kisharon Langdon’s work to existing and prospective funders and clearly conveying its impact. About You; Minimum 2 years proven successful experience in applications to charitable trusts and foundations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills alongside fantastic relationship building skills. An ability to write engaging and persuasive funding applications and proposals to the highest standard. Strong IT skills including sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems. Able to work under pressure and manage competing priorities Working to tight timescales to write successful bids. Researching and gathering data and evidence to inform funding proposals and to report on impact and outcomes. What we offer; 21 days paid holiday per holiday year which increases with length of service, in addition, you are entitled to bank and public holidays and major Jewish festivals. (Pro-rated for part time staff) Company Pension scheme, Occupational Sick Pay after a qualifying period, which increases with length of service, Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues, Development and career progression opportunities. How to apply; Please apply online today with your most current up to date CV and a brief cover letter (no more than one page) outlining your interest in joining Kisharon Langdon and your relevant skills and experience for the role. This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service, and all applicants will need to demonstrate the right to work in the UK. Please note at this time Kisharon Langdon cannot offer certificate of sponsorship support. Please Note: We reserve the right depending on the number of applications received, to shortlist and interview candidates prior to the closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged.