Job Description
Team: Philanthropy & Partnerships
Location: Remotely in the UK with some travel for meetings and events
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £49,149.84 per annum
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them. Will you join us and make a better life for cats?
Responsibilities of our Philanthropy Manager:
* The Philanthropy Manager role sits within the Philanthropy team (part of a wider Philanthropy & Partnerships function) that seeks to identify, engage, secure support from and steward high value supporters.
* The team manages a significant portfolio and has ambitious growth targets, and this role will play a key part in growing the number and overall value of supporters.
About the Philanthropy & Partnerships team:
* Philanthropy and Partnerships are a dedicated and motivated team who all believe strongly in our mission and values. We have ambitious growth plans with a large focus on growing and diversifying our pipeline
* We have a team of 21
What we’re looking for in our Philanthropy Manager:
* Identifying and cultivating relationships with high value prospects, either individual or Charitable Trusts and Foundations, and securing significant gifts
* High value donor stewardship and relationship development
* Developing and communicating high value funding propositions and products
* Line management experience
* Writing compelling cases for support and applications
* Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and passionately
What we can offer you:
* range of health benefits
* 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
* Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
* and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 7th June 2026
Virtual interview date: 15th & 16th June 2026
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
3. Final stage informal discussion
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email recruitment@cats.org.uk if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.