We are looking for a Trusts Manager to join our High Value Relationships team and help secure transformational funding for our work with disabled people with complex needs. This is a hybrid role, working 2-3 days in our London office.
Working closely with the Head of High Value Relationships and colleagues across Sense, you will contribute to the development and delivery of our high value fundraising strategy. You will manage a varied portfolio of trust and foundation funders, from early‑stage research through to proposal submission, stewardship and reporting.
This role is ideal for an experienced trusts fundraiser who enjoys building relationships, writing compelling proposals, and working collaboratively to bring impactful projects to life.
Key responsibilities
* Develop and manage a strong pipeline of trust and foundation prospects to meet income targets.
* Research and identify new funding opportunities aligned to Sense’s priorities and unfunded projects.
* Lead the development and submission of high‑quality funding applications, including six‑figure‑plus proposals.
* Build and maintain relationships with Trustees and key funder contacts.
* Lead or support the management of grants, ensuring compliance, quality assurance and timely reporting.
* Act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of key funders.
* Monitor and report on progress against personal income targets and budgets.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing and operational teams to develop strong funding propositions.
About you
* Proven experience generating income and meeting targets in a high value fundraising role.
* Direct experience of developing and submitting six‑figure‑plus trust and foundation proposals.
* Experience managing a trusts and foundations pipeline and identifying new funding opportunities.
* Strong relationship‑building skills, including engaging senior leaders and supporters.
* Experience creating compelling stewardship plans and managing funder relationships.
* Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to write persuasive, impactful proposals and reports.
* Strong numerical skills, including budgeting and financial reporting.
* Experience working in disability, health, education or social care charities.
* Experience using a CRM system.
* Knowledge of trust and foundation funding trends.
About Sense
We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a disability confident leader.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
Sense is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from underrepresented Global Majority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they are given the opportunity to realise their potential.
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