Philanthropy Manager
Salary: £37,842 p.a. plus contribution to pension auto-enrolment
Closing date: Wednesday 3 December 2025. Contract type: Permanent. Working hours: Full time. Location: Grebe House, St Michael's Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4SN.
We are seeking an experienced, dynamic relationship fundraiser to lead a step-change in major donor giving at the Trust. This role is for you if you are self-motivated and driven to ensure that targets are hit and projects are delivered to the highest possible standards.
You will have demonstrable experience of securing and managing 5‑figure+ gifts from donors and be a sophisticated communicator with a collaborative approach and the confidence to build relationships with and inspire colleagues, Trustees and donors.
About the Trust
Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is a local conservation charity working to protect wildlife and help people connect with nature. With a team of volunteers we care for wild places so that nature has a place to thrive. We help people experience the wildlife on their doorsteps and to take steps to protect it.
We believe that wildlife should have space to thrive alongside our everyday lives and that everyone benefits from having access to nature.
Our head office is based in the attractive setting of Verulamium Park on the outskirts of St Albans. Our staff team are enthusiastic, friendly and committed to wildlife conservation and exemplifies our values of professionalism, valuing contributions by others and continuing to improve.
The Trust strives to be a positive employer supporting our staff through flexible and hybrid working, and training and development. We recognise the importance of our staff team and looking after their health and wellbeing. Our values and expected behaviours reflect the culture which the Trust seeks to maintain to ensure productive, efficient, effective and pleasant workplaces and roles.
In support of this, we offer an excellent benefits package, ranging from office perks, generous leave entitlements and financial benefits.
As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our staff.
Please see our recruitment pack for more information and on how to apply.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, either at application or interview, please contact us.
If you would like an informal discussion about this opportunity or have any specific questions, you can arrange a call with Sarah Rutherford, by emailing recruitment@hmwt.org.
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