Regional Partnerships Fundraiser (Corporate)
All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
Location:You can be home-based within the South West or from a CHSW hospice (regular regional travel required)
Salary:£34,133 - £40,075 per annum
Hours:Full-time, 37 hours per week
Forging purpose-driven partnerships to support children and families
Childrens Hospice South West (CHSW) is seeking a passionate and commercially minded Regional Partnerships Fundraiser to grow and manage corporate partnerships that span the South West region (and beyond). This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled relationship-builder to make a tangible difference for children with life limiting conditions and their families.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced relationship-builder with a strong income-generation mindset to play a key role in securing vital funding that supports babies and children with life-limiting conditions and their families.
About the Role
As Regional Partnerships Fundraiser, you will be responsible for recruiting, stewarding and growing region-wide and national corporate partnerships, working closely with colleagues across fundraising, marketing and hospice teams.
You will:
* Drive new corporate partnerships through proactive prospecting, pitching and relationship management
* Lead on regional corporate campaigns and initiatives, maximising income and engagement
* Act as the key point of contact for partnerships spanning all three CHSW hospice sites
* Manage CHSWs involvement in Together for Short Lives (TFSL) national partnerships, ensuring compliance and effective internal delivery
* Coordinate and grow the CHSW Business Club, developing a compelling annual events programme
* Develop and manage corporate sponsorship, CRM and CPA agreements in line with legislation and best practice
* Contribute to, and deliver against, CHSWs fundraising strategy for regional corporate income
About You
* Experience infundraising, sales or marketingwith a proven track record of meeting income targets
* Strong experience building and managing external relationships
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Ability to work independently, manage priorities and meet deadlines
* Confident user of Microsoft Office and CRM systems
Desirable:
* Experience in charity or not-for-profit fundraising
* Knowledge of corporate fundraising regulations (e.g. CRM, CPA)
* Fundraising qualification (e.g. Certificate in Fundraising)
Additional Requirements
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
* Willingness to travel across the South West, with occasional UK travel
* Flexible approach to working hours, including some evenings and weekends
What We Offer
We value our people and are proud to offer a supportive, inclusive working environment, along with:
* 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), increasing with service
* Enhanced sick pay (up to 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay)
* Personal pension scheme with7% employer contribution
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity and adoption pay
* Occupational health, wellbeing and counselling services
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Group life insurance
* Training and development opportunities
* Strong environmental and green agenda
* A genuine chance to make areal and lasting difference
How to Apply
Please submit yourCVand asupporting statementoutlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.
Closing date: 21st May 2026
Anticipated Initial Interview (online) : 3rd or 4th June 2026
For further information, visit our website or contact us directly.
Please note: we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received
CHSW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete anenhanced DBS check. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community. xsngvjr
Charity Registration Number:1003314
You may have experience of the following: Corporate Partnerships Manager, Corporate Fundraising Manager, Strategic Partnerships Manager, Business Development Manager (Charity Sector), Corporate Relationship Manager, Head of Corporate Partnerships, Senior Corporate Fundraiser, Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager, Commercial Fundraising Manager, Corporate Engagement Manager.
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