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Fundraising Manager

We are looking for an experienced and adaptable Fundraising Manager to join the team, helping to drive sustainable income growth at an exciting time for the charity.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, ambitious organisation that’s making a real difference to the lives of young people in Scotland.

Position: Fundraising Manager
Location: Home-based/Scotland with 5 days per month in the Edinburgh office
Salary: £45,000 per annum plus benefits including 35 days holiday (including bank holidays), life assurance, and loyalty-based rewards such as health insurance, pension top-ups, or extra leave.
Hours: Full time (we would consider a 0.8 role on a pro-rata basis)
Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Friday 7th November 2025 at 11.59pm

The Role

As Fundraising Manager, you’ll play a central role in helping deliver sustainable growth by identifying and securing new income across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, statutory and government funding, and public sector contracts.

Working closely with programme leads and the senior leadership team, you’ll research, prioritise, and secure funding opportunities to support the charity’s ambitious growth plans over the next 2–3 years. You’ll also develop strong relationships with funders, write compelling funding applications, and provide excellent stewardship and reporting.

You’ll focus on growing income from institutional and corporate sources, while senior leaders continue to manage high-value individual donor relationships, allowing you to concentrate on developing strong pipelines and managing effective bids.

About You

You’ll be a skilled and motivated fundraiser with a solid understanding of the Scottish and wider UK funding landscape.

You’ll have:

• A proven track record of securing income from trusts, foundations, corporates and/or statutory sources
• Strong bid-writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex programme work into persuasive proposals
• Excellent relationship management and stewardship abilities
• The capacity to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Ideally, you will also bring:

• Experience of strategic, high-value fundraising in a small or growing charity
• An understanding of issues affecting young people and youth-focused sectors
• Experience using design tools (e.g.Canva) to create professional proposals and reports
• Knowledge of international funding sources such as the US and Europe

Why Join Us?

This charity dedicated to helping young people in Scotland build confidence, resilience, and ambition by working with the adults and systems that shape their lives.

We’re currently delivering programmes that embed growth mindset, explore the potential of AI in learning, and drive cultural change through community engagement.

With a stable financial base and committed supporters, we’re ready to scale our work and you’ll be at the heart of making that happen. You’ll join a supportive, values-driven team with the opportunity to make a tangible impact on young people’s lives across Scotland.

Benefits include:

• 35 days paid annual leave including the eight statutory bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Loyalty-based rewards including health insurance, pension top-ups, or extra leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive and collaborative culture

Other roles you may have experience within Fundraising Manager, Fundraiser, Trusts and Foundations, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Corporate Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Executive, Fundraising Officer, Senior Fundraiser, Partnerships Manager, Trust and Grants Manager, Senior Fundraising Manager, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Location:  You can be based near one of the following office locations - Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, Liverpool, London, Manchester or Newcastle.

We operate a hybrid model of work i.e. a combination of in-person and remote, with flexible days in the office depending on business need and your preferences. We would typically expect in-office attendance an average of one day per week.

Your office is where you will usually attend in-person events, training sessions etc. though some travel, to other offices and other locations, will occasionally be expected. The nature of this job means that regular travel to London will be required for events and meetings.

Hours:  We are looking for the right candidate and while we envisage this being a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) we are very open to flexible working arrangements such as part-time, compressed hours and/or flexitime.

Ideal start date:  ASAP, as agreed with candidate.

Purpose of the Role:  As a key leader within our Partnerships and Income Development team, you will be responsible for driving sustainable income growth through high-impact, strategic and philanthropic partnerships with trusts, foundations and corporate partners.  

Reporting to the Head of Partnerships and Income Development, you will lead the stewardship and growth of existing strategic partnerships, including managing a select portfolio of funders. You will also take a proactive approach to identifying, cultivating and securing new funding opportunities to align with income targets and the charity’s strategy.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across the charity, you will craft compelling cases for support – placing young people’s voices and experiences at the heart of every proposal. In addition, you’ll help to build and nurture our supporter community through initiatives such as payroll giving, individual giving and corporate community fundraising.

We’re looking for a dynamic, determined and strategic thinker, who is passionate about building partnerships that make a big difference. You’ll bring energy, creativity, and a big-picture mindset to forge meaningful relationships that create lasting impact.

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Strategic fundraising leadership
• Stewardship of strategic partnerships
• Financial management: planning, tracking and reporting 
• Building our supporter community
• Systems and processes
• Team development and collaboration
• Line Management (Matrix structure)

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Fundraising experience:

• Demonstrable experience of working in a fundraising role in a charity or similar non-profit organisation
• Demonstrable experience of stewarding high value partnerships with trusts and foundations and/or corporates
• Demonstrable experience of writing funding proposals/bids/grant applications and pitching for funding opportunities.

Fundraising knowledge:

• Knowledge of fundraising techniques such as prospecting, cultivating, securing and managing partnerships  
• Understanding of good practice in fundraising, including data protection and donor stewardship  
• Understanding of budget creation and income reporting

IT skills:

• Experience of using Microsoft Office, including Excel functions  
• Experience of using or understanding of using CRM software to effectively support fundraising e.g. Salesforce  

Benefits

Annual leave:

36/37 days (England & Wales and Scotland respectively - includes bank and public holidays and three days to be taken between Christmas and New Year) plus up to 3 days additional annual leave increasing with length of service.

We also offer a Holiday Buyback scheme where you can purchase up to 1 working week additional annual leave per year.

Other benefits:

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employer pension contributions of 5% 
• Employee Assistance Programme available to staff and their family
• Flexible work options such as hybrid working, flexitime, part-time
• Regular staff team building and business planning “away days”.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply by submitting the following information to our application portal Pinpoint by 23:59pm, Sunday 2nd November: 

1. A cover letter (500 words maximum) summarising your work history and relevant experience, why you would like to work at the Social Mobility Foundation and why you are a strong candidate for the role.
2. A short statement answering the following question: “Tell us about a time where you played a key role in securing or growing a funding opportunity or partnership. How did you find the opportunity, and what was your approach to writing the proposal and stewarding the relationship? What impact did it have, and what did you learn?” (500 words maximum)  

Please note that generic applications and CV’s will not be considered.  If you have any questions about the role, please contact the hiring manager Charlotte Owens:  .

Interviews:

Interviews are scheduled to take place w/c 10th November with multiple slots available at different times throughout the working day. There will also be second round interviews, taking place virtually, likely to begin w/c 24th November. 

Trusts and Foundations Manager, Arts Centre, Permanent, 24 hours per week North London, £38,000 pro rata

Respected and internationally recognised contemporary arts organisation is seeking an experienced Trusts and Foundations Manager to join its dynamic Development Team on a part-time, permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to play a key role in securing income from UK and international trusts, foundations, and public-sector funders, supporting a wide-ranging and ambitious arts and learning programme.

Benefits Include 25 days holiday per annum (pro rata) plus bank holidays, access to training and development opportunities, health and wellbeing support scheme, complimentary entry to museums and galleries, free tickets to public programme events, cycle scheme and season ticket loan options.

The Trusts and Foundations Manager will be responsible for:

• Researching and preparing compelling funding applications to trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies
• Managing a portfolio of existing funders and developing new funding relationships
• Overseeing multiple grant applications simultaneously, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Ensure all supporting information and permissions are in place for written bids
• Manage the department “application tracker” and Salesforce to sequence, prioritise and track grant applications
• Producing detailed reports and stewardship materials to maintain strong relationships with supporters
• Working collaboratively with the wider team to align funding applications with long-term artistic and charitable goals
• With the support of the Development Researcher, ensure all grant payments are logged and coded, monitor grant agreements and contracts
• Managing application pipelines, tracking progress via CRM systems (including Salesforce)
• Respond to any customer complaints, liaising with senior colleagues
• Occasionally attend fundraising events (some weekend and evening work may be required for which time off in lieu will be given)

Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years’ experience raising funds from trusts, foundations or statutory funders, including Arts or Education sector experience
• A strong track record of achieving ambitious income targets (six figure funds), across project-based and core funding
• Knowledge of the funding issues within the Cultural sector plus experience of fundraising from International foundations and Arts Council England or similar
• Excellent writing and research skills, with the ability to craft persuasive and well-structured applications
• Strong numerical, organisational, and IT skills (including Microsoft Office and Salesforce or similar CRMs)
• The ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail
• A collaborative and proactive approach, able to work independently and as part of a small, committed team
• An interest in contemporary visual art, culture, or education

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated fundraising professional to make a meaningful contribution to a leading arts organisation at a pivotal time in its development.

If you feel you have the skills and experience, we are looking for, apply now!

Due to the large number of applications that we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Val Wade Recruitment are actively looking for applicants from underrepresented communities and pride ourselves as an equal opportunities’ employer and agency.

Trusts and Foundations Manager, Arts Centre, Permanent, 24 hours per week North London, £38,000 pro rata

Respected and internationally recognised contemporary arts organisation is seeking an experienced Trusts and Foundations Manager to join its dynamic Development Team on a part-time, permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to play a key role in securing income from UK and international trusts, foundations, and public-sector funders, supporting a wide-ranging and ambitious arts and learning programme.

Benefits Include 25 days holiday per annum (pro rata) plus bank holidays, access to training and development opportunities, health and wellbeing support scheme, complimentary entry to museums and galleries, free tickets to public programme events, cycle scheme and season ticket loan options.

The Trusts and Foundations Manager will be responsible for:

• Researching and preparing compelling funding applications to trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies
• Managing a portfolio of existing funders and developing new funding relationships
• Overseeing multiple grant applications simultaneously, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Ensure all supporting information and permissions are in place for written bids
• Manage the department “application tracker” and Salesforce to sequence, prioritise and track grant applications
• Producing detailed reports and stewardship materials to maintain strong relationships with supporters
• Working collaboratively with the wider team to align funding applications with long-term artistic and charitable goals
• With the support of the Development Researcher, ensure all grant payments are logged and coded, monitor grant agreements and contracts
• Managing application pipelines, tracking progress via CRM systems (including Salesforce)
• Respond to any customer complaints, liaising with senior colleagues
• Occasionally attend fundraising events (some weekend and evening work may be required for which time off in lieu will be given)

Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years’ experience raising funds from trusts, foundations or statutory funders, including Arts or Education sector experience
• A strong track record of achieving ambitious income targets (six figure funds), across project-based and core funding
• Knowledge of the funding issues within the Cultural sector plus experience of fundraising from International foundations and Arts Council England or similar
• Excellent writing and research skills, with the ability to craft persuasive and well-structured applications
• Strong numerical, organisational, and IT skills (including Microsoft Office and Salesforce or similar CRMs)
• The ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail
• A collaborative and proactive approach, able to work independently and as part of a small, committed team
• An interest in contemporary visual art, culture, or education

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated fundraising professional to make a meaningful contribution to a leading arts organisation at a pivotal time in its development.

If you feel you have the skills and experience, we are looking for, apply now!

Due to the large number of applications that we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Val Wade Recruitment are actively looking for applicants from underrepresented communities and pride ourselves as an equal opportunities’ employer and agency.

• Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising plans and campaigns across various channels, including digital, direct mail, corporate partnerships, and major gifts.
• Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with potential donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
• Write compelling grant proposals and funding applications.
• Organize and manage fundraising events, both virtual and in-person (when applicable).
• Analyze fundraising data to track progress, measure ROI, and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage the fundraising budget effectively, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to develop engaging fundraising materials and campaigns.
• Stay updated on fundraising best practices, trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Recruit, train, and manage fundraising volunteers and staff as needed.
• Provide regular reports on fundraising activities and outcomes to senior leadership.

• Proven experience in fundraising, with a strong track record of success in developing and implementing fundraising strategies.
• Demonstrable experience in one or more of the following: major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants management, or digital fundraising.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive appeals and proposals.
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CRM databases (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge) and fundraising software.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A passion for the charitable sector and the mission of our client.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Experience in the specific field of (Charity's Cause) is a strong advantage.

• Develop and execute innovative fundraising strategies to achieve annual income targets.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with major donors and potential high-value supporters.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with corporate organisations.
• Research and apply for relevant grants from trusts and foundations.
• Oversee and develop individual giving programmes, including direct mail and digital campaigns.
• Manage the fundraising budget and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
• Organise and execute fundraising events, both in-person and virtual.
• Work closely with the marketing and communications team to develop compelling fundraising materials.
• Maintain accurate donor records and track fundraising progress using CRM software.
• Analyse fundraising data to inform strategy and identify areas for growth.
• Recruit, train, and manage a team of fundraising staff and volunteers.
• Stay up-to-date with fundraising best practices and sector trends.

• Proven experience in a senior fundraising role within the charity sector.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing fundraising strategies and achieving income targets.
• Strong understanding of major donor cultivation, corporate fundraising, and grant writing.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience in managing fundraising events and campaigns.
• Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Raiser's Edge, Salesforce).
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Ability to inspire and lead a team.
• A passion for the charity's mission and values.
• Relevant professional qualifications in fundraising or marketing are an advantage.