Prospect Development Officer

As the UK’s leading dementia research charity, we’re determined to stop this from becoming a reality. We’re working to revolutionise the way we treat, diagnose and prevent dementia. But we will not stop there. With your support, we will keep going until every person is free from the heartbreak of dementia. We exist for a cure. We have a new full-time vacancy for an Officer to join the Prospect Development team (the team currently consists of one Manager, one Officer and one Executive). In this role you will work most closely with our Philanthropy and Partnerships team but will have the opportunity to work with other teams across the charity. In the role you will provide excellent research on high-value prospects which will assist stakeholder teams in building and maintaining high-value relationships and facilitating high-value giving. You will support on building and maintaining a pipeline of high-value individuals, charitable trusts and foundations, and companies interested in supporting the work of ARUK. In addition, you will support the Prospect Development Manager in carrying out due diligence on individuals and organisations when required. This role sits within the wider Insight and Strategic Development function, the aim of which is to maximise ARUK’s fundraised income by driving collaborative, efficient and sustainable fundraising whilst putting supporters at the heart of everything we do.   Main duties and responsibilities of the role: Prospect Development ·         Use a proactive and creative approach to identify new prospects from ARUK’s fundraising CRM, networks and other sources.  ·         Support the Prospect Development manager in preparing for, and the tracking and management of prospects for ARUK’s new high-value campaign. ·         Undertake detailed research into potential prospects in order to establish philanthropic capacity. ·         Write high quality research profiles on prospects and donors to brief fundraisers, senior leadership, senior volunteers and other key stakeholders ·         Create detailed and thorough due diligence profiles to flag risks associated with potential funders ·         Undertake data mining activity and prospect verification work.  ·         Respond promptly and efficiently to ad-hoc requests from fundraising teams, ensuring we are equipped to act on new fundraising opportunities. ·         Support fundraising colleagues to manage their portfolios and prioritise prospects. ·         Assist with training other teams in basic research, prospect management, database use and understanding of due diligence policies.    Partnership working ·         Proactively build partnerships across the Fundraising Department and with other teams. ·         Identify and communicate opportunities for cross team working to maximise income.    Information Management ·         Ensure useful, accurate and clear record keeping of prospects on the fundraising CRM to allow us to identify connections and build our networks.  ·         Be mindful of data protection law and confidentiality and keep abreast of changes.  ·         Store information appropriately, with sources and in a clear and retrievable format. ·         Collaborate with the Data Services team to make improvements to data management and processes.    What we are looking for: ·         Experience of conducting prospect research and/or due diligence research (candidates with other fundraising or non-scientific research experience may be considered). ·         Experience of working with CRMs. ·         Understanding of Data Protection and confidentiality. ·         Ability to work with independence, intelligence, drive and initiative. ·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ·         Excellent relationship management skills. ·         Ability to prioritise and effectively manage multiple tasks. ·         Good planning and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. ·         Confidence working with computers; knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook. ·         Work well as part of a team, but proactive and can work independently. ·         A confident and friendly manner. ·         Creativity, innovation and resourcefulness to identify opportunities. ·         Highly motivated and naturally inquisitive. ·         Understanding and awareness of the bigger picture. Additional Information: Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office. Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events. Our Office : Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.  Salary : Circa £30,000 per annum, plus benefits Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information. The closing date for applications is the 2nd February 2025 , with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 10th February 2025 . Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website. How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application. About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.  There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.  In 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation. We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists: ·         18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK. ·         10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England. ·         2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector. In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact. In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic. In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge.  ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference.  To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK