The Harlequins Foundation is looking for a Senior Fundraising and Engagement Manager to shape and deliver a step change in its fundraising and supporter engagement.
The Role
The Harlequins Foundation uses the power of sport and the spirit of Harlequins to empower young people with the skills they need to succeed, with a mission to uplift the lives of 25,000 underserved young people.
Reporting to the Head of Foundation, you will lead an ambitious, sustainable income generation strategy with a focus on Individual Giving, Major Donors, and Trusts & Foundations. Many of these income streams are in their infancy, so the role combines delivery against stretching targets with building long‑term fundraising capability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and delivery of the fundraising and engagement strategy
- Build and scale individual giving (including regular giving), major donors and trusts and foundations
- Personally lead the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major donors
- Oversee the trusts and grants programme and lead compelling funding applications
- Provide strategic oversight of marketing and communications and develop the case for support
- Design high-quality supporter journeys and build an ambassador network
- Build the systems, tools and processes for a data‑led fundraising function
About You
- Proven experience in a senior fundraising role, with a track record of income growth
- Strong experience across major donors, individual giving and/or trusts and grants
- Experience developing or scaling fundraising functions
- Exceptional relationship‑building and communication skills
- Strategic, commercially minded, entrepreneurial and data‑informed
- Strong storytelling ability
Key Details
- Location: Twickenham Stoop, Langhorn Drive, Twickenham (TW2 7SX) – hybrid, four days in the office, with some evening and weekend work
- Contract: Permanent, full time
- Salary: £45,000
- Reference: SFEM2026
- Applications: Harlequins Foundation application form and a cover letter outlining your suitability
- Closing date: 11 November 2026
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Senior Fundraising and Engagement Manager (Harlequins Foundation) employer: Harlequins
Harlequins Foundation is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at The Stoop, Twickenham, where creativity and passion for community engagement thrive. Employees benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises professional growth, with opportunities to develop innovative fundraising strategies while making a meaningful impact in the community. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values collaboration and commitment to sustainable fundraising success.
