At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and grow a trusts fundraising team while managing high-value funder relationships.
- Company: A leading mental health charity with a commitment to inclusivity.
- Benefits: Hybrid working model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to impactful fundraising and community support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in mental health by securing vital funding.
- Qualifications: Experience in trust fundraising and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.
Harris Hill are delighted to be recruiting, in partnership with a leading mental health organisation, for an experienced Trusts and Grants Manager to lead and grow a significant trusts and foundations income stream. This is a senior fundraising leadership role, combining strategic responsibility for a successful trusts programme with the day-to-day management and development of an established team. Line management experience is essential, and candidates should be able to demonstrate a strong track record of leading, motivating and developing fundraising staff to achieve ambitious income targets.
Reporting to the Head of Trusts and Statutory Income, the successful candidate will play a central role in delivering an ambitious trusts strategy, managing high-value funder relationships and driving sustainable income growth.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the development and delivery of the trusts fundraising strategy.
- Managing and developing an established trusts fundraising team.
- Personally managing and growing relationships with major trusts and foundations.
- Developing compelling funding proposals, reports and cases for support.
The successful candidate will bring:
- Significant experience within trust and foundation fundraising.
- A proven track record of personally securing multiple six-figure gifts (£100,000+) from trusts, foundations, lottery or statutory funders.
- Strong line management experience, with the ability to lead, support and develop high-performing teams.
- The ability to translate complex programmes and impact data into compelling funding cases.
The charity operates a hybrid working model, with regular weekly attendance to Surrey. Candidates should be based within London or the South East and able to travel as required.
Apply to Hannah at Harris Hill to learn more and get the full job pack.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Trusts and Foundation Manager in Guildford employer: HARRIS HILL
As a leading mental health organisation, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our comprehensive training programmes and opportunities for advancement within the charity sector. Located in Surrey, we offer a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance while allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the community.
