Head of Supporter Relations at London School of Economics and Political Science

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), one of the world’s premier social science institutions, is seeking a talented individual to take on the role of Head of Supporter Relations in its Philanthropy and Global Engagement Division (PAGE). This is a fixed-term maternity cover position for 12 months and offers a unique opportunity to manage and oversee high-level functions that are crucial to LSE’s ambitious Shaping the World Campaign. Under this campaign, LSE aims to raise £750m and secure 300,000 volunteering hours by 2030, positioning itself as a leader in global philanthropy within higher education.

The role involves leading a team of eight specialists across Donor Relations, Events, and Honorary & Emeritus Groups, ensuring supporters of LSE receive a first-class experience during their philanthropic partnership with the School. The ideal candidate will bring strategic leadership, excellent relationship management skills, and experience in event coordination, ideally within higher education or other not-for-profit sectors.

The salary for this senior position ranges from £63,370 to £73,163, with potential progression to £80,927, inclusive of a London allowance.

Advice to Applicants:

• Tailor Your Experience to Align With the Campaign Goals: Emphasize your achievements in large-scale capital campaigns or global donor management. Highlight your ability to engage diverse stakeholders across different cultures, geographies, and sectors.
• Demonstrate Cross-Cultural Communication and Leadership Skills: Ensure your application reflects your awareness of cultural sensitivities, your ability to foster inclusivity, and your capacity to communicate complex information clearly across different audiences and formats.
• Reflect the Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Demonstrate how your work aligns with these values. Share examples of how you’ve advanced diversity initiatives in philanthropic partnerships, events, or donor stewardship programs.
• Highlight Strategic Event Management Capability: Demonstrate how your professional approach ensures seamless planning, execution, and follow-up of complex events.
• Show Enthusiasm for Higher Education and Social Impact: Highlight your passion for supporting higher education institutions in achieving long-term financial sustainability or global influence.
• Ensure High Attention to Detail and Strong Organizational Skills: Illustrate how you’ve effectively managed competing deadlines, priorities, and teams simultaneously.
• Read Application Documents Carefully and Follow Instructions: Pay careful attention to the job description, person specification, and the expected qualities.
• Plan for the Long-Term Impact: Think strategically about how you can contribute during your time in this role by bringing fresh ideas for engagement with existing and new supporters.

Next Steps to Apply: Applicants should submit applications by Sunday 7 December (23:59 UK time) via the LSE online system. Ensure your application is submitted on time, as late submissions will not be considered. Successful candidates will be invited for first-round interviews scheduled for 7 January 2026.

This role represents an opportunity to contribute to the impactful work of a leading global university while advancing both professional and personal growth in the field of philanthropy, strategic relationship management, and higher education advancement.