Philanthropy Systems and Data Manager

The University of London is the UK’s largest provider of international distance and online learning and the convenor of a federation of 17 London-based universities, many of which are among the highest-ranking universities in the world. Collectively the federation represents a cohort of some 250,000 learners and 50,000 academic and professional services staff. Within this cohort are around 40,000 University of London students who study programmes which are developed and delivered in partnership with our 17 federation members. The University of London is also home to the School of Advanced Study, the national centre for the humanities and a champion for the arts and humanities. Although proudly rooted in London, our community and impact are global. Our passion for increasing access to education and mobilising the collective power and expertise of the federation is central to our ability to transform lives around the world and address the global challenges of the future.

The Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement team is now planning a new campaign focused on the transformation of our iconic Senate House Library. Based in Senate House, it is one of the UK’s largest libraries for arts, humanities, and social sciences, home to 2 million books, 50 special collections, and 1800 archival collections, and it serves students from across the federation. Since the inception of the Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement team in 2015, we have built our engagement activities and systems and now have an established community of more than 200,000 contactable alumni, donors and prospects, the majority of whom are outside of the UK. It is a great time to join our team and be part of a successful campaign while enhancing your career with a globally recognised institution.

We now seek an exceptional Philanthropy Systems and Data Manager to play a vital role in delivering our transformational fundraising efforts, most notably, our bold and exciting Library Transformation Project. This is more than a back-office data role. It’s a chance to lead from the front, to make sure the systems, processes and data that underpin our success are not only operationally sound but exemplary. You’ll be a key part of our Philanthropy Operations team, ensuring donations are accurately processed, data is pristine, and insight flows freely across our organisation. Crucially, your work will empower colleagues, engage donors and underpin strategic decisions across our university-wide campaigns.

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your application by clicking this link to apply before the closing date at midnight on 3rd June 2025. The University will be unable to sponsor candidates for a visa for this role. Successful applicants must be able to prove their right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment. The University reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the published end date should it receive sufficient applications to warrant earlier shortlisting.

The University currently operates a Hybrid Working framework involving a mix of working remotely and in the office. Typically, most employees will be able to agree to work remotely for up to 60% of their working week, role dependent, however will need to attend the office on specific days for training or team meetings etc. The University of London is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive working environment where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We particularly encourage applications from members of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities as this group is currently under-represented at all levels within the University. All appointments will be made on merit, based on the criteria named in the job description. Pursuing excellence in education and equal opportunities.