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Development Manager - Corporate and Philanthropy

Job description

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a national charity to recruit for a Development Manager – Corporate and Philanthropy to lead on the growth of the charity's corporate partnerships and philanthropic giving.

This is a high impact role for someone who thrives on building relationships, unlocking income, and thinking creatively about partnerships that go beyond traditional models. You’ll lead a talented team and play a central role in a small but dynamic fundraising department.

As a Development Manager – Corporate and Philanthropy you will:

  • Lead the development and implementation of a strategic plan to significantly grow corporate income.

  • Research, identify and approach potential new corporate partners with bespoke, high-quality proposals and presentations.

  • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of high value opportunities, developing partnerships that align with companies’ CSR and employee engagement goals.

  • Pitch confidently to senior stakeholders and boards, tailoring approaches to different audiences and sectors.

  • Work closely with the Director of Fundraising to engage senior level supporters, trustees and major donors to open doors and secure transformational gifts.

  • Oversee the stewardship of corporate supporters, ensuring they are engaged and recognised in meaningful ways.

  • Support cross over opportunities where corporate leaders may also be cultivated as major donors.

  • Collaborate with marketing, communications and operations colleagues to deliver creative, co-branded campaigns and impactful partnerships.

To be successful, you must have:

  • Proven track record in securing five and six-figure corporate partnerships or comparable business development success.

  • Experience writing and designing compelling partnership proposals and presentations.

  • Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills with both corporate and philanthropic audiences.

  • Ability to pitch with confidence to senior level decision makers.

  • Strong collaboration skills, particularly with marketing/communications teams.

  • Familiarity with CRM systems and effective pipeline reporting.

  • Good understanding of the charity and corporate social responsibility landscape.

Desirable

  • Previous experience in line management or mentoring.

  • Experience working with major donors or high-net-worth individuals.

Salary: £42,500-£46,000

Location:  London, hybrid working , 1-2 days in the office

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: on rolling basis  

Interview: TBC

Recruitment process: CV and supporting statement to dagmara.depaula@harrishill.co.uk

 

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

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.