Harris Hill are delighted to be partnering up with the University of Oxford to find them a Senior Development Executive – Corporations. The purpose of this role is to develop and implement plans to maximise private gift support for agreed priorities from the corporate sector, both in the UK and internationally.

This is an existing post, created to drive forward and co-ordinate fundraising from the corporate sector. It has a strong focus on solicitation targets supporting the University’s agreed philanthropic goals.

Senior Development Executive – Corporations

Grade 8: £43,414 - £52,805 per annum with a possible extension to £56,592

Closing date: Monday 24th October 9am

Interviews are: Monday 31st October

Hybrid working allowed – 2 days in the office is required

Philanthropy is vital in enabling the University of Oxford to be a leading player in global education and research.

They are seeking a talented and committed person to join the University’s Foundations & Corporations fundraising team. As Senior Development Executive - Corporations, you will work closely with the Head of Development – Foundations and Corporations. You will be responsible for identifying and cultivating major philanthropic partnerships with corporations to support the University’s diverse and inspiring fundraising priorities, connected to themes ranging from innovative medical and scientific advances, to widening access to our University, to supporting world-class museums.

To be successful in this role you will have proven experience in managing and maintaining major relationships, and influencing senior stakeholders within the corporate sector or similar environments, through previous roles such as fundraising, sales and marketing or corporate social responsibility.

You are a graduate or equivalent, highly motivated and enthusiastic about the impact of research and teaching, and confident about achieving ambitious income targets. You will be entrepreneurial and possess diplomacy, creativity and outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Essential is the proven ability to develop good working relationships with academic colleagues, and new and existing supporters at all levels, and the creativity, discretion and tenacity to manage multiple projects. A collaborative and adaptable proactive working style is essential.

To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and person specification, please email Hannah at Harris Hill on hannah.laking@harrishill.co.uk or call her on 02078207331