Head of Philanthropy - North

The King's Trust is dedicated to transforming the lives of young people through strategic philanthropy and high-value fundraising. As we approach our 50th anniversary, we are seeking a dynamic Head of Philanthropy for the North region to lead our efforts in securing major gifts and building strategic relationships. This role is pivotal in supporting disadvantaged young people to thrive by driving donations of over 100k from individuals and charitable trusts.

The role: You will develop and manage a portfolio of prospects, engage with senior volunteers, and create compelling, bespoke proposals to secure transformational, multi-year support. Collaboration with colleagues across Fundraising, Operations, and Finance is crucial for the success of our philanthropic endeavors in the region.

Job requirements: We are looking for candidates with a proven track record in securing major gifts, a strategic mindset, and the ability to influence at the highest levels. Your passion, creativity, and drive are essential in this leadership role.

Benefits: Working at The King's Trust comes with several perks including a great holiday package of 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible working arrangements, a benefits platform offering various discounts, and substantial family leave policies. Additionally, the Trust contributes 5% of your salary to the pension scheme and provides generous life assurance cover.

Applications details: Please submit a CV and Cover Letter detailing your experience, transferable skills, and motivation for working at The King's Trust. The recruitment process includes first and second stage interviews scheduled for early April.

The King's Trust is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. We are a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and a Disability Confident employer, supported by various internal networks aimed at fostering an inclusive workplace.