Prospect Research Manager (Development & Alumni Relations)

Saïd Business School is renowned for its ambitious fundraising initiatives and exceptional team, supporting one of the largest fundraising portfolios outside of the Central University. In the past six years alone, we have raised over £100 million through diverse engagements with major trusts, foundations, corporations and esteemed alumni and supporters. With a new five-year strategic vision, we are entering a transformative phase to deepen philanthropic engagement and alumni relations.

• Conduct comprehensive research and prepare detailed briefings on prospective donors, producing background reports and wealth assessments to guide engagement strategies.
• Identify potential donors across sectors, including alumni, corporates and philanthropic organisations, aiming to establish enduring relationships.
• Prepare detailed reports on potential legal, financial and reputational risks, supporting the School’s decision-making on major gifts and funding acceptance.
• Manage and support a Development and Alumni Coordinator, setting clear objectives, monitoring performance, and identifying training and development opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to data protection laws and maintain the highest standards of donor confidentiality and compliance.

• Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme
• Discounted bus travel
• Subsidised onsite catering
• Cycle loan scheme
• Plus, many other University benefits

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