Head of Development, Europe

Are you ready to secure some of the most impactful philanthropic gifts of your career? Cambridge University's Development and Alumni Relations office is looking for an experienced major gifts fundraiser to become part of a team supporting the University's most important initiatives. Reporting to the Director of International and Regional Programmes, this role will focus on securing philanthropic support from constituents across Europe.

The Role:

You will be an experienced fundraiser eager to secure gifts at the transformational level. Collaborative, strategic, and innovative in approach, you will have the ability to engage with high-net-worth individuals and senior staff across Collegiate Cambridge, as well as academics and other key stakeholders, both internally and externally.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a high-impact fundraising strategy.
• Cultivate relationships with high-net-worth individuals, corporate partners, and foundations.
• Drive engagement and secure transformational philanthropic gifts.
• Collaborate with senior University leaders and academic stakeholders.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in fundraising with a track record of securing major gifts.
• Strong relationship-building skills with high-net-worth individuals.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to innovate.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• A collaborative and motivated team player.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work out of regular hours when required.

The ability to speak an additional European language is highly desirable.

Why Cambridge?

What philanthropy does here at the University of Cambridge changes the world for the better. We know what we can deliver, and we want you to help us build on the incredible successes we have already achieved. If you are intellectually curious, skilled at fostering lasting relationships, and thrive both independently and as part of a dynamic team, this is your opportunity to secure some of the biggest gifts of your career.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

The closing date for this position is the 21st of April 2025.

First round interviews for this position are anticipated to take place on the 30th of April.

Second round interviews for this position are anticipated to take place on the 9th of May.

Please quote reference DH45432 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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