Philanthropy Manager (Trusts and Foundations)

About us

We are UCL: a diverse community with the freedom to challenge and think differently. From cancer research to climate change, dementia to social inequality, the world is facing huge challenges and we’re determined to solve them.

There has never been a more exciting time to join the Advancement office as we plan for our biggest ever fundraising and engagement campaign and support the delivery of the bicentennial programme in 2026. We are a team of exceptionally ambitious, creative and passionate individuals who work together to achieve remarkable things with a global impact, and we would love for you to be part of this exciting journey and our success.

Equity, diversity and inclusion is important to us. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone is encouraged to give their best in a place where their unique experiences, perspectives and skills are seen as valuable assets.

About the role

As Philanthropy Manager (Trusts and Foundations) you'll be working to secure philanthropic income at the five and six-figure level from trusts and foundations to support the fundraising priorities of eight out of eleven UCL faculties. In this new role for the Faculties team, you'll be responsible for a portfolio of approximately 100 prospects in the UK, and occasionally abroad, capable of making donations at this level to UCL. Working in partnership with other areas of advancement and academics in world-leading departments, you'll build deep and meaningful relationships with donors and prospective donors who have the potential to transform the future and impact of UCL.

We're happy to consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible (minimum 0.8 FTE – equivalent of 4 days per week, stated salary to be pro-rata).

This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 20% on site. Please note Tuesday is our in-office team day.

To find out more about the role, contact Judy Bertfield, Senior Philanthropy Manager (Trusts and Foundations) by email:

Please use the attach cover letter upload option to tell us how you meet the criteria in the person specification.

For more information about UCL Advancement, visit: www.ucl.ac.uk/giving

About you

We're seeking individuals who are target-driven, with a passion for building meaningful relationships with trusts and foundations. The successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate their success at soliciting donations and managing high value strategic partnerships.

We're pleased to accept applications from individuals with transferable experience drawn from sectors outside of Higher Education.

What we offer

We know that our people are our greatest asset and in return we provide an empowering environment where personal and professional growth is invested in. We offer agile working and flexibility around working hours. Working with some of the greatest intellects in the world, UCL also offers a generous pension scheme and holiday allowance, plus closure days and bank holidays. Visit www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.

Our commitment to EDI

As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.

We therefore p articularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce.

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