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Barbican, Greater London (Hybrid)
£48,354.46
Full-time
Permanent
Job description

Senior Fundraising Manager (Major Giving)

Salary£48,354.46 per annum

LocationLondon/Hybrid

Weekly Hours35

The Vacancy

Job Title: Senior Fundraising Manager (Major Giving)

Location: London/Hybrid

Salary: £48,354.46 per annum

Weekly Hours: 35

Reference: YMC1095733

We seek a strategic and relationship-driven Philanthropy fundraising professional with a passion for making a difference to young people’s lives. If you thrive on securing transformational gifts and building meaningful connections with high-value donors,  then YMCA England & Wales has an incredible opportunity for you to shape and lead our Major Giving programme as our new Senior Fundraising Manager (Major Giving).

About YMCA England & Wales

YMCA England & Wales supports 83 local YMCAs, advocating for vulnerable young people by providing essential building blocks for a better life—like a safe home, guidance, friendship, and employment skills. We are committed to ensuring fairness and opportunity for all, and through our collective voice, we influence national policy and media to improve the lives of young people across the country.

Fundraising at YMCA England & Wales has three pillars:

  • Fundraising for distribution through initiatives such as our RoomSponsor programme and national partnerships
  • Fundraise to support YMCAs and fund our policy, campaign and research work, which changes the lives of young people
  • Help YMCAs fundraise themselves by providing assets, propositions, and advice for local fundraisers.

The Role

As Senior Fundraising Manager (Major Giving), you will lead the development and implementation of an ambitious new Major Giving strategy to secure and maximise funds from high-net-worth individuals. Your focus will be on nurturing relationships with existing donors while identifying and engaging new prospects, driving initiatives including Giving Circles and Development Boards.

You will work closely with senior leadership, Trustees, and key stakeholders to craft compelling cases for support, aligning with YMCA’s ambitious new housing strategy and broader organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and grow a portfolio of major donors, developing tailored engagement strategies to inspire long-term support.
  • Plan and execute donor stewardship activities, including bespoke events, face-to-face meetings, and personalised communications.
  • Work with senior leadership and Trustees to build strong relationships with philanthropists and high-value supporters.
  • Develop and deliver compelling proposals, impact reports, and updates to donors.
  • Identify and research prospective major donors, developing strategies to engage them effectively.
  • Implement YMCA’s ambitious Major Giving Strategy which projects an ever more important focus for this area.
  • Oversee the Major Giving income and expenditure budget, providing accurate forecasts and performance reports.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across fundraising teams to align strategies and maximise income opportunities.
  • Ensure robust data management within the CRM database, adhering to GDPR and best practices.
  • Work cross-functionally to develop new fundraising products and giving opportunities, ensuring high-value philanthropy is embedded across the organisation.

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated, strategic, and personable fundraising professional with a proven track record of securing major gifts. You will be confident in building relationships with high-net-worth individuals and passionate about delivering exceptional donor experiences.

You will have:

  • Significant experience in major donor fundraising, with a track record of securing five- and six-figure gifts.
  • Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to engage and influence high-value supporters.
  • Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with experience in developing and implementing fundraising strategies.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to create compelling cases for support.
  • Budget management and forecasting experience, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
  • Experience working with senior stakeholders, including Trustees and senior leadership teams.
  • Knowledge of philanthropy trends, donor motivations, and fundraising best practices.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of an ambitious and growing fundraising team, with the opportunity to shape and lead YMCA’s major donor programme.
  • Work for a charity that makes a real difference in the lives of young people and communities across England & Wales.
  • Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment, where your contributions are valued and celebrated.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for professional development.

If you are passionate about philanthropy and have the skills and experience to drive major donor fundraising at YMCA England & Wales, we would love to hear from you!

To apply: please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role

Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, who are currently under-represented throughout YMCA England & Wales. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.

Posted by
YMCA England and Wales View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 101 - 500
Posted on: 09 April 2025
Closing date: 27 April 2025 at 23:00
Tags: Fundraising, Business Development, Business Intelligence, Strategy, Major Donor