Philanthropy Manager

We’re thrilled to partner with Versus Arthritis to support the recruitment of their new Philanthropy Manager.

Location: London, hybrid
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £39,000-£42,000

At Versus Arthritis, they’re on a mission to ensure that everyone with arthritis has access to the treatments and support they need, with real hope for a cure in the future. To make this happen, they invest in world-class research, deliver high-quality services, and campaign on the issues that matter most.

We are looking for a passionate and driven Philanthropy Manager to help build and grow long-term relationships with High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs). This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in securing transformational gifts that will help them achieve their ambitious goals.

About the Role
As Philanthropy Manager, you will:

• Develop and manage relationships with HNWIs, securing significant donations to meet income targets.
• Shape and deliver an engaging supporter journey, including stewardship events, one-to-one meetings, and strategic communications.
• Work closely with senior volunteers and internal teams to align fundraising efforts with our organisational goals.
• Research and identify new prospects to grow our network of philanthropic supporters.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and best practices to enhance our philanthropy strategy.

About You
We are looking for someone with:

• Experience in relationship management, with a track record of engaging HNWIs and securing philanthropic gifts.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to craft compelling fundraising proposals.
• A proactive and organised approach, able to balance multiple projects effectively.
• A collaborative mindset, working closely with internal and external stakeholders.
• A passion for making a difference in the lives of people with arthritis.
• Experience working in the charity sector.

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.