Fundraising Manager (Maternity Cover)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£50,000 / year
CATEGORY
Nonprofit & Charity
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SKILLS

Major Gift Fundraising Legacy Fundraising Donor Stewardship Grant Writing Relationship Management Interpersonal Communication Fundraising Strategy Team Leadership

FULL DESCRIPTION

Fundraising Manager (Maternity Cover)

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a Fundraising Manager on a 12-month maternity contract (with potential permanency) to lead major donor, legacy, and grant fundraising. The role is based in London SW1 and offers circa £50,000 per annum plus benefits.

Key Requirements

  • Significant fundraising experience in a small to medium sized charity.
  • Experience of asking for and securing 5 and 6 figure gifts.
  • A proven track record in helping to achieve fundraising targets.
  • Ability to work effectively with and empower people who may have little experience of fundraising.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.

Who are we?

The Metropolitan Cathedral of the Most Precious Blood, known as [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], is the largest and the most important Roman Catholic church in England and Wales. It is the seat of the Cardinal Archbishop of Westminster and it is also home to one of the country’s most celebrated Cathedral Choirs. The Cathedral is a significant London visitor attraction with up to 25,000 people passing through its door each week. It is also very much a working church for the 6,000 people who attend Mass and services here every week.

The Role

The post holder will report to the Cathedral Administrator and will be the line manager of the Cathedral’s Fundraising Officer. He/she will work collaboratively with other heads of departments, the Diocesan Fundraising Team, and the Cathedral’s Finance Committee. The Fundraising Manager will oversee the growth of income from major gifts, legacies and grants for a wide portfolio of projects. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, enterprising and motivated, an excellent communicator and team player and will be committed to the highest levels of fundraising best practice and professionalism at all times. This is a 12-month maternity contract, with the likelihood of a permanent contract after that by mutual consent.

Benefits

  • Life Assurance.
  • 31 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
  • Access to Healthcare Cash Plan.
  • Access to low cost loans with Churches Mutual.
  • Employee assistance programme– free, independent 24/7 help and advice.
  • Season Ticket Loan.
  • Discounts scheme through Edenred.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.

Additional Details

Location: London SW1 | Contract: 12-month maternity contract – with the likelihood of progressing to a permanent contract, subject to performance. | Hours: 35 hours per week (Five days per week) – negotiable. | Salary: c. £50,000 per annum depending on experience. | Closing date: 12 July 2023 at noon | Job Reference: 530-131

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