Prospect Development Manager

Salary: £56,652 - £68,005 per annum

Location: White City Campus - Hybrid

About the role:

Do you have an enquiring mind and strong interpersonal skills? Do you enjoy producing high-quality research for different audiences? Advancement are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Prospect Development Manager to play a key role in building a strong base of support to maximise philanthropic income for the University and support the University's fundraising activities.

Please note - due to recent team changes we are recruiting for two Prospect Development Manager roles. One is the permanent and the second is a fixed-term 12-month maternity cover. Please specify which role you are applying for in your covering letter.

What you would be doing:

• You will use a range of sources to produce high quality research profiles on individuals, companies and charitable foundations for a variety of purposes and different audiences.
• You will design and execute prospect management strategies, with responsibility for portfolio development and allocation of prospects in accordance with the Division's prospect allocation process.
• You will conduct regular reviews with fundraisers to provide knowledge and guidance on portfolio metrics and strategic relationship building.
• You will develop and maintain positive relationships with fundraising colleagues and other senior members of staff.
• You will line manage a Prospect Research Officer, ensuring that they have objectives and targets as required and opportunities to fulfil their potential.

What we are looking for:

• Experience of working in a Prospect Development team, in a role such as Prospect Researcher, Prospect Development Officer, Prospect Research Manager
• Experience of using a range of online resources to collate information, employing varying techniques and processes for gathering and disseminating information
• Experience of translating information into briefings and writing reports for a wide range of audiences
• Experience of recording and maintaining data
• Experience of Higher Education Fundraising
• Excellent organisational skills, demonstrating the ability to manage full workloads and conflicting priorities and deadlines.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes). Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme. Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel. Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing .

Further Information

These are two full time roles, one open-ended and one fixed term for 12 months, based at the White City Campus.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Kate McCormick - .

Apply Link:

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