Philanthropy Executive

Philanthropy ExecutiveLondon, W2 (with hybrid working and travel between hospital sites in West London)About UsWe’re Imperial Health Charity, an organisation that helps our hospitals do more through grants, arts, volunteering, and fundraising. We support the five hospitals of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust: Charing Cross, Hammersmith, Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea, St Mary’s, and the Western Eye.We are now looking for a Philanthropy Executive to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 35 hours per week.The Benefits- Salary of £41,680 per annum (with the potential to progress based on annually reviewed performance)- 25 days’ holiday per year plus bank holidays (We'll increase your holiday entitlement by one day per year up to 29 days, and after five years’ service, we’ll increase this to 33 days)- An extra day’s holiday to be taken one week either side of your birthday- Pension (with employer contributions of 10%)- Sick pay- Support towards healthcare costs, including eye tests and dental, and access to mental health support through counselling- Additional access to gym discounts- Interest-free season ticket loan- Death-in-service benefit- Staff arts club, including free entry to London galleries- Access to a range of high street and online discountsThis is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced fundraiser with strong relationship management skills and a track record of securing significant gifts to join our compassionate organisation.From developing persuasive proposals to nurturing long-term support, you’ll lead fundraising that can unlock vital resources and create a lasting difference across five major London hospitals.What’s more, you’ll be able to strengthen your experience whilst having access to hybrid working, a 10% employer pension contribution and strong health and wellbeing support within a role that combines purpose with a genuinely supportive package.So, if you’re ready to turn powerful relationships into meaningful support for London’s hospitals and the people who rely on them, read on and apply today.The Role As a Philanthropy Executive, you will help secure transformative funding from major donors, trusts and foundations, and corporate partners to support our hospitals and fundraising priorities.You will manage and develop a small portfolio of supporters while growing our mid-value donor programme, building strong relationships and delivering excellent stewardship to increase engagement, retention and income.Alongside supporting the development of compelling proposals and donor communications, you will lead smaller fundraising projects from concept to delivery and help identify new funding opportunities to maintain a strong prospect pipeline.Additionally, you will:- Support fundraising events and the annual Winter Appeal- Manage philanthropy enquiries and donations- Maintain accurate supporter records and philanthropy processes- Promote our work to NHS colleagues and external stakeholdersAbout YouTo be considered as a Philanthropy Executive, you will need:- Experience of major gift, trusts and foundations and/or corporate fundraising, or in a similar role- Experience of relationship management and stewardship of supporters, soliciting up to four or five figure gifts through face-to-face asks and/or funding proposals- Proven experience of working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders- The ability to analyse complex information and compile it into concise, powerful and persuasive funding proposals- Excellent networking and interpersonal skills- Excellent IT skills, in particular Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and fundraising databases- To be educated to degree level or equivalent relevant professional experience- Professional development or training in fundraising, prospect research, data analysis, or charity governance- Membership of a relevant professional body or a willingness to work towards thisAll job offers with Imperial Health Charity are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and references. The DBS check level required for this role is enhanced.The closing date for this role is 11:30pm on Wednesday 2nd September 2026.Shortlisted candidates will be invited to first-round interviews at our office on Monday 7th and Tuesday 8th September 2026. Successful candidates will be invited to a second final-stage interview.Other organisations may call this role Fundraising Executive, Charity Fundraising Executive, Fundraising Appeals Executive, Major Donor Fundraising Executive, Trusts & Partnerships Executive, Partnerships Executive, Corporate Fundraising Executive, Fundraising Development Executive, or Senior Fundraising Officer.Webrecruit and Imperial Health Charity are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you’re looking for an impactful role as a Philanthropy Executive, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.