Senior Development Manager (Major Donors and Events), London, Greater London

Senior Development Manager (Major Donors and Events)

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We’re looking for a dynamic, strategic and articulate professional fundraiser to drive forward our emerging major donor programme. Working alongside senior Laureus staff and stakeholders to connect, cultivate and steward high net worth individuals around the work of the Foundation, the post holder will be expected to design and support the execution of a range of high-quality events leaning on the excellent brand profile assets at Laureus’ disposal. Experience of creating bespoke donor journeys, delivering long term engagement and an understanding or experience of the third sector will enable success in this fast-paced and varied role. KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinate all HNW activity ensuring that: Appropriate levels of communication are established and maintained Records are kept fully up to date and are appropriately reported Key staff (Chairman, CEO, Development Director etc) are prompted and supported with communication and activities

Create and/or deepen partnerships with organisations where mutual benefit can be received, including Richemont maisons ; other Laureus partners; new prospective partners with connections to pools of HNW individuals

Assess existing events and amend/develop a revised calendar of events annually that supports outreach, conversion and stewardship of HNW pool of supporters – whilst also ensuring profit is made on the event itself

Encouragement and support of HNW supporters to create their own activities to raise funds and/or broaden the network of Laureus donors

Provide first class stewardship to the International Council/Friends of Laureus group of HNW supporters whilst also exploring if other products or partnerships might offer attractive benefits to donors

Work with programme colleagues to create opportunities for programme visits open to key donors – either in the UK or internationally, whilst also extracting key programme asks for funding

Work with talent team colleagues to create engagement opportunities with Laureus Academy Members and Ambassadors that support HNW engagement and stewardship

Use sector knowledge and insight to keep on top of best practice around HNW donor engagement, cultivation and stewardship

KEY REQUIREMENTS Proven track record of successful fundraising experience Experience of building long-term, trust-based relationships with HNWI Developed or contributed to HNW fundraising campaigns Strategic and result-driven approach to planning donor journeys and stewardship programmes Proficient in using donor databases (e.g. Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce) for tracking contacts and income and data analytics/ prospect research Experience in organising bespoke donor and facilitating networking opportunities between donors and charity leadership or beneficiaries Skilled in writing tailored proposals, impact reports, and stewardship updates Ability to manage stakeholders relationships (trustees, directors, senior volunteers) Understanding of Philanthropy Landscape We offer our employees a competitive benefits package including pension scheme, private health and life insurance, generous holiday allowance, ride to work scheme and employee friendly policies. We offer flexible working with one day per week working from home.

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Location:: London, Greater London

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