Senior Philanthropy Talent Pool

Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed educational institution in Cambridge seeks experienced individuals to join their Senior Philanthropy Talent Pool. The roles involve managing donor portfolios, securing significant gifts, and contributing to fundraising strategies. Ideal candidates are effective communicators and proactive relationship managers. This opportunity allows you to make a tangible impact on the community through philanthropy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience securing five and six figure gifts.
• Effective, thoughtful communicator who builds trust with senior stakeholders.
• Enjoy both strategy and hands-on relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage a focused portfolio of donors.
• Close five and six figure gifts.
• Shape stewardship activity and develop legacy engagement.

Skills

Proven experience securing five and six figure gifts

Effective communication

Relationship management

Organizational skills

Motivated by community life

Job description

# Senior Philanthropy Talent Pool**Collegiate Cambridge**Here in University of Cambridge Development & Alumni Office, we're supporting some of the Cambridge Colleges as they recruit for Senior Philanthropy roles over the coming months. These posts are central to each College's individual fundraising efforts and offer the chance to contribute to the success of their communities.If you're an experienced major gift fundraiser who enjoys building long-term donor relationships, shaping strategy and securing meaningful support, we'd like to hear from you.**What these roles involve**Although every College has its own character, the scope of the work is broadly similar. You'll manage a focused portfolio of donors, close five and six figure gifts, shape stewardship activity, develop legacy engagement and play a key role in delivering each College's fundraising strategy.You'll work closely with senior academics, professional staff and volunteers within the College, and you may act as deputy to the Development Director when needed.**Why Cambridge Colleges**Colleges offer close-knit communities, engaged alumni and a strong sense of purpose. Philanthropy has a direct impact: supporting students, funding research and wellbeing, sustaining teaching excellence and enabling important capital and community projects. You'll see clearly where your work makes a difference.**Who we're looking for:*** Proven experience securing five and six figure gifts* An effective, thoughtful communicator who builds trust with senior stakeholders* Someone who enjoys both strategy and hands-on relationship management* Organised, proactive and comfortable supporting colleagues* Motivated by the mission and community life of Cambridge Colleges**How the talent pool works**This is a rolling campaign. By joining our Senior Philanthropy Talent Pool, you'll be considered for roles at several Colleges as opportunities arise. With your permission, we may also contact you about future opportunities within University of Cambridge Development and Alumni Relations.Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.**Express your interest**Please share your CV and a short note about what motivates you in fundraising. We'll be in touch as relevant roles progress.The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.### Department/location### Salary£47,389- £73,707### ReferenceDH48063### Category### Date published25 November 2025### Closing date25 January 2026