Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be supporting a well-established community charity to recruit a Fundraising Manager. Reporting to the Chief Executive, this role will lead fundraising and income generation across trusts and foundations, statutory sources, corporate partnerships, and individual giving.

This is a key role within a respected organisation with strong community roots. You will work closely with senior colleagues to build a sustainable and diversified income base, develop partnerships, and support the organisation''s long-term growth. The organisation delivers a range of frontline services supporting disadvantaged communities and is now looking for someone who can strengthen income and help shape its next stage of development.

Key details
Salary: -38,000 per year
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: East London, office-based with some flexibility by agreement

About the role
This role is suited to an experienced fundraiser who is confident working at both strategic and operational level. The focus is on developing and delivering a clear income strategy, with particular emphasis on trusts and foundations alongside statutory and partnership income.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the fundraising and income generation strategy
• Secure income from trusts and foundations, statutory sources, and other funding streams
• Develop corporate partnerships and explore individual giving and community fundraising opportunities
• Build and manage relationships with funders, partners, and stakeholders
• Maintain a clear pipeline of opportunities and income forecasting
• Prepare high-quality funding applications, bids, and reports
• Work with internal teams to gather data and strengthen funding proposals
• Represent the organisation externally and support partnership development

Person specification

• A strong track record in fundraising, particularly trusts and foundations
• Experience of writing successful bids and securing grants
• Strong relationship building skills and confidence with external stakeholders
• Experience working at both strategic and delivery level
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage a varied pipeline
• A collaborative and grounded approach

To apply
Please apply today with your CV for further information and a confidential conversation with Merrifield Consultants.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.