ShareAction

About the Company

ShareAction is an independent charity and an expert on responsible investment. We set ambitious standards for how financial institutions, through their investment decisions, can protect our planet and its people and campaign for this approach to become the norm. We convene shareholders to collectively push companies to tackle the climate crisis, protect nature, improve workers’ rights and shape healthier societies. In the UK and EU, we advocate for financial regulation that has society’s best interests at its core.  Visit https://shareaction.org to find out more.

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Company Name

ShareAction

Job Title

Senior Fundraising Manager - Trusts and Major Gifts

Job Description

**Job title**: Senior Fundraising Manager – Trusts & Major Gifts **Role Summary** Lead the Trusts & Foundations and High‑Net‑Worth Individuals fundraising strands, securing major multi‑year gifts (six‑ to seven‑figure) and advancing ShareAction’s five‑year strategy. Manage a high‑value donor portfolio, develop compelling proposals, and head‑count the Major Donor Manager. **Expectations** - Deliver consistent growth in major‑gift revenue. - Maintain and deepen relationships with senior trustees, CEOs, and family office partners. - Provide strategic stewardship and regular pipeline updates to senior leadership and trustees. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Identify, research, and prospect new Trusts, Foundations and HNWI donors. 2. Cultivate and steward relationships with existing major donors, ensuring repeat and expanded giving. 3. Develop and present persuasive proposals aligned with the 5‑year strategy. 4. Coordinate fundraising activities across the internal team and external partners. 5. Keep senior staff and trustees informed on pipeline status and cultivation plans. 6. Line‑manage and coach the Major Donor Manager, setting targets and reviewing performance. 7. Attend funder and prospect meetings (London‐based, 4–6 per month). 8. Deliver stewardship, renewals and acknowledgment of gifts. 9. Track progress, update Salesforce, and use project‑management tools for reporting. 10. Stay current on philanthropy trends, sector developments and innovative fundraising practices. **Required Skills** - Proven track record securing multi‑year, six‑figure Trust, Foundation and major gift funding. - Excellent relationship management with senior stakeholders, trustees and senior executives. - Strong communication, persuasive writing and presentation abilities. - Strategic insight, entrepreneurial mindset and outstanding organisational skills. - Experience line‑managing a team and developing staff. - Proficiency in Salesforce and fundraising/project‑management software. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree (business, nonprofit management, finance or related field). - Recognised fundraising qualification (e.g., CFRE, CIMF, or equivalent) preferred.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

28-11-2025