Strategic Philanthropy Director

19 hours ago


Leatherhead, Surrey, United Kingdom Merrifield Consultants Full time

Merrifield Consultants, a leading consultancy firm in Surrey, is seeking an exceptional Strategic Philanthropy Director to drive the growth of existing supporters and new prospects giving at the five and six figure gift level.

About the Role
  • We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic development professional with a track record of achieving challenging income targets and effective prospect management.
  • Prior experience in a charity or SME, with ownership of strategic planning, is particularly welcome.
  • You will be a poised, confident, and convincing communicator, with strong negotiation, presentation, and networking skills.
Key Responsibilities

This role has line management responsibility for three experienced fundraisers. You will be responsible for driving the growth of a portfolio of existing supporters and new prospects giving at the five and six figure gift level, with a particular focus on generating major gifts from new donors.

Essential Skills

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Proven experience in philanthropy, with a track record of achieving challenging income targets.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Able to quickly connect with and motivate others.

Estimated Salary: £65,000 - £85,000 per annum

Location: Leatherhead, Surrey



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