Job Introduction
The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks if relevant to their role.
Join Us as a Senior Philanthropy Manager (Trusts and Foundations)
The National Autistic Society helps create a world that works for autistic people and within National Programmes we champion the rights and interests of autistic people and their families, making sure national policies and legislation reflect their needs. We have a rewarding opportunity for a Senior Philanthropy Manager (Trusts and Foundations) within the Philanthropy Team. If you share our values and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Visit our website to find out more about who we are: https://www.autism.org.uk/
About the Team
The Philanthropy team plays a vital role in generating high-value income to support the National Autistic Society’s mission. Working across trusts, foundations, statutory funders and major donors, the team develops strong relationships and delivers impactful funding partnerships that enable our services and strategic priorities.
About the Role
As Senior Philanthropy Manager (Trusts and Foundations), you will lead the development, growth and delivery of our trusts, foundations and statutory fundraising portfolio. Managing a pipeline of high-value opportunities, you will secure significant income, including six-figure gifts, while delivering an excellent supporter experience that builds long-term engagement.
You will provide strategic leadership, line manage the Trusts and Statutory Manager, and work collaboratively across fundraising and wider organisational teams to develop compelling cases for support aligned to funder priorities.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and grow a portfolio of trusts, foundations and statutory funders, ensuring a strong pipeline of high-value opportunities
- Secure significant funding by managing and developing relationships with existing and prospective supporters
- Develop compelling funding proposals, reports and cases for support in collaboration with internal stakeholders
- Deliver high-quality stewardship and engagement to maximise long-term supporter relationships
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience securing significant income from trusts, foundations and/or statutory funders
- Strong track record of delivering against fundraising targets and managing pipelines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop compelling proposals
- Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills
Click here for the Job Description
This advert is for a full-time position at 35 Hours per week.
This role is homebased
What we can offer you
- Pension– Auto-enrolled pension scheme.
- Annual Leave– 33 days (including public holidays). You can buy or sell leave each year.
- Training– Great induction and training, including autism training.
- Discounts– Online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple).
- Healthcare– Cash plan for permanent staff.
- Life Assurance– 2x your base salary.
- Flexible Benefits– Options like private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension.
- Support– 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme and counselling.
- Mindfulness– Free Headspace app for you and up to 3 family/friends.
- Blue Light Card– Eligibility for discounts.
About our application process
You will be required to upload your CV. If you are providing a supporting statement, please consider the following:
- Look at the job description and person specification.
- Tell us how your skills and experience match the role.
- Give examples if you can.
For more information about this job please contact: Josie Coxon, Josie.Coxon@nas.org.uk
We might close this job advert early if we get lots of suitable applications.
To protect our autistic adults & children at the National Autistic Society, some roles require employees to have a criminal background check. Possession of an Enhanced DBS Check either on the Update Service or conducted within the last 12 months would be preferable but not essential if its applicable to your role.
Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from autistic people.
We are an equal opportunities employer and part of the Disability Confident Employer scheme.
Important Information
Agencies need not apply.
Please note the National Autistic Society are unable to provide sponsorship for Visas.
The National Autistic Society may use artificial intelligence (AI) to assist our recruitment team with reviewing applications for this role. All application decisions are made by people and are not determined automatically by AI.