Development Manager - City of London
6 hours ago
Job description
The Sick Children's TrustSalary:
£46,000
Location:
Hybrid (1-2 days/week in London EC2A)
Closing date:
Thursday 5 March 2026
Charity People is thrilled to be partnering with The Sick Children's Trust to recruit their new Development Manager - Corporate & Philanthropy.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a warm, values-driven organisation that provides vital 'Homes from Home' supporting thousands of families with seriously ill children in hospital.
For over 40 years, The Sick Children's Trust has been giving families a free place to stay, just steps from their child's hospital bed.
Their ten 'Homes from Home' across England provide more than a welcoming place to stay - they also give comfort, stability, community and compassion at the most difficult moments in a family's life.
With 91% occupancy, 48,062 nights of accommodation provided last year, and over 3,200 families supported, the impact of this charity is profound.
This role sits at the heart of expanding that life-changing reach.The Role
As Development Manager - Corporate & Philanthropy, you will lead the growth of an ambitious and high-performing corporate partnerships programme.
This is a senior, income-generating role focused on securing new business, stewarding high-value relationships, and influencing philanthropic support through senior networks.
Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and managing two corporate fundraisers (South and North), you will:Lead Corporate New Business
Develop and deliver a strategy to secure long-term, high-value corporate partnerships
Build and manage a strong pipeline of five- and six‑figure prospects
Create compelling, bespoke proposals, pitches and presentations
Confidently deliver senior-level pitches to CSR leads, directors and boards
Maximise Relationship Value
Provide excellent stewardship to high-value partners
Work closely with the Director of Fundraising to engage major donors, trustees and influential supporters
Spot opportunities to bridge corporate leaders into philanthropic giving
Collaborate and Innovate
Work with Operations, Communications and Marketing to build impactful partnership propositions
Shape co-branded campaigns, sponsorship opportunities, corporate volunteering and events
Act as an ambassador for the charity at external and sector events
Lead and Develop Others
Line manage and mentor the Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer (South) and Corporate Officer (North)
Monitor performance, forecast income, and report against KPIs
Use DonorFlex to maintain accurate, high‑quality records
About you
We're looking for someone who brings a proven track record of securing new five and six‑figure corporate partnerships, with the ability to craft high‑quality proposals, pitch decks and presentations that win major support.
You will be confident pitching to senior and influencialaudiences, and skilled at building strong, strategic relationships across both corporate and philanthropic stakeholders.
You'll have experience engaging major donors or senior supporters, combined with the creative thinking needed to shape compelling partnership propositions.
Alongside this, you will be highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.Benefits
The Sick Children's Trust offers a generous package including:
£46,000 per annum
35-hour working week
Hybrid working
25 days annual leave plus your birthday off
Wellbeing support (EAP, eyecare, flu jab, life assurance)
Additional benefits post‑probation (bonus day off, enhanced pension, PHI, Medicash, Digicare+, travel loan)
Interested in this incredible role?
For the full job pack and details on how to apply, please share your CV with Kevin who will be in touch with further information.
Closing date:
Thursday 5th March
First stage interviews:
W/C Monday 9th March
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g.
age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
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