Development and Fundraising Support (Placement year)

University of Reading - Henley Business School

Location:	Reading
Salary:	£24,685 to £26,093 per annum. Grade 3 Spinal point 12 - 15
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On:	2nd April 2026
Closes:	4th May 2026
Job Ref:	SRF53272

Job description

Closing date: 23:59 4th May 2026

This role is a fixed-term role from 1 Sep 26 – 31 Aug 27 (Placement year).

Interview date - 13th May 2026

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. The successful candidate(s) will have to ensure that they have the right to work in the UK or be able to secure this through another means without the sponsorship of the University. Further information about sponsorship is available on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

Henley Business School is looking for someone with a keen interest in fundraising and higher education to take on the role of Development and Fundraising Support within the Engagement, Employment and Entrepreneurship team at our Whiteknights campus, Reading.

One of the largest providers of business education in the world, Henley Business School is among an elite group of International business schools to be triple-accredited for the quality and capability of its faculty and output.
We are looking for someone with initiative, with good administrative skills and a keen interest in fundraising and higher education to take on this key support role within the Engagement, Employment and Entrepreneurship team at our Whiteknights campus, Reading.

This role will provide support with fundraising projects, by assisting in the research and development of prospects, assist in providing stewardship support and engaging with donors, and other administrative support as required, including the administration of gifts. The post holder will also assist in the delivery of fundraising campaigns including the production of marketing materials, calling and reporting.

You will have:

• Good administrative and organisational skills with accuracy, attention to detail and methodical working.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with a wide range of people.
• Strong IT skills.
• The willingness to learn new skills and can-do attitude.

Contact Name Tish Gauci
Contact Job Title Senior Development Manager
Contact Email address p.e.gauci@henley.ac.uk
Alternative Contact Name Amy Holmes
Alternative Contact Job Title Development & Fundraising Support
Alternative Contact Email address a.e.holmes@henley.ac.uk