Philanthropy Manager (Major gifts)

reach and providing lifelong connections to our global communities of alumni, donors, and supporters.

Our team has the power to accelerate the University’s ambitions. By unlocking new income, expertise, connections and advocacy, our supporters help transform student opportunities, advance research, strengthen our civic impact and build valuable bridges with industry and communities, while enhancing our reputation and influence nationally and internationally. As a Philanthropy Manager for Major Gifts, your role would be to secure philanthropic income from a wide portfolio of supporters across four priority areas, which includes Student Access & Success, Civic & Community Engagement, Research & Knowledge Exchange and an ambitious Campus Connectivity Plan.

Key Responsibilities

• The Philanthropy Manager (Major Gifts) will play a vital role in securing significant philanthropic support for strategic projects and programmes across the University. Managing a portfolio of 80–100 prospects and donors, building relationships with new prospects and opportunities, with a focus on securing five-, six- and seven-figure gifts.
• You will develop compelling funding proposals.
• Build strong, long-term relationships through excellent cultivation and stewardship.
• Working closely with colleagues across the University, you will oversee complex partnerships and projects and ensure an outstanding donor experience.
• Success will be measured through new strategic relationships, a strong pipeline of philanthropic opportunities, achievement of fundraising targets, and the continued development of existing donors.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme.
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance.
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives.

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