Prospect Research and Pipeline Manager

Royal College of Art - Advancement & Alumni

Join the prestigious Royal College of Art (RCA) as a Prospect Research & Pipeline Manager within our dedicated Advancement & Alumni Team. With a strong sense of collegiality and a commitment to innovation, the RCA is seeking a motivated individual to support and enhance our fundraising efforts, focusing on managing research and the prospect pipeline. This role is based in Kensington and benefits from hybrid working.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing a clear prospect strategy with the Director and Associate Director of Advancement & Alumni to support the College’s fundraising plans.
• Proactively identify potential donors and conduct thorough strategic research while adhering to ethical standards.
• Line-manage the Prospect Research Associate and Advancement Officer (Database)
• Produce detailed reports and high-quality briefings for fundraisers and senior College leadership.
• Assist in managing fundraising portfolios for active fundraisers.

About you:

If you have demonstrable experience managing research programmes and are skilled in using relational databases for data management and analysis we would love to hear from you. Line management experience and a strong sense of collegiate working are essential.

Join us in shaping the future of art and design at the Royal College of Art. Apply now to be part of a team that drives impactful fundraising initiatives.

Why Join RCA:

The RCA is a specialist postgraduate university with a vibrant Advancement & Alumni team. With over 30,000 alumni and a strong track record of high performance driven by a collective goal, the RCA offers a unique environment for professional growth and impactful work. Join us and contribute to the future success of our institution and its students. We also have great benefits and foster a culture of respect based on our core values of Curiosity, Inclusion, Collaboration and Integrity – you could be joining the No. 1 University for Art and Design (11th consecutive year)!

Closing Date: 11.59pm 6 March 2026

Interview Date: 16 March 2026