"Prospect Research Officer"

Prospect Research Officer

University of Exeter - External Engagement and Global

This full-time post is available from January 2026 on a permanent basis and offers the opportunity for hybrid working – some time on campus and some from home.

Summary of the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking individual who has an interest in and knowledge of current affairs, business or philanthropy as well as the ability to conduct research using publicly available resources effectively and efficiently to join the Prospect Research team within the Global Advancement office (part of the External Engagement and Global Division).

The Prospect Research team is responsible for identifying, researching and assessing potential philanthropic supporters of the University of Exeter to maintain a strong pool of major donor prospects to support the Philanthropy team in soliciting gifts to the University. The postholder will be responsible for gathering information that helps fundraisers to raise philanthropic gifts, managing news alerts, conducting light-touch due diligence and writing biographical profiles of supporters.

Although previous experience is desired, it is not essential, and full training will be provided for the postholder. You should be enthusiastic about the opportunity to learn and develop new skills and knowledge.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button) for full details of this role.

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.

With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.

We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from service people.

Benefits

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• 39 Days leave per year.
• Options for flexible working.
• Numerous discounts at leading retailers.
• Onsite gyms on all of our campuses and a cycle to work scheme.
• Sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy.
• Stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England.

Further information

Please contact Sophie Phillimore, Prospect Research Manager: s.phillimore@exeter.ac.uk.