Job Description

Location:

Oxford - hybrid working may be an option

Salary:

Grade 7: 39,424 - 47,779 per annum with possible extension to 51,983 - plus as Oxford University Weighting of 1,500 per year (pro rata).

Contract type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

The University of Oxford is searching for a Development Executive that will raise vital philanthropic support for priority areas of research in the Medical Sciences Division.

Why Medical Sciences?

Oxford University is one of the world's leading biomedical universities recognised for its outstanding quality and depth across the medical research spectrum - from genes to molecules, to big data and populations. With the honour of 12 Nobel Laureates over its long and distinguished history, the Division is consistently at the forefront of innovative and lifesaving science.

The extraordinary depth and breadth of medical skills at Oxford is devoted to identifying the causes of disease, improving diagnosis and developing effective treatments and prevention. The Division is particularly interested in the "big" diseases where millions of lives can be saved - cancer, and infectious diseases such as malaria and pandemic preparedness. It also has world-leading research programmes in cardiovascular diseases, musculoskeletal disorders such as arthritis and osteoporosis and neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

What this role entails?

The Medical Sciences Divisional development team works collaboratively with colleagues across the Division and across the Development and Alumni Engagement team at the University of Oxford.

This is a key role within the team and the post holder will have the opportunity to work with donors and academics. Development at Oxford is well established and this role has the scope to work across a number of important and high-profile projects related to the medical sciences.

The post holder will manage a portfolio of more than 100 major gifts prospects. They will be responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of potential donors able to support projects in the Medical Sciences Division at Oxford, typically in the range of 100,000-500,000 over time, alongside to supporting the fundraising activity of the Head of Development - Medical Sciences.

To be successful in this role:

Proven fundraising experience in a complex organisation and direct involvement in securing major gifts at the 50,000 level and above Ability to identify new donor prospects and engage with potential donors to successfully acquire new gifts Ability to think both strategically and tactically about the relations between potential donors and fund-raising goals Ability to establish credibility, confidence and robust relationships with existing and prospective donors, and key stakeholders Strong written and verbal communication skills An interest in the medical sciences An interest in higher education and ideally an understanding of the University of Oxford, and its goals in teaching and research

About You

If you have experience in major gift fundraising, have excellent inter-personal skills, and are passionate about playing a role in enabling life-changing research then we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:
Flexible hybrid working An excellent contributory pension scheme 38 days annual leave Membership to CASE Training and development opportunities A comprehensive range of childcare services Family leave schemes Cycle loan scheme Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

Application Process

To apply, please upload:
A covering letter/supporting statement Your CV The details of two referees
The closing date for applications is

12 noon

on

Monday 22 September

2025.

Interviews will take place the the week commencing

Monday 22 September 2025

, and will be held face-to-face.

Development and Alumni Engagement is committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and experiences. We encourage applicants from all sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply.