Job Description

Are you a strategic, results-driven fundraising professional looking for a leadership role where you can make a real difference?

St Peter & St James Hospice is seeking a

Head of Fundraising

to drive our income generation strategy, ensuring we have the resources to continue delivering exceptional care and support to people affected by life-limiting illnesses. This is a unique opportunity to

lead, innovate, and shape the future of fundraising for a much-loved local charity.

Location

: St Peter & St James Hospice, North Common Road, North Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4ED

Salary

: 51,288 - 55,499 per annum

Closing Date

: Early applications encouraged as we will be shortlisting and interviewing as they apply.

What You'll Do:

Fundraising Leadership

- Develop and implement a multi-channel fundraising strategy, ensuring a strong, sustainable pipeline of income from trusts, grants, corporate partnerships, major donors, and legacies.

Team Development

- Lead, inspire, and mentor a high-performing fundraising team, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Community & Corporate Engagement

- Grow and maintain key relationships with

businesses, major donors, and philanthropic supporters

, securing long-term financial commitments.

Strategic Oversight & Compliance

- Set and achieve ambitious income targets, monitor budgets, and ensure compliance with

fundraising regulations, GDPR, and ethical best practices.

Marketing & Donor Communications

- Work closely with the

Marketing Team

to create engaging campaigns, donor stewardship plans, and fundraising materials.

Innovation & Digital Fundraising

- Drive digital transformation in fundraising, leveraging

CRM systems, data analytics, and online campaigns.

Board & Financial Reporting

- Provide regular strategic updates and financial reports to

Trustees and Senior Leadership

.

What we're looking for:

To excel in this role, you will have:

Proven experience in leading fundraising teams

and securing income across multiple streams (trusts, grants, corporate, major donors, legacies). Strong

leadership, budget management, and strategic planning

experience. A track record in

building and managing partnerships

that drive sustainable income growth.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

, with confidence in presenting to senior stakeholders. A

data-driven approach to fundraising

, with a solid understanding of CRM systems and fundraising compliance. Experience in

digital fundraising, legacy giving, and community engagement

(desirable). A

fundraising qualification (e.g. IoF Diploma)

would be beneficial but not essential.

Why join us?

Be part of a

mission-led organisation

that makes a tangible difference to people's lives. Lead a passionate team and develop a dynamic

fundraising strategy

that spans

community fundraising, trusts and grants, corporate partnerships, major donors, and legacy giving.

Work collaboratively across teams, including

Marketing & Communications, Finance, and Trustees

, to build strong donor engagement and long-term sustainability. Enjoy a

flexible, supportive

working environment where your ideas and leadership will be valued.
We will be

shortlisting and interviewing as applications are received

, so

early applications are encouraged

. Apply today to be part of something truly special.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact

Matt Dean

at

mdean@stpjhospice.org

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 51,288.00-55,499.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Lewes BN8 4ED: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lewes BN8 4ED

Reference ID: Head of Fundraising