Philanthropy & Partnerships Senior Manager
St Luke's Hospice (Basildon & Thurrock) • Basildon, England • Posted June 29, 2026
About the Role
About the role
We are seeking a Philanthropy & Partnerships Senior Manager to join our fundraising team. This role will lead the development and delivery of major donor, trusts & foundations and strategic partnerships activity to grow income, nurture long-term relationships and support the organisation’s strategic priorities. The postholder will manage a small team, work closely with senior leaders and volunteers, and play a key role in shaping a cohesive, impactful partnerships strategy. We welcome applicants from a range of fundraising backgrounds and at various stages of their careers.
In this role you will:
We are seeking a Philanthropy & Partnerships Senior Manager to join our fundraising team. This role will lead the development and delivery of major donor, trusts & foundations and strategic partnerships activity to grow income, nurture long-term relationships and support the organisation’s strategic priorities. The postholder will manage a small team, work closely with senior leaders and volunteers, and play a key role in shaping a cohesive, impactful partnerships strategy. We welcome applicants from a range of fundraising backgrounds and at various stages of their careers.
In this role you will:
- Develop and implement a strategic fundraising plan for major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partners and other strategic funders to meet income targets and organisational objectives.
- Identify, research and cultivate prospective supporters, building tailored engagement plans and compelling cases for support that align with funders...