Head of Philanthropy

Head of PhilanthropyThis is an exciting opportunity for a talented fundraiser to make their mark on London’s landscape and its people. Heritage of London Trust (HOLT) restores buildings and monuments of exceptional historic and architectural interest all across the city. Set up as London’s independent heritage charity by the Greater London Council in 1980, HOLT has restored nearly 800 sites and has 40 on its books at any one time. Our ground-breaking Proud Places programme engages young people with our projects, working closely with our corporate partners.The Head of Philanthropy is a new role reporting to the Chief Executive. The post-holder will be responsible for managing key donor relationships, securing major gifts and legacies of five and six figures, developing our flourishing Patrons’ programme and supporting corporate partnerships. Using robust research, analytics and fundraising strategies you will steward and convert existing donors, cultivate new prospects and build effective stakeholder relationships. You will help deliver a series of VIP events and activities as well as develop compelling content for a range of donors and funders. There will be administrative support within the team for donor management.As Head of Philanthropy you will be working closely with the Executive team, the Chair and the Board of Trustees and will need experience of operating at a senior level in the cultural, education, or third sectors. You w...