Are you an experienced fundraising leader looking to make a lasting, transformative impact? Because we all know, it's never been more important to support British Farmers - so we need you!

For over 160 years, this charity has provided crucial practical, financial, and emotional support to farming people. Having delivered nearly £250 million in direct aid over the last 25 years and thousands of free counselling sessions.

In this pivotal senior position, you will lead and evolve the Philanthropy and Partnerships strategy, to secure long-term financial sustainability. 

This hybrid role is 2 days per week in the Oxford HQ and 3 days working from home. Salary £46,500 plus car allowance.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Cultivating and stewarding relationships with major donors, trusts, foundations, corporate partners, and legacy supporters.
• Creating tailored proposals, partnership packages, and high-impact engagement strategies to secure major funding.
• Managing and guiding line reports, supporting recruitment, and fostering team development.
• Overseeing target reporting, managing CRM data (Microsoft Dynamics), and ensuring full compliance with GDPR and CIOF codes.

What You Need:

• Proven track record in a senior fundraising role securing major funding.
• Exceptional stewardship, negotiation, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing teams and budgets.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
• Full UK driving license and empathy with the charity's mission (agricultural knowledge is desirable).

Why You'll Love This Job:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution.
• Life assurance cover.
• Access to health and wellbeing services.
• On-site parking 

It's never been more urgent to support British Farmers now and for future generations. Apply now to help shape a future that Farmers deserve!