Senior Development Manager

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and driven major gifts fundraiser to join our Philanthropy team at Nottingham Trent University as our Senior Development Manager. As part of the wider Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) team you will be an innovative thinker, effective manager and have a positive approach to team work.. 

If you have a passion and enthusiasm for raising awareness of philanthropic giving and experience of cultivating strategic relationships with a variety of stakeholders, we want to hear from you! 

For more details, please take a look at the role profile.  We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.

About Us

Nottingham Trent University is a successful and ambitious university that is recognised for its innovation and inclusivity and being bold enough to do things differently.

Our Finance team plays a critical role in supporting NTU's long-term financial sustainability.  From managing financial records and transactions to identifying risks and developing financial strategies, our team oversees the health, transparency and effectiveness of NTU's resources.

As a member of our team, you'll contribute to the financial stability and success of NTU.  Join us and gain valuable experience in handling complex financial matters, collaborating with diverse stakeholders and making a meaningful impact on the work of the university.

For any informal queries about the role or the Finance team, please contact Kirsty Wilkinson (Head of Development, Alumni and Supporter Relations) at kirsty.wilkinson@ntu.ac.uk.

Join Us 

• Hybrid working - we encourage and offer a mixture of office working and working from home.  You're empowered to define how you work best for the benefits of your stakeholders.
• Flexibility - take ownership over how you get your work done.  We're open to different working patterns and approaches.
• 25 days annual leave, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata. 
• Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
• Range of health and wellbeing services, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.
• Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
• And a whole lot more…

Come and be part of our success.  Apply today.

Safe and Inclusive

At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Whilst this role is currently eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route, upcoming immigration rules (4th April 2024) changes may impact on eligibility for sponsorship, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa for more information.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions. 

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