Relationship Manager - Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
- Published on 08/27/2026
- Milton keynes (I6)
- To be defined
Description:
!-- wp:freeform -- h2 Relationship Manager - Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire /h2 p The Well, Willen Hospice - Milton Keynes /p p Job Summary /p p Build something transformational. From the ground up. /p p Werelooking for an exceptional relationship-builder to join Willen Hospice asourPhilanthropyRelationshipManager. This is anexciting opportunity to build a philanthropy programme from the ground up. /p p You will design and lead our major donor strategy, identify a pipeline of high-net-worth individuals and key partners capable of making major gifts and living legacies, and create funding propositions that will inspire transformational giving that makes a lasting difference to our patients and families. /p p If you have the credibility tooperatein senior circles, the drive to hit ambitious targets, and a genuine passion for hospice care, this is your opportunity to leavea lasting legacyof your own. /p p Whatyoulldo: /p ul role= list li p Design and deliver a transformational major donor strategy, setting ambitious income targets and create a pipeline from prospect identification through to gift and stewardship. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Build robust systems, donorjourneysand stewardship frameworks from scratch specifically designed to grow commitment towards high value and multi-year gifts. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Personallyidentify,cultivateandsolicithigh-net-worth individuals, with the Willen networks moving them purposefully through the stewardship cycle towards a significant ask. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Develop compelling cases for support that translate Willens vision and impact into inspiring propositions for donors giving at the highest level. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Help embed philanthropy across the organisation, enabling colleagues, seniorleadersand trustees to play an active role inidentifying,cultivatingand stewarding major donors /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Advise and coach senior leadership and trustees to make confident, compelling asks that secure major gifts. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Deliver bespoke stewardship and giving programmes, high-impact engagement events, and impact reports that deepen donor commitment. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Track and report on pipeline performance, conversionratesand ROI building the evidence for a sustained investment in the philanthropy programme. /p /li /ul p Werelooking for someone who is: /p ul role= list li p An experienced major gifts fundraiser, with a proventrack recordof personally securing five-figure (or above) gifts,dealsor partnerships. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Skilled at designing and delivering income strategies with ambitious financial targets and clear, measurable milestones. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p A confident communicator with exceptional influencing skills to build trusted relationships with high-net-worth individuals, seniorleadersand Board members. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Deeply knowledgeable about the major donor gift cycle and the techniques that accelerate donors towards transformational giving. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Able to work collaboratively with colleagues across Corporate Partnerships,Trustsand Community Fundraising to maximise opportunities and ensure a joined-up supporter experience. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Analytically strong, comfortable using CRM systems and prospect research tools to manage a high-value portfolio and forecast income. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Self-driven, results-orientedand passionate about the mission of Willen Hospice, with the ambition to generate transformational income within a definedtimeframe. /p /li /ul p Ready to build Willens philanthropy programme? /p p If so, apply today and help us build something exceptional /p p If you would like an informal discussion, please email Kate Grigg, Associate Director of Strategic Fundraising Partnerships /p p About the role /p p Set in the tranquil grounds of Willen Lake, Willen Hospice is the leading provider of specialist palliative care in the Milton Keynes area. We offer round-the-clock, expert care to local patients with a life-limiting illness, both in their own homes and in our In-Patient Unit. Our passionate staff and volunteers make sure our care is personalised to each patients needs and supports their loved ones too. As a registered charity, we raise vital funds through our dedicated Income Generationteam and our growing portfolio of high street and online shops, to ensure our care stays free of charge. /p p About you /p p Why join us? /p ul role= list li p A role with purpose be part of a team delivering outstanding palliative care. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Supportive and caring environment work with passionate colleagues. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Great benefits package including 35 days holiday, contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity/sick pay, and ongoing professional development. /p /li /ul ul role= list li p Perks and extras free on-site parking, subsidised catering, Blue Light Card discounts (with membership), and an Employee Assistance Programme. /p /li /ul p About us /p !-- /wp:freeform --