Development Executive – Fundraising and Stewardship

The Development & Alumni Relations Office leads the process of generating long-term and consistent voluntary income for Merchant Taylors’ School, and for running a comprehensive alumni and parental relations programme.

To plan, manage and have an input to the strategy for a regular giving programme at Merchant Taylors’ School, with a focus on increasing the participation (giving rates) of both our alumni and parental constituencies, as well as donor retention through planning and executing a stewardship programme for benefactors of all levels. Some face-to-face fundraising may also be required, particularly relating to legacy fundraising.

The office structure includes an Administrator who will support this role with much of the administrative burden.

To undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required and requested by your line manager to meet the School’s priorities and demands.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 9th April 2025, 12pm Please apply as soon as possible as shortlisting/interviews will progress up until the closing date. Should a suitable candidate be appointed, we reserve the right to close the advert early.

Interviews to be held: Wednesday 16th April 2025

Merchant Taylors’ School is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As this role will bring you into contact with children you are expected to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Further information on how the School uses personal data is set out in the School’s Staff Transparency Notice, which can be found n the Vacancy page of the School Website.