Senior Fundraiser

Location: Remote / Edinburgh, UK
Job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Voluntary/Charity | Fundraising
Annual salary: £34,600 per annum

Breakthrough T1D is the UK’s leading type 1 diabetes charity, dedicated to funding research, advocating for change, and supporting the T1D community. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Fundraiser for Scotland and the North of England to help us build on this momentum.

As Senior Fundraiser, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving forward our major donor and corporate partnerships programme. You’ll work alongside our Head of Scotland to deliver sustainable income growth, develop meaningful relationships with high‑value supporters, and bring unforgettable experiences to life – from intimate research briefings to our flagship annual Gala Ball.

This is a role with huge scope to make your mark. You’ll have the autonomy to cultivate your own portfolio, the support of brilliant cross‑UK colleagues, and the reward of knowing your work directly fuels scientific breakthroughs that change lives.

• Experience working with major donors, corporate partners or demonstrable success generating income from senior stakeholders in a relationship‑driven role
• Strong project‑management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities with confidence and calm
• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal and in presentations
• Emotional intelligence and the ability to build rapport authentically
• A supporter‑focused, warm, and collaborative approach

• Hybrid working arrangements
• Flexible working and consideration of compressed hours
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days per year plus bank holidays for full‑time staff, with leave increasing after three and five years’ service
• Health cash plan for treatments such as dental, optical and physiotherapy
• Season ticket and cycle loan
• Family‑friendly policies – enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave rates
• Personalised training to suit your career aspirations and professional development

Breakthrough T1D is an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age. This position is not limited to any group and is subject to the Equality Act 2010 and other relevant legislation.