Development Manager

Founded in 1827, located in a spacious campus just outside Edinburgh, we are one of the UK’s leading independent coeducational schools, for both boarding and day school pupils. Traditional and innovative educational methods, first-class facilities and the advantages offered by a small school all combine to provide a uniquely rounded learning experience for girls and boys.

Our emphasis on the whole person is really what sets us apart. From day one, Loretto’s Founder was dedicated to blending academic excellence with a wealth of experiences beyond the classroom.

By helping girls and boys to excel in mind, body and spirit, we aim to help them unlock and realise their full potential.

Today’s staff and pupils are living proof of the clear benefits offered by that ethos. Being a small school enables us to share our big heart and ambition, and offer big opportunities for our young people.

Also reflecting Loretto’s commitment to help bring out the best in all, are our high standards of teaching and a diverse yet rigorous curriculum.

The enormous range of co-curricular activities we offer away from the classroom ensures that each pupil can grow and develop wherever their interests and talents may lie.

The School’s achievements in music, art and drama and our strong reputation in sporting endeavours – rugby, hockey, cricket, lacrosse and golf to name just a few – are both testament to that.

The Development Manager will establish and lead the School's Development Office, creating a sustainable culture of philanthropy, engagement and partnership across the Loretto community.

The post-holder will develop and deliver a comprehensive development strategy encompassing fundraising, donor stewardship, legacy giving, community engagement, events and corporate partnerships. They will build meaningful relationships with alumni, parents, former staff, friends of the School, trusts, foundations and corporate partners to secure philanthropic support for bursaries, capital projects and strategic priorities.

Working closely with the Head, Governors and senior leaders, the Development Manager will help strengthen the School's long-term financial resilience through the generation of non-fee income and enhanced stakeholder engagement and the promotion of a culture of giving.

• Develop and implement a Development Strategy aligned with the School's strategic plan
• Create and deliver annual and multi-year fundraising plans with agreed income targets
• Develop compelling cases for support focused on bursaries, capital projects and educational enrichment
• Build and maintain a pipeline of prospects across annual giving, major gifts and legacy supporters
• Lead fundraising campaigns and appeals, ensuring clear objectives, timelines and success measures.
• Monitor and report progress against agreed KPIs, income targets and return-on-investment measures.
• Prepare regular reports for the DFO, Head, Development Committee and Board.

• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward major donors and prospective supporters.
• Develop strong relationships with alumni, parents, former parents, former staff and friends of the School
• Coordinate donor meetings involving the Head, Governors and senior staff
• Deliver a structured donor stewardship programme ensuring supporters are appropriately thanked, recognised and informed.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling donor information and philanthropy discussions.
• Support the establishment and growth of an endowment and legacy giving programme.

• Establish and grow corporate partnership opportunities aligned with the School's values and strategic…