Development Officer - Prospect Research and Systems, CHARITY

Development Officer – Prospect Research & Systems

Location:

Kingston upon Thames (Hybrid working – minimum 2‑3 days on campus)

Salary: £39,407 per annum (Grade
7)

Contract:

Permanent, full‑time

Closing Date:
Fri 23 Jan 2026

Interview in person: TBC 3 or 5 Feb 2026

As a pivotal member of the Development, Alumni Relations and Engagement (DARE) team, you will support major‑gift fundraising by delivering exceptional prospect research, data insights, and systems management. You will work closely with fundraisers and colleagues across DARE to identify and research potential major supporters (individuals, trusts, and companies) capable of giving £5,000 to £1 million and beyond. Your work will help shape strategies, inform decisions, and strengthen the university's fundraising pipeline.

You will be curious, organised, and proactive, with experience in prospect research and data management in a fundraising or education setting. Comfortable using CRM systems (such as Raiser's Edge), you have strong analytical skills and the ability to produce clear, insightful profiles. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and a collaborative approach are essential. An understanding of philanthropy and donor motivations will be a big advantage.

• A dynamic, ambitious team environment
• Hybrid working with a strong sense of campus community
• Opportunities to make a real impact on student success and the University's future

• Generous holiday entitlement of 35 days (from entry at all levels), in addition to bank holidays
• Three “meeting‑free” weeks each year to create space for reflection and planning
• Flexible working – we can consider and accommodate various work patterns
• Family‑friendly policies that support the needs of our employees
• Exceptional professional development opportunities

The application process is CV and Supporting Statement. Please send your up‑to‑date CV to Philippa at Charity People for further details about next steps. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. Please inform us if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.

Charity People is a forward‑thinking, inclusive organisation that actively promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, candidates with disabilities, and any other protected groups.