Senior Philanthropy Manager - US Giving

Final date to receive applications: 6 November 2026

Department: Fundraising

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity

Reporting To: Rachel Hughes

Compensation: £55,000 / year

Help us unlock the power of US philanthropy to transform the lives of seriously ill children.

Are you an exceptional philanthropy fundraiser with a track record of securing transformational six and seven-figure gifts? Do you combine outstanding relationship-building skills with an entrepreneurial mindset and the ambition to grow an international fundraising programme?

We re recruiting for a Senior Philanthropy Manager – US Giving to lead GOSH Charity s US Giving strategy and unlock the potential of philanthropy from the United States.

This is a unique opportunity to shape our US fundraising presence, maximise the potential of our US 501(c)(3) organisation and build influential relationships with high-net-worth individuals, family offices and charitable foundations.

You ll combine strategic leadership with hands‑on fundraising, managing a seven‑figure personal portfolio, securing transformational gifts and working closely with our US Board and professional advisers. You ll also line manage a Philanthropy Executive and help connect American philanthropists, foundations and corporates with our ambitious fundraising priorities.

Salary

The salary for this position is £55,000 per annum and we operate a hybrid working policy of a minimum of 2 days per week in the office. Monday is a fixed in person Philanthropy team day.

In line with our EDI strategy and Total Reward policy, we calculate our salaries based on benchmarking data across the charity sector. To ensure fairness for existing staff and new joiners, we do not offer salaries above the advertised rate.

• Lead our US Giving strategy, driving growth in principal gift income, strategic partnerships and our presence across the United States.
• Manage a portfolio of high-value supporters, securing six and seven-figure gifts and multi-year commitments.
• Support the development of our US 501(c)(3) organisation, working with US Board members, professional advisers and internal colleagues to establish effective fundraising operations.
• Build influential relationships and networks across the US philanthropic community, creating exceptional cultivation and stewardship opportunities.
• Develop compelling funding propositions with colleagues, clinicians and researchers.
• Line manage and develop a Philanthropy Executive, supporting a collaborative and high‑performing fundraising culture.

• Significant experience securing six and seven-figure gifts, with a proven track record of delivering ambitious fundraising targets.
• Experience fundraising within the US market, including relationships with high-net-worth individuals, family offices, foundations and advisers.
• Strong understanding of US philanthropy, including tax‑efficient charitable giving and the role of 501(c)(3) organisations.
• Experience developing fundraising programmes or new markets, combining strategic planning with hands‑on delivery.
• Exceptional relationship‑building and influencing skills, with confidence engaging senior philanthropists, Board members and influential stakeholders.
• Strong collaboration and people management skills, with experience managing complex relationships and developing colleagues.

Experience in healthcare, medical research, higher education or international fundraising would be advantageous.

About the team

You ll join our ambitious Philanthropy team, working with high-net-worth individuals, charitable foundations and influential supporters to secure transformational investment in…