Grants and Trusts Manager

You are an experienced grants, trusts and foundations fundraiser who knows how to turn strong relationships into long-term partnerships and sustainable income. You bring strategic thinking, excellent bid writing skills and the ability to inspire others to achieve ambitious goals.
This is an opportunity to lead a talented team, grow income from charitable trusts and foundations, and help deliver meaningful impact for people affected by motor neurone disease (MND). Working closely with colleagues across the MND Association, you will develop compelling funding opportunities, strengthen funder relationships and ensure supporters can clearly see the difference their investment makes.
Main Responsibilities
Lead the identification, development and growth of a portfolio of trusts, foundations and grant funders, securing significant income opportunities
Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, delivering excellent stewardship and engagement
Lead and support the Trusts team to develop high-quality, persuasive funding applications and reports
Identify and develop new funding opportunities, strengthening the pipeline of prospective supporters
Work collaboratively across the MND Association to develop compelling funding propositions
Ensure a joined-up approach to funder engagement across fundraising teams
Monitor grant agreements and ensure reporting requirements are met on time and to a high standard
Manage budgets, income forecasting and performance reporting
Champion accurate donor and relationship management through effective use of fundraising systems
About You
Proven experience of securing income from charitable grants, trusts and foundations
Success in developing funding applications from concept through to securing funding
Evidence of bid writing from concept to the point of securing funding
Experience leading, motivating and developing a high-performing team
Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders
Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
Strong financial and analytical skills, including pipeline development and income forecasting
Experience managing budgets, resources and fundraising databases
Hybrid working Expectations:  1 day per week office attendance London or Northampton
Further information about working for the MND Association and full job description is available in the attached Candidate Pack.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.

What We Offer
28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays
Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies
24/7 GP access via phone and video
Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines
Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave)
Access to  Benefit Hub  for discounts on everyday shopping
Enhanced pension scheme
Opportunities for training and personal development
Hybrid working
About Us
Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND.?

We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We're here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.