Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships

About the Charity

Every day, London's Air Ambulance Charity brings hope to critically injured patients when they need us most. Working alongside the NHS, our advanced trauma team delivers life‑saving care across London, made possible entirely by the generosity of our supporters.

We're entering an exciting new chapter. Following the success of our capital appeal, we're investing in our philanthropy and partnerships programme with the ambition to become a world leader in philanthropic giving and to double our high‑value income over the next five years.

We’re seeking an exceptional Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships to lead this transformation. This is a strategic leadership role with responsibility for a £2.7m portfolio spanning major donors, corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations. You will shape and deliver an ambitious multi‑year strategy, build innovative funding models focused on clinical innovation and research, and create transformational relationships that drive long‑term sustainable growth.

• Lead and inspire a high‑performing philanthropy and partnerships team.
• Secure transformational gifts and strategic partnerships.
• Champion innovation, data‑led decision making and exceptional supporter experiences.
• Personally steward some of our most influential supporters and prospects.
• Influence organisational strategy and help position London's Air Ambulance Charity as a sector leader in modern philanthropy.

You will be an inspiring people leader, a strategic thinker and a confident ambassador who thrives on building meaningful relationships and delivering lasting impact.

Hybrid working for most roles, with time split between our offices at Mansell Street or The Royal London Hospital and remote work. Flexible working arrangements for most roles, with a 35‑hour working week (for full‑time employees) and core hours of 10:00‑16:00.

A collaborative culture built around our values: compassionate, courageous and pioneering.

• A commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging, supported by our employee‑led network.
• 27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part‑time employees).
• Additional office closure between Christmas and New Year, giving you an extra three days leave each year.
• Additional annual leave awarded for long service.
• One day’s paid moving leave each year.
• One day’s paid volunteering leave each year to support causes that matter to you.
• Compassionate leave.
• Enhanced sick pay, providing up to five weeks full pay in a rolling 12‑month period from day one of employment.
• Access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, offering support for emotional, financial and legal matters, plus a wellbeing app.
• Generous pension scheme with a 10% employer contribution when you contribute 5%.
• Medicash health cash plan, helping you claim back the cost of everyday healthcare expenses.
• Access to a wide range of employee discounts through sites including Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and Perks at Work.
• Season ticket loan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.