Hours of work: This role is 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday with the very occasional evening or weekend for Events. Location of work: Hybrid, home-based or hospice-based (an initial hospice-based period is required for onboarding and familiarisation with the team and our mission). About the role Some of the key responsibilities include (but not limited to): Clearly communicating the charitys funding needs to potential funders through high-quality funding applications, face-to-face meetings, and other communications. Building strong, long-term relationships with funders through regular updates, written feedback, and networking opportunities. Conducting in-depth research to identify funding needs, particularly for core income, and collaborating with Rainbows care team leaders on funding requirements. Producing high-quality reports for funders to demonstrate the impact of their contributions and nurture ongoing support. Further responsibilities in the role of a Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser at Rainbows Hospice, can be found by downloading the Job Description. Requirements Experience: Proven success in trusts or major gift fundraising. Relationship Building: Skilled in developing relationships and securing funds from trusts, foundations, or individual donors. Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences. Attention to Detail: High levels of accuracy, consistency, and meticulous attention to detail. Motivation: Self-starter with initiative and the ability to work independently. Further requirements can be found by downloading the Person Specification. Our Benefits include: Free onsite parking at the Hospice, Lark Rise, Loughborough. Hybrid, Home or Hospice working location (Need to be in the Hospice to start with). Eligibility to join blue light card discount scheme. Bupa Cashback plan. Life Assurance. 27 days holiday plus bank holidays. Access to occupational health. Contributory pension scheme or Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme. Affordable meals at the Hospice, Lark Rise, Loughborough. Free Tea, Coffee and Fruit whilst at the Hospice Free access to Health Assured employee assistance programme Wellbeing support and access to Mental Health First Aiders Unofficial benefits: Fun events like Total Wipe Out, All staff away days, Guest visitors If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, wed love to hear from you! For further information about this role and the responsibilities please contact Hannah Tee, Trust & Philanthropy Manager, on Hannah.Tee@rainbows.co.uk To apply for the role please click apply now to complete an online application form. If you require an alternative method of applying or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments further, please contact the people team at recruitment@rainbows.co.uk This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and barring Service Check) and pre-employment checks.