About the Queen’s Club Foundation Based at The Queen’s Club in London, The QCF is a national charity delivering outreach projects across Hammersmith & Fulham and beyond. The QCF provides free coaching to improve lives through racket sports. The QCF flagship project is the community club programme which provides high quality inclusive coaching to hundreds of adults and children in the local area. Role Overview We are seeking a passionate and experienced Fundraising Lead to join our team. This is a part-time, permanent position working two days per week, with one day remote. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in securing funds to support the Foundation’s initiatives through various fundraising activities, grant applications, and donor engagement. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong fundraising background, particularly in grant funding and donor management, to make a significant impact in a small yet ambitious organisation. Key Responsibilities • Work closely with the Head of Foundation to develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that aligns with the Foundation’s goals. • Create an annual fundraising plan in accordance with the agreed strategy. • Lead on identifying, researching, and applying for grant funding from a variety of sources, ensuring that applications are timely, accurate, and well-structured. • Cultivate relationships with high-net-worth individuals, securing major donations to support the Foundation’s programmes. • Oversee and manage the QCF Friends Scheme, ensuring regular donations are maintained and donors are engaged. • Oversee and manage the QCF Legacy Scheme and Major Donors Schemes. • Ensure proper handling and maximisation of Gift Aid opportunities. • Plan and execute fundraising engagement activities designed to generate funds and awareness for the Foundation. These may include events at The Club. • Oversee and maximise the opportunity for fundraising for the QCF during the tournament. • Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing donors while developing new relationships to expand the donor base. • Provide regular reports on fundraising activity and targets to both the HoF and to the QCF Board. • Qualifications and Experience • Minimum of 7 years of experience in fundraising, with a proven track record of securing funding through grants and major donations. • Strong grant writing and application skills, excellent communication and relationship-building abilities, and experience managing fundraising events. • Demonstrable experience working with high-net-worth individuals and managing regular donor schemes (such as Friends schemes). • A thorough understanding of Gift Aid regulations and processes. • Ability to work both remotely and on-site, with potential for an increase in hours as the role grows. Key Attributes • Proactive and driven, with a passion for supporting sports development through impactful fundraising. • Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. • Collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a small team. Benefits • Access to a pension scheme and sick pay. • Use of the Queen’s Club canteen and car parking facilities (subject to availability, excluding periods when the car park is closed for tournament preparations) • An opportunity to work closely with the Queen's Club, gaining exposure to unique opportunities and exciting events, both in the lead-up to and during the tournament. NOTE: This job description is not exhaustive, and you may be required to undertake additional duties as directed by the Head of Foundation to support the ongoing needs of the charity.