Department/team: Philanthropy and Partnerships
Annual leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays).
Interview dates:
1. First stage – Wednesday 5th and Friday 7th March (via MS Teams).
2. Second stage (in-person at our Aldgate, London office) - Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th March.
Benefits:
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental pay family-friendly policies.
* 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) or opportunity to continue NHS pension.
* Free health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children.
* 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors.
* Free, confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash).
* Access to a wellbeing app.
* Flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more.
* Learning and development opportunities including bespoke training and access to LinkedIn Learning, with a commitment to employee health and wellbeing.
* We have a Menopause Friendly accreditation and are a Disability Confident employer.
About us
Every three minutes someone in the UK develops dementia: a progressive and complex condition that can be devastating for the whole family. One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime, either by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both.
Dementia UK is the specialist dementia nursing charity that is there for the whole family. Our specialist nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, provide free, expert advice, support and understanding to help families care for their loved ones. Every day, Admiral Nurses help families up and down the country to have the best life possible, for as long as possible.
About the role
We are seeking a passionate and strategic Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships to join our team and play a pivotal role in developing and delivering Dementia UK’s strategy for building strong, sustainable partnerships with corporates, major donors, and trusts.
Leading the Philanthropy & Partnerships team, you will drive effective prospecting and outstanding supporter stewardship, maximising income generation in the short, medium, and long term. You will develop the overall team strategy and operational plans for corporate, trust, and major donor fundraising, ensuring the successful cultivation of profitable, multi-year relationships with companies, trusts, and high-net-worth individuals.
As a senior leader, you will collaborate with the CEO/Chief Admiral Nurse, Director of Clinical Services, clinical staff, trustees, and volunteers to effectively showcase Dementia UK’s impact, engaging new supporters and deepening relationships with existing ones. You will cultivate a high-performing team culture, inspiring staff to exceed targets while providing strong leadership and professional development. Additionally, you will work closely across the organisation, partnering with Marketing & Communications to enhance brand visibility and supporting Policy, Campaigns, and Public Affairs initiatives to drive greater influence and engagement.
The ideal candidate will have significant experience in major donor, corporate, and trust fundraising, with a proven track record of growing income and securing substantial gifts through senior relationship management. You will have expertise in developing and implementing fundraising strategies, translating them into clear operational plans with defined KPIs and risk management. As an experienced leader, you will provide direction, motivation, and effective line management to the team, ensuring their development and success. A deep understanding of supporter motivations and the ability to create engaging, tailored communications will be essential in inspiring and strengthening donor relationships.
If this sounds like you, join us in making a difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
Our culture
In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It’s important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia.
Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion.
Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always.
Dementia UK is a Disability Confident Employer. If you’d like support to make an application, contact the recruitment team.
By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK.
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