Senior Development Manager

Sevenoaks School Foundation is seeking an ambitious and experienced Senior Development Manager to lead relationships with major donors and secure significant five- and six-figure gifts in support of the transformational Sevenoaks 600 campaign. Working with alumni, parents, trusts and supporters worldwide, you will develop compelling fundraising strategies, cultivate philanthropic partnerships and help grow the School’s £100 million endowment for future generations. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile campaign, combining relationship management, strategic fundraising and donor stewardship within a dynamic and growing Foundation team. Please see the Job Description for more details. If you wish to be considered for this role and would like an initial conversation, please contact Rebecca Black, Deputy Director on rlb@sevenoaksschool.org. To apply, please send a copy of your updated CV of no more than two pages and covering letter of no more than two pages outlining how your experience meets the criteria for the role to humanresources@sevenoaksschool.org. At Sevenoaks School our mission is to ensure that students secure their full potential. We prepare young people for life in a modern, global society and seek to provide every student with excellent role models. Having a diverse staff enhances our school community and we warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Sevenoaks School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and therefore, the offer of employment is subject to the satisfactory completion of a number of background checks including but not limited to an enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred list check, the taking up and verification of references and the verification of career history and fitness to undertake the role, as well as an online check. Registered Charity No. 1101358.