Fundraiser (Corporate)

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Fundraiser (Corporate) The closing date is 14 December 2025 The post of Fundraiser (Corporate) is an important link between the hospital charity and local business. The post holder will be responsible for managing a corporate fundraising programme that works with companies and employees to raise funds for the Trust's charity. The purpose of this role is to build a pipeline of high value corporate prospects, increasing engagement with commercial partners to generate funds and agreed targets. The post holder must be inventive and highly organised in order to initiate and then deliver highly successful corporate fundraising activities, including events, employee fundraising and cause-related marketing partnerships. Working closely with groups and individuals, the ideal candidate will have an outgoing personality, keen for direct contact with people, good at motivating and self-confident. Main duties of the job Work to design, deliver and evaluate a corporate fundraising programme. Work to develop a network of volunteer corporate fundraisers, providing them with all the fundraising support they require, including provision of fundraising materials, attending events and offering advice and guidance. Be the first point of contact for all corporate fundraising enquiries and manage these empathically and professionally with the understanding that initial queries may involve volunteers sharing sensitive information around the reasons for wanting to fundraise. Cultivate & develop relationships with local businesses to develop a business partnership programme. Work to design, deliver and evaluate a corporate events fundraising programme in partnership with the wider charity team. To present to existing corporate supporters a wide portfolio of offerings to secure sponsorship, cause related marketing, commercial participation, in kind support and employee fundraising opportunities to attract new business. This is an outline of the role and responsibilities. From time to time due to the needs of the service, we may ask you to flexibly undertake other duties that are consistent with your role and banding, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover. About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust. Candidate Pack Job responsibilities This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route under the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, must be able to evidence a minimum of 5 years experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship. Work to design, deliver and evaluate a corporate fundraising programme. Work to develop a network of volunteer corporate fundraisers, providing them with all the fundraising support they require, including provision of fundraising materials, attending events and offering advice and guidance. Be the first point of contact for all corporate fundraising enquiries and manage these empathically and professionally with the understanding that initial queries may involve volunteers sharing sensitive information around the reasons for wanting to fundraise. Cultivate & develop relationships with local businesses to develop a business partnership programme. Work to design, deliver and evaluate a corporate events fundraising programme in partnership with the wider charity team. To present to existing corporate supporters a wide portfolio of offerings to secure sponsorship, cause related marketing, commercial participation, in kind support and employee fundraising opportunities to attract new business. Ensure that all activities comply with the Trusts Charity Ethics Policy and that all conflicts of interests are managed. Contribute to annual budgets, targets and plans as agreed with the Head of Fundraising and Communications and contribute to the planning process for Corporate Fundraising. Work with the charity's communications team to ensure all corporate fundraising activities are maximised in terms of promotion and dissemination. Manage and report all gifts in kind to the hospital and to the Finance Division. Attend and assist at charity events as directed by the Head of Fundraising and Communications these will include weekend and evening hours. Represent the charity positively and professionally at all times. Be fully aware of the charity's fundraising activities, appeal plans and other charitable activities. Understand and adhere to the data protection and freedom of information acts, including the new GDPR regulations. Communication Use various communication methods to promote, motivate and persuade companies and employees to participate in fundraising activities. Work closely with the charity's communications team to ensure all fundraising material is up to date and adheres to the Code of Fundraising Practice, and that all literature produced by the charity's communications team is met with charity approval. Work with the charity communications team to ensure the work of corporate fundraisers is communicated accurately and appropriately. Work with the charity fundraising team to ensure corporate fundraising related charity merchandise is stocked and distributed accordingly. Administrative corporate fundraising and events Capture all corporate fundraising and event-related supporter information within the charity database and maintain accurate records of these. Ensure that accurate and up to date corporate fundraiser records are maintained and are accessible, including event details, fundraising pages, and charity-supplied fundraising collateral. Ensure that all data is handled confidentially and with regard to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), especially records relating to companies and employees. Other duties Maintain excellent, co-operative and supportive relationships with hospital staff, volunteers and staff from charities supporting the hospital. Carry out any other reasonable duties commensurate with the role and delegated or requested by the manager or supervisor, as required. The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the charity. Person Specification Educated to degree level or equivalent level of work experience Knowledge of corporate fundraising techniques Excellent IT skills: Microsoft Office, Adobe design software or equivalent. Experience of organising events with high value donations from £5k-£250k. Evidence of understanding of EDI and its application Qualification or equivalent experience in non-profit fundraising and business development; events management or any other relevant subject area Experience within an NHS or public sector organisation or equivalent large, complex organisation. Experience of risk management systems, e.g. DATIX or EVOTIX Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) #J-18808-Ljbffr