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Fundraising Manager
Salary: Up to £40,000 based on full time (pro rata for part time), dependent on experience and skills
Hours: Full time and part time will be considered.
Based at Ampleforth Abbey, Ampleforth, YO62 4EN
Closing date: Monday 17th August
Onsite Interviews: Week commencing 24th August
Benefits
Up to 8% employer-matched pension
Life assurance
Free lunch during working hours
Free on-site parking
20% discount at the Tea room and Abbey Shop
Cycle to Work Scheme
Christmas Closure
Historic Houses and Yorkshire Great Houses, Castles and Gardens passes to borrow
Employee Assistance programme
Retail savings platform
50% discount on fitness suite, swimming and other activities at St Albans Centre
About Ampleforth Abbey
Ampleforth Abbey is home to the UK's largest Benedictine monastic community, rooted in the Rule of St Benedict.
Our mission is to seek God through prayer and service, and to invite others to experience faith in action.
Located in the Howardian Hills near York, the Abbey sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and welcomes thousands of visitors each year to its Retreat Centre, Visitor Centre, Shop and Tea Room.
Ampleforth Abbey Trust, a registered charity, works alongside the monastic community to support this mission.
With around 60 lay staff, the Trust delivers on a five-year strategy, choosing a Future Together, to ensure a sustainable, faith-led future for the Abbey and its valley home.
We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Manager with excellent relationship management skills to help develop and sustainably grow our fundraising revenue.
You will develop and use stewardship tools to guide supporters through their individual giving journey, including cultivation plans, proposals and reports, managing donor communications and nurturing our community of support.
The Fundraising Manager will report to and work under the direction of the Head of Marketing, Communications & Development.
Main Responsibilities but not limited to:-
Develop a Fundraising Strategy in collaboration with the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development, to include individual giving, regular giving, legacies, partnerships and a supporter scheme.
Develop and manage an Individual Giving Programme, using multiple forms of donor acquisition, ensuring high quality donor care and the achievement of agreed targets.
Work with the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development to develop a Legacy Programme, managing the delivery of multichannel activities aiming to recruit, develop and maintain relationships with the public and our supporters for Legacy prospecting and outcomes.
Support the development of a major donor portfolio, ensuring successful engagement of high-level individual donors with a view to securing major gifts.
Manage the development and implementation of our corporate fundraising programme, building on current partnerships and securing new relationships with a range of partners.
Develop fundraising content and materials for a wide range of audiences and fundraising initiatives, ensuring that individual giving messaging is embedded across all touchpoints.
Plan and manage the delivery of major fundraising appeals and campaigns, including the management and delivery of fundraising events where appropriate.
Support the implementation and management of a fundraising database, ensuring high quality of data input and reporting.
Manage the fundraising budget in line with objectives and KPIs, reporting monthly to the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development.
Oversee donor communications and ensure excellent donor stewardship, including regular updates and responding to individual donor enquiries in a timely manner.
Develop, implement and manage supporter schemes for individuals and corporates, including recruitment, stewardship and the delivery of events.
Work alongside the Head of Marketing, Communications & Development to build and nurture relationships with both prospective and existing partners and donors to drive sustainable growth and maintain high levels of engagement.
Occasional joint working with colleagues at the St Lawrence Educational Trust on collaborative fundraising campaigns and initiatives.
Represent AAT at relevant networking events and conferences alongside the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development, to expand networks, gather market insights, and increase the organisation's community of support.
Ensure staff and volunteers have the information they need to deliver on their roles and support the overall fundraising strategy
Ensure all fundraising opportunities and applications align with, and are sensitive to, the Abbey's mission, values and monastic identity.
Ensure all fundraising activities are fully compliant, including data protection, Gift Aid, fundraising law and other relevance compliance issues.
Undertake any other reasonable duties required in line with capabilities, the needs of the company, and the wider group.
Experience
You will have:
Experienced fundraiser with 5+ years' experience
Experience of fundraising in a charity context
Experience of managing individual giving campaigns, including regular giving and legacies
Experience of developing and managing fundraising events and campaigns
Proven experience of excellent donor stewardship and managing supporter communications at all levels
Proven experience of working within the charity, and/or faith-based organisations
Effective planning, organisation, and time management
Member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (desirable)
Skills and Attributes
You will bring:
Technical
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire people at all levels
The ability to build, develop and maintain relationships with individuals, partners and major stakeholders to achieve and exceed targets
Strong influencing, negotiation and communication skills
Effective organisational skills and an ability to manage and meet priorities with varying deadlines
Financially literate with budget-management experience and the ability to track and report on fundraising income
Ability and confidence to present to internal and external audiences
Ability to write engaging, compelling copy for a range of audiences
Experience of using CRM databases for segmentation and reporting to achieve fundraising goals
Excellent Office 365 and IT skills
Strong project management skills, with a track record of delivering multiple projects simultaneously
A strong understanding of fundraising compliance and relevant legislation
Behavioural
Understands and is able to communicate the values of Ampleforth Abbey Trust
An empathy towards the work of the Monastic Community
Personal resilience and ability to respond positively to pressure
An agile, flexible and positive mindset
Creativity, innovation and the ability to think outside the box
Problem-solving abilities and clear thinking, with sound judgement; able to make effective decisions under pressure
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects and competing demands simultaneously.
Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment
Effective planning, organisation and time management
Integrity and diplomacy
Proactive style and work ethic
High professional standards, methodical and diligent, with a high attention to detail
Results-driven and goal-oriented mindset
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Type: Permanent Location: York, North Yorkshire, England
Start: Negotiable
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £40k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2026-08-07 09:37:58
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ASSISTANT MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTBRADFORDUp to £30,000 + BENEFITS
THE OPPORTUNITY A non-profit is looking to appoint an Assistant Management Accountant to join its finance team on a permanent, full-time basis.This is a varied role offering exposure to management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, budgeting, financial reporting and transactional finance.
You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, helping them understand financial information while ensuring income and expenditure are recorded accurately.The position would suit an AAT-qualified or part-qualified accountant with strong reconciliation and Excel skills who would like to continue developing within a supportive finance team.THE ASSISTANT MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT ROLE
Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts and completing assigned month-end tasks
Reconciling balance sheet accounts and investigating any differences
Monitoring income received through online donation and funding platforms
Ensuring donated funds are correctly recorded and allocated to the appropriate projects
Reconciling balances and transactions between different parts of the organisation
Maintaining accurate records for legacy income and liaising with relevant colleagues
Assisting with bank reconciliations and allocating income and expenditure correctly
Processing internal recharges and financial transfers
Contributing to annual budgets, forecasts and ongoing budget monitoring
Producing quarterly reports for specific projects and areas of activity
Preparing financial analysis to identify movements, trends and unusual transactions
Providing financial information and guidance to budget holders, project teams and other non-finance colleagues
Supporting Gift Aid administration, VAT returns and related reporting
Providing cover across purchase ledger, sales ledger, banking, cash management and income processing when required
Assisting with audit work, financial reviews and improvements to internal controls
Responding to finance queries accurately and within agreed timescales
Helping to improve finance processes and working practices
THE PERSON
Hold AAT Level 2 or above, with full AAT qualification desirable
Have experience working in a busy finance or office environment
Be confident completing detailed account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
Have strong Excel skills, including SUMIFS, VLOOKUP or XLOOKUP and PivotTables
Be able to review financial information and identify errors or unusual movements
Have excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
Be organised and able to manage weekly, monthly and quarterly deadlines
Communicate financial information clearly to finance and non-finance colleagues
Be comfortable working independently and using their own initiative
Take a practical approach to problem-solving and process improvement
Be able to build positive working relationships with colleagues across different locations
Previous experience within a charity or non-profit environment would be useful but is not essential.
Exposure to Gift Aid, VAT, donation platforms, fundraising systems or legacy income would also be beneficial.
TO APPLY This is an excellent opportunity to build broader accounting experience while working for an organisation that makes a positive difference.
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Type: Permanent Location: Bradford, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £30000.00 per annum + Great Benefits
Posted: 2026-08-04 17:58:47
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Fundraising Manager
Salary: Up to £40,000 based on full time (pro rata for part time), dependent on experience and skills
Hours: Full time and part time will be considered.
Based at Ampleforth Abbey, Ampleforth, YO62 4EN
Closing date: Monday 17th August
Onsite Interviews: Week commencing 24th August
Benefits
Up to 8% employer-matched pension
Life assurance
Free lunch during working hours
Free on-site parking
20% discount at the Tea room and Abbey Shop
Cycle to Work Scheme
Christmas Closure
Historic Houses and Yorkshire Great Houses, Castles and Gardens passes to borrow
Employee Assistance programme
Retail savings platform
50% discount on fitness suite, swimming and other activities at St Albans Centre
About Ampleforth Abbey
Ampleforth Abbey is home to the UK's largest Benedictine monastic community, rooted in the Rule of St Benedict.
Our mission is to seek God through prayer and service, and to invite others to experience faith in action.
Located in the Howardian Hills near York, the Abbey sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and welcomes thousands of visitors each year to its Retreat Centre, Visitor Centre, Shop and Tea Room.
Ampleforth Abbey Trust, a registered charity, works alongside the monastic community to support this mission.
With around 60 lay staff, the Trust delivers on a five-year strategy, choosing a Future Together, to ensure a sustainable, faith-led future for the Abbey and its valley home.
We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Manager with excellent relationship management skills to help develop and sustainably grow our fundraising revenue.
You will develop and use stewardship tools to guide supporters through their individual giving journey, including cultivation plans, proposals and reports, managing donor communications and nurturing our community of support.
The Fundraising Manager will report to and work under the direction of the Head of Marketing, Communications & Development.
Main Responsibilities but not limited to:-
Develop a Fundraising Strategy in collaboration with the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development, to include individual giving, regular giving, legacies, partnerships and a supporter scheme.
Develop and manage an Individual Giving Programme, using multiple forms of donor acquisition, ensuring high quality donor care and the achievement of agreed targets.
Work with the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development to develop a Legacy Programme, managing the delivery of multichannel activities aiming to recruit, develop and maintain relationships with the public and our supporters for Legacy prospecting and outcomes.
Support the development of a major donor portfolio, ensuring successful engagement of high-level individual donors with a view to securing major gifts.
Manage the development and implementation of our corporate fundraising programme, building on current partnerships and securing new relationships with a range of partners.
Develop fundraising content and materials for a wide range of audiences and fundraising initiatives, ensuring that individual giving messaging is embedded across all touchpoints.
Plan and manage the delivery of major fundraising appeals and campaigns, including the management and delivery of fundraising events where appropriate.
Support the implementation and management of a fundraising database, ensuring high quality of data input and reporting.
Manage the fundraising budget in line with objectives and KPIs, reporting monthly to the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development.
Oversee donor communications and ensure excellent donor stewardship, including regular updates and responding to individual donor enquiries in a timely manner.
Develop, implement and manage supporter schemes for individuals and corporates, including recruitment, stewardship and the delivery of events.
Work alongside the Head of Marketing, Communications & Development to build and nurture relationships with both prospective and existing partners and donors to drive sustainable growth and maintain high levels of engagement.
Occasional joint working with colleagues at the St Lawrence Educational Trust on collaborative fundraising campaigns and initiatives.
Represent AAT at relevant networking events and conferences alongside the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development, to expand networks, gather market insights, and increase the organisation's community of support.
Ensure staff and volunteers have the information they need to deliver on their roles and support the overall fundraising strategy
Ensure all fundraising opportunities and applications align with, and are sensitive to, the Abbey's mission, values and monastic identity.
Ensure all fundraising activities are fully compliant, including data protection, Gift Aid, fundraising law and other relevance compliance issues.
Undertake any other reasonable duties required in line with capabilities, the needs of the company, and the wider group.
Experience
You will have:
Experienced fundraiser with 5+ years' experience
Experience of fundraising in a charity context
Experience of managing individual giving campaigns, including regular giving and legacies
Experience of developing and managing fundraising events and campaigns
Proven experience of excellent donor stewardship and managing supporter communications at all levels
Proven experience of working within the charity, and/or faith-based organisations
Effective planning, organisation, and time management
Member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (desirable)
Skills and Attributes
You will bring:
Technical
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire people at all levels
The ability to build, develop and maintain relationships with individuals, partners and major stakeholders to achieve and exceed targets
Strong influencing, negotiation and communication skills
Effective organisational skills and an ability to manage and meet priorities with varying deadlines
Financially literate with budget-management experience and the ability to track and report on fundraising income
Ability and confidence to present to internal and external audiences
Ability to write engaging, compelling copy for a range of audiences
Experience of using CRM databases for segmentation and reporting to achieve fundraising goals
Excellent Office 365 and IT skills
Strong project management skills, with a track record of delivering multiple projects simultaneously
A strong understanding of fundraising compliance and relevant legislation
Behavioural
Understands and is able to communicate the values of Ampleforth Abbey Trust
An empathy towards the work of the Monastic Community
Personal resilience and ability to respond positively to pressure
An agile, flexible and positive mindset
Creativity, innovation and the ability to think outside the box
Problem-solving abilities and clear thinking, with sound judgement; able to make effective decisions under pressure
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects and competing demands simultaneously.
Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment
Effective planning, organisation and time management
Integrity and diplomacy
Proactive style and work ethic
High professional standards, methodical and diligent, with a high attention to detail
Results-driven and goal-oriented mindset
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Type: Permanent Location: York, North Yorkshire, England
Start: Negotiable
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £40k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2026-07-30 10:53:04
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Retail Store Support Manager
Location: Retail Head Office, Romford / Field Based Role
Starting Salary: £30,575 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week over 5 days
Ready to take the next step towards Area Management?
Are you a dynamic retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-site environment?
Do you have a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences whilst driving commercial success for a meaningful cause?
We are looking for a Retail Support Manager to play a vital role in ensuring our retail shops continue to thrive, provide hands-on leadership support across our store network when it's needed most.
What you'll do:
You will work closely with the Regional Manager to deliver high-quality retail performance, maximise income, and support our ambitious growth plans.
Travel across our stores to provide operational leadership, particularly covering vacancies, sickness, and annual leave.
You will lead by example on the shop floor, inspiring teams, maintaining excellent standards, and ensuring a positive experience for every customer and donor.
Support delivery of the retail strategy and contribute to income growth targets
Support local fundraising activities, promotions, and community engagement events
Promote Gift Aid, and provide coaching to teams on income generation
Support training and development, including coaching on commercial performance
Build strong relationships with staff, volunteers, and stakeholders
Deliver outstanding customer and donor experiences across all stores
About you:
Proven senior retail management experience (minimum 2 years)
Experience managing multiple sites and teams
A strong track record of delivering commercial results
Excellent leadership, communication, and people development skills
Strong organisational and planning ability, with a results-driven mindset
Experience working across operations, finance, and customer service
The ability to work flexibly, manage competing priorities, and adapt to change
Desirable:
Experience in charity retail and working with volunteers
Full UK driving licence
Why join us?
This is more than just a retail role; it's your chance to make a difference.
Every sale you make helps fund vital care and support for local people and their families.
You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive retail team, where you're encouraged to share ideas and grow in your career.
Plus, fantastic holiday entitlement starting with 27 days per year, plus birthday off and the store doesn't open Bank Holidays!
Amazing work/life balance plus you have the opportunity to utilise your amazing skills to make a difference!
Ready to make an impact in your local community? Apply now and be part of something truly rewarding.
By applying for this role, you are consenting for C2 Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations.
Your information will always be handled securely and professionally.
To view other great vacancies at C2 Recruitment, please visit our website.
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Type: Permanent Location: Romford, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £30575 per annum + Great Benefits
Posted: 2026-07-29 08:07:55
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Branch Manager
Hybrid working with travel across South East Somerset Salary c£35,000 per annum + Benefits
Lead with purpose.
Inspire people.
Drive change.
Are you an experienced senior leader looking for an opportunity to make a genuine difference?
Our charity partner is seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Branch Manager to lead the South East Somerset Branch.
This is a unique leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the future of a well-established charity dedicated to improving animal welfare across the local community.
Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic leadership across every aspect of the Branch, ensuring it is financially sustainable, operationally effective and well positioned for future growth.
About the Role
This is a varied and rewarding leadership position where you will oversee all Branch operations, including retail, animal welfare services, finance, fundraising, property, governance, compliance and people management.
Leading a team of experienced managers, you will create a positive, high-performing culture, develop new opportunities to grow income and ensure excellent standards of service across all Branch activities.
As the senior operational leader, you will also work in partnership with the Board of Trustees to deliver the Branch's strategic objectives, providing insight, advice and leadership to help shape its future.
About You
We are looking for an experienced leader who can demonstrate success in managing complex operations and developing high-performing teams.
You will be able to evidence experience in:
Senior operational or organisational leadership
Managing budgets and delivering strong financial performance
Leading, motivating and developing managers, staff and volunteers
Driving organisational performance and continuous improvement
Building effective relationships with senior stakeholders, Boards or Trustees
Developing new income opportunities and supporting long-term sustainability
Managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Experience within the charity sector, retail, charity retail or other customer-focused, multi-site organisations would be highly advantageous.
However, we are equally interested in hearing from candidates with transferable leadership experience who share the organisations values and are passionate about making a difference.
Why Join Us?
This is far more than a management role; it's an opportunity to lead an organisation that has a lasting impact on the lives of animals and the communities they serve.
You will work alongside dedicated Trustees, passionate colleagues and committed volunteers, helping to shape the future of the Branch while ensuring every decision supports the charitable mission.
If you are an inspiring leader with commercial awareness, strategic vision and a passion for creating positive change, we would love to hear from you.
Join us and help build a stronger future for animal welfare across South East Somerset.
By applying for this role, you are consenting for C2 Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations.
Your information will always be handled securely and professionally.
To view other great vacancies at C2 Recruitment, please visit our website.
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Type: Permanent Location: Yeovil, England
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £36000 per annum + Great Benefits
Posted: 2026-07-02 12:07:47
