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Join to apply for the Prospect Research Manager role at Zoological Society of London (ZSL)18 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Prospect Research Manager role at Zoological Society of London (ZSL)At ZSL, we are working to restore wildlife and create a world where nature thrives. To achieve this bold vision, we rely on the support of an engaged and growing community of philanthropists who share our passion for protecting the natural world. The Prospect Research Manager will be instrumental in identifying and unlocking the potential of these supporters.This strategic role sits at the heart of our Development team, building and maintaining a data-led pipeline of high-impact donors to advance ZSLs conservation science, fieldwork, and education. By leading on prospect research, philanthropic analysis, and network mapping, the postholder will help ensure ZSLs fundraising efforts are focused, proactive, and aligned with our organisational priorities.Following the implementation of a new CRM system, the Prospect Research Manager will also play a key role in embedding best practices in data management and prospecting across the team. From crafting research tools to spotting new funding opportunities, this role will directly support the success of ZSLs fundraising programmes and, ultimately, our mission to save wildlife around the world.This is a part-time role, with the option of working either 2 days (15 hours) or 3 days (21.5 hours) per week. We are happy to offer flexibility across the working week, and the specific days and schedule can be agreed with the successful candidate to ensure a good fit for both the individual and the team.There is an expectation to attend the office once per week as well as any required in person meetings.The full-time equivalent (FTE) salary for this role is 36,750, which equates to a pro-rata salary of:14,700 for 15 hours per week21,045 for 21.5 hours per weekKey responsibilities:Prospect Research & Pipeline Development: Conduct high-quality, targeted prospect research to identify and support new fundraising opportunities across ZSLs priority income streams: institutional fundraising, individual giving, and corporate partnerships.Strategic Prospect Development: Collaborate with the leadership team to shape and implement a robust prospect development strategy that aligns with ZSLs organisational goals and long-term fundraising ambitions.Insightful Donor Intelligence: Create detailed research briefings, biographies, and insight reports to support donor cultivation, stewardship, and strategic engagement planning.Tools, Processes & Compliance: Support the continuous improvement of prospect management tools and systems, ensuring data accuracy, regulatory compliance, and adherence to relevant codes of practice.Experience in wealth screening, capacity assessment and affinity analysis to provide propensity scoring.Knowledge of data protection regulations and how it applies to prospect research and development (e.g. GDPR and the Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice).Experience of successfully implementing a prospect development strategy to support increasing and diversifying income.Proven experience in identifying and conducting detailed research on high-net-worth individuals, trusts and corporates for the higher education / charity sector.Evidenced track record of supporting fundraisers with insights in fundraising to achieve six or seven figure donations.Experience of using databases within fundraising for prospect management and reporting and making appropriate data management recommendations (Tessitura would be an advantage).Knowledge of the principles of philanthropic analysis, relationship mapping and connections, and what makes a good fundraising prospect.Demonstrable ability to engage, share expertise, and appropriately challenge senior stakeholders, including CEO with strong interpersonal skills and discretion.This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including the candidate''s right to work in the UK.We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds and celebrate the value of having a team of employees with diverse skills, experiences, and heritage. We are committed to ensuring our teams can bring their authentic selves to work without fear of discrimination. ZSL has active equality networks for our staff with lived experience and those who provide active allyship in Race and Culture, Team Pride, Disability Network, and Menopause Network, complemented by our strategic EDI Steering Group.Were ZSL, an international conservation charity. Through our unrivalled animal experts in our two zoos (London Zoo and Whipsnade Zoo), the work of our pioneering scientists, our dedicated conservationists, our purpose is to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wild animals going extinct. Our vision is a world where wildlife thrives and were working every day to achieve this. From investigating the health threats facing animals, to helping people and wildlife live alongside each other, we are committed to bringing wildlife back from the brink of extinction.What do we offer?At ZSL, we are proud of our approach to employee benefits. Our benefits include:Our vision and purpose - youll work alongside colleagues who are passionate about science-led conservation, knowing that you will help us to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wildlife going extinctPension scheme -we offer a generous pension scheme with up to 12% contributory pensionFlexible working - talk to us about your flexible working requirements and we will do everything we can to make sure you work in a way that suits youHolidays - 25 days annual leave allowance, plus UK bank holidaysWellbeing - access to a blended programme of wellbeing initiatives, including confidential access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgrammeLife assurance - eligible employees will be enrolled in ZSLs life assurance scheme from their first dayComplimentary tickets - annual allocation of Whipsnade Zoo and London Zoo tickets, with a 30% discount in online and retail shopsCycle2Work - our cycle to work scheme enables you to lease a bicycleSeason ticket loan - we offer an interest free loan for eligibly London-based employees to buy a season ticket for travel between home and workFamily friendly policies - we offer enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption packagesNB: We reserve the right to close our advertisement early or extend the advertising date until a suitable candidate has been found.Seniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typePart-timeJob functionJob functionResearch, Analyst, and Information TechnologyIndustriesNon-profit OrganizationsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Zoological Society of London (ZSL) by 2xGet notified about new Research Manager jobs in Regents Park, New South Wales, Australia.Research Operations and Governance ManagerRandwick, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoChatswood, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoSenior Manager, Business Insights & AnalyticsSydney, New South Wales, Australia A$160,000.00-A$230,000.00 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoSenior Manager, Business Insights & AnalyticsNorth Ryde, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoResearch Operations and Governance ManagerSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoSenior Manager, Group Investment InsightsSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoChatswood, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoManager - Customer Success - Energy / Power Transition- Data / Research SaaSChatswood, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoClient Manager - Account Management | Project Delivery | Insights | LeadershipSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoWestmead, New South Wales, Australia 21 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 months agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoFirst Line Assurance Insights Senior Manager [12M FTC]Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoMillers Point, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoProduction Manager (Electronic Device Development)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoNational Category Manager - Opex & LogisticsSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoNational Category Manager - Equipment & MaintenanceSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoMount Druitt, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoMacquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoLiverpool, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoSenior Research Manager/ Associate Director, Advisors Research Center-R-251029St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoDirector - Research & Advisory (Vendors)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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