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Head of Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships


Company : Missing People


Location : Alton,


Created : 2026-01-29


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Head of Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships South West London (Central Office is based in Mortlake 12 mins from Clapham Junction and 23 mins from Waterloo). Contract: Permanent. Head of Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships National Charity Part time 28 hours per week. Contract: Permanent. ABOUT US Missing People exists to ease the heartache experienced by those missing someone, and to help people who are away from home find their way back to safety. Our vision is for every missing child, adult and family left behind to find help, hope and a safe way to reconnect. We are a nonjudgemental, highly skilled team of staff and volunteers working for everyone who needs us. We provide free, confidential support, help and advice by phone, email, text and live chat. Missing People is an independent charity that relies on donations. You can read about our vital work in our latest Impact Report . THE IMPACT YOU WILL HAVE You will be a forwardlooking and collaborative Head of Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships, a vital role as we enter an exciting new phase for the charity. Youll be joining a talented and dedicated team focused on delivering our new and exciting strategy. As the Head of Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships you will inspire, and lead, income generation from corporate partnerships and philanthropists, building on a step change, delivering ambitious future income growth. Working as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will also contribute to Missing Peoples strategy and plans. This key role will lead growing income streams currently worth a combined 1.1 million per year, plus an incredible ongoing partnership worth 1 million per annum. The roles focus will be continued growth at an even faster rate. You will lead a stepchange in income that directly drives the charitys ability to be there for people who are missing and those who love them. You will lead and line manage established and highperforming teams, creating the culture for them to deliver their very best. As a senior leader you will take a key role in departmentwide development, culture, planning and delivery as well as influencing charitywide and externally. ABOUT YOU Significant experience leading growth (i.e. 500k+ increase) in income in both, or one of, philanthropy or corporate partnerships Experience of directly securing and managing high value support and partnerships Experience of successfully preparing others to also secure such support Experience of leading and developing high performing teams of fundraisers High level of experience of using Raisers Edge, or equivalent fundraising database Experience of developing and implementing fundraising plans, products and events Sound understanding of the voluntary sector as well as regulatory framework for fundraising Right to work in the UK. WHAT WE OFFER Working for Missing People means living our values. Its a place where people are encouraged to let fly so you can make things happen. We know youre more than just a job title, and be human is an important value here. For further details, please see attached job description/person specification and letter to applicants. HOW TO APPLY Please include your CV and a brief supporting statement that demonstrates how you are a good fit for this role. We look forward to receiving your application. Closing date 23:59 on 8th February 2026 Interviews Week commencing 16th February 2026 Apply now HOURS 28 hours per week. Some out of office hours work will be required. Benefits Missing People offers the below benefits: 28 days annual leave per annum / pro rata plus statutory holidays on appointment. Additional annual leave days awarded on length of service Company pension contribution Life insurance (3 x salary) Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including 24/7 support helpline Interestfree Season Ticket Loans Additional maternity pay and leave Additional paternity pay Additional sick pay *available after probation period passed #J-18808-Ljbffr