Location: Hybrid | London (2 - 3 days per week onsite)
Type: Contract | 6 Months
Rate: £19 - £21 p/hr (PAYE)
Start Date: 22nd June 2026
We’re supporting our client in the search for a highly organised and proactive Principal Giving Officer to join a growing fundraising and advancement team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administration and stakeholder coordination experience who enjoys working in a professional, fast-paced environment. The role sits within a high-profile philanthropy team supporting major donor engagement and senior university leadership.
Responsibilities
* Draft professional correspondence on behalf of senior leadership and the fundraising team
* Coordinate diaries, meetings, donor visits, tours, and events
* Take meeting minutes and track follow-up actions
* Maintain accurate CRM records and supporter information
* Support information gathering and preparation for donor meetings and proposals
* Liaise with senior stakeholders and leadership offices
* Assist with campaign administration, reporting, and database updates
* Attend meetings on behalf of the team and communicate key actions
Experience & Skills Required
* Experience using CRM systems – ideally Blackbaud/Raiser’s Edge or other fundraising CRMs
* Previous administration or team support experience within a professional environment
* Strong written communication skills with the ability to draft polished emails and correspondence
* Experience managing diaries, inboxes, meetings, and records
* Strong Microsoft Office skills including Outlook, Word, and Excel
* Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to work independently, take initiative and comfortable managing multiple priorities
* Experience within higher education, fundraising, alumni relations, or charity environments would be highly beneficial
Salary description
£19.00 - £21.00 per hour