Deputy Director of Development
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Job Description
This permanent, full-time position is for a Deputy Director of Development within the DARO team. The role involves strategic ownership of major gifts, regular giving, and legacy giving programs, as well as managing a portfolio of major donors. Key requirements include experience in shaping complex fundraising, developing high-performing teams, and strong stakeholder engagement skills.
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Key Responsibilities
- You'll also carry your own portfolio of major donors and prospects, securing support for the transformational gifts that advance our education, research and societal impact.
Requirements
- Experience of shaping complex fundraising or income-generating activity, with accountability for strategy, delivery and impact.
- Experience in developing high-performing teams, approached with openness, curiosity and a readiness to explore new perspectives.
- Effective relationship-building, influencing and communication skills, with experience engaging senior stakeholders and external partners.
- A thoughtful, evidence-based approach to strategic planning, using data and insight to guide pipeline management.
- Leadership and relationship-building skills are developed in all kinds of careers.
- If your background is in sales, business development, client relationship management or consultancy, you could be who we're looking for.
- What matters is your ability to connect with people, understand their motivations and turn that into lasting commitment.
Benefits
- A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
- A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
- You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website
- Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
About This Position
When do applications close for this position?
Applications for Deputy Director of Development at University of Nottingham close on 31 October 2026. Make sure your application reaches the university's recruitment system before the deadline — late submissions are generally not accepted.
What does this position pay?
The advertised salary for this role is GBP 59,966 – 73,686. The final offer within the band depends on qualifications and experience, as set by University of Nottingham's enterprise agreement.
Where is this position based?
The position is based at University of Nottingham, in Jubilee, GB. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.
How do I apply for this job?
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