Fundraising Administrator

Title: Fundraising Administrator (Principal Giving Officer)

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 Fundraising Administrator (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.