Senior Prospect Research Manager

The Talent Set are delighted to partner with Breast Cancer Now to recruit for a fantastic Senior Prospect Research Manager. With a bold ambition to transform high-value income over the next five years, including the launch of a landmark £50 million Campaign, they are investing in the Prospect Research function to sit at the heart of their newly formed High Value Partnerships & Campaigns directorate.

This is a pivotal role, evolving prospect research from a reactive service into a strategic driver of growth. You ll lead on identifying and recommending prospects at the six, seven and eight figure level with the potential to make a transformational impact, spanning across high-net-worth individuals, corporates and trusts and foundations in the UK and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive research on high-value audiences, including HNWI, UHNWI, corporates, and trusts and foundations, to generate actionable insights for fundraising campaigns.
• Develop and implement innovative methodologies for prospect identification, moving from reactive to proactive research practices.
• Collaborate closely with campaign teams, attending meetings where appropriate to gather first-hand information and enhance prospect strategies.
• Utilise specialist tools such as LexisNexis and network mapping platforms to gather, analyse, and present detailed prospect profiles.
• Provide detailed reports supporting senior leadership and trustees, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail in line with organisational standards.
• Drive a culture of ownership within the research team, encouraging proactive prospect identification to underpin pipeline growth.
• Support the development of streamlined processes that simplify and amplify fundraiser activities, including event and campaign support through targeted research.
• Line manage a dedicated team of two, fostering a high-performing, proactive team environment.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in prospect research within a charitable or fundraising context, ideally supporting major campaigns.
• Demonstrable ability to shift research practices from reactive to proactive approaches, with a focus on pipeline development.
• Excellent attention to detail with a track record of delivering accurate, high-quality reports for senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in research tools such as LexisNexis and network mapping platforms.
• Capable of thinking creatively about process improvements to make fundraising teams work more efficient.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, whilst collaborating effectively across teams.
• Commitment to fostering a proactive, high-performance culture within the research function.
• Experience in managing or scaling research functions and facilitating cultural change is highly advantageous.

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Closing Date: Friday 3rd October

1st stage Interviews: Tuesday 14th October

2nd stage Interviews: Monday 22nd October

Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.