Prospect Researcher

Job title: Prospect ResearcherLocation: North East England - fully remoteSalary: £14.84p/h plus holiday payContract: temporary Duration: 12 monthsHours: 30 hours a week (4 days) flexible working hoursClosing date: Friday 19 JulyDo you have experience in Prospect Researcher, Research and Information Officer or a similar role?Are you ready to enhance fundraising and alumni engagement efforts for a leading Russell Group university?Be part of a leading UK university of 27,750 students from over 130 countries. Recognised for its research excellence in medicine, science and engineering, social sciences, and the humanities, the University is committed to addressing key societal challenges through its world-leading research and teaching in health, culture, technology, and the environment. Join a forward-thinking Advancement Team responsible for fundraising, donation management, and alumni engagement. Your role will be pivotal in supporting financial aid, recent graduate support, and cutting-edge research through targeted fundraising initiatives.This role is fully remote and offers flexible working arrangements. He role is predominately focusing on due diligence and report writing however you will be required to conduct prospect research and rating.As a Prospect Researcher you will be responsible for:Research Strategy: Develop and implement a research strategy to optimise fundraising efforts.Prospect Identification: Source and evaluate potential donors to guide fundraising activities.Reporting: Maintain a robust reporting system to measure and improve fundraising success.Compliance: Ensure adherence to data protection legislation and ethical donation policies.Training: Provide guidance on ethical fundraising practices to internal teams.What you will need to be successful in the role:Previous experience as a Prospect Researcher or a similar role in higher education or not for profit sectorA high level of accuracy and excellent attention Experience of planning, designing and delivering effective management reportsAn excellent understanding of data protection legislation and the requirements of compliance with these policies