Head of Major Gifts (Individuals)

£63,756 - £70,236 per annum

(We normally offer a starting salary at the start of the range)

Full-time (37.5h) / Permanent

Based: Islington, London – hybrid working

Closing date: 14 May 2026

Location: Islington, London. We aim to create an environment where everyone can contribute to the best of their abilities. Our hybrid working approach brings together the benefits of both office-based and remote working in an inclusive way. For this role, you’ll be expected to work from our Islington office at least 40% of the time each week. Reasonable adjustments will be made to support individual needs.

Greenpeace UK is an independent national/regional organisation within the global Greenpeace campaigning network, which acts to change attitudes and behaviour, to protect and conserve the environment and to promote peace. The global network of Greenpeace organisations comprises 26 independent national/regional Greenpeace organisations with presence in over 55 countries across Europe, Africa, the Americas, Asia and the Pacific, as well as a coordinating and supporting organisation, Greenpeace International.

The Fundraising Department at Greenpeace UK (GPUK) provides reliable levels of income to sufficiently meet the organisation’s campaigning ambitions and provide confidence for long term campaign planning. This funding gives the campaign teams the flexibility they need to deliver on our ambition, meaning that the majority of the money raised is unrestricted. The Department play a key role in shaping Greenpeace UK’s communications to our supporters and the world outside.

The Key Relationships programme sits at the heart of Greenpeace UK’s fundraising, securing the philanthropic investment that powers its campaigning work. The team raises around £15–16 million annually from major donors, trusts and foundations, and legacies, contributing significantly to the organisation’s wider fundraising income of approximately £37 million.

The Individual Major Gifts programme is a core part of this, driving income from high-value supporters including high-net-worth individuals and family foundations. Sitting within a collaborative structure alongside trusts and foundations, it reflects the increasingly blended nature of donor giving.

We are now seeking a Head of Major Gifts (Individuals) to lead this important area. Reporting to the Deputy Fundraising Director, Key Relationships, you will jointly lead the major gifts function alongside the Head of Major Gifts (Trusts & Foundations), combining strategic leadership with hands-on fundraising.

This is a pivotal moment to join. A key priority will be leading Greenpeace UK’s contribution to a high-profile global capital campaign to raise €100 million, helping fund a pioneering fossil fuel–free ship and accelerate climate and biodiversity work.

You’ll have:

• Significant experience in senior-level major gifts fundraising with a track record of securing six- and seven-figure gifts.

• Experience of leading fundraising strategy and delivering sustained income growth.

• Demonstrated experience of leading, developing, and motivating teams, with a proven track record of achieving high performance.

• Experience of working with senior stakeholders, trustees, and high-net-worth individuals.

• Strong understanding of international or capital campaign fundraising, with direct experience a distinct advantage.

• Experience of managing budgets and meeting ambitious financial targets.

• Knowledge of, or experience working in, the environmental, climate, or biodiversity sectors is a distinct advantage to enable credible and insightful engagement with expert colleagues, partners and donors

To Apply:

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Closing Date: 14 May 2026