Legacy Fundraiser

Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity is the principal charity of the Royal Navy. We are at the heart of supporting our Royal Navy, Royal Marines and Royal Fleet Auxiliary personnel and their families, past, present and future. If you would like to contribute to a world in which our sailors, marines, and their families are valued and supported for life, we want to hear from you.

• Role: Legacy Fundraiser
• Hours: 18 hours per week
• Location: HMS Excellent, Whale Island, Portsmouth PO2 8ER
• Salary: £16,000 - £17,500 (FTE £31,111.11 - £34,027.78)

We are currently looking for a part-time Legacy Fundraiser to join our Fundraising team, reporting to the Director of Fundraising. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in developing and growing our legacy and in memory fundraising programme.

Role Responsibilities

As our Legacy Fundraiser, you will lead the development and delivery of activities that raise awareness of legacy and in memory giving, engage supporters and strengthen long-term relationships. Working collaboratively with colleagues and external partners, you will use campaigns, stewardship, insight and engagement opportunities to build a sustainable pipeline of future income for the charity.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Developing and delivering an annual legacy fundraising plan to increase awareness, enquiries, pledges and future income.
• Creating and delivering engaging legacy and in memory fundraising campaigns across digital, print, email and supporter communications.
• Providing exceptional supporter stewardship, guiding individuals considering or making a Gift in Will and building lasting relationships with legacy pledgers.
• Maximising opportunities through national campaigns such as Remember A Charity Week and developing events and engagement activities that raise awareness of legacy giving.
• Building and maintaining relationships with solicitors, will writers and other professional partners to support legacy fundraising activity.
• Monitoring campaign performance, supporter engagement, income forecasts and key performance indicators, using data and insight to drive continuous improvement.
• Working with colleagues and external partners to ensure effective management, reporting and forecasting of legacy income and estate administration.
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting the effective use of CRM systems to manage legacy and in memory fundraising activity.

Please see the job description on our website for full details on the duties and responsibilities.

Job Requirements

Our ideal candidate will have proven experience in fundraising, marketing, supporter engagement or relationship management, with a track record of delivering successful campaigns, projects or supporter-focused initiatives.. They will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to communicate in a friendly, professional, and confidential manner. The role will suit those with a positive and flexible approach and an ability to remain calm under pressure..

Whilst character is important to us, we do require a certain level of experience to succeed in this role. This is:

• Experience in fundraising, marketing, supporter engagement or a similar role.
• Experience of delivering campaigns, projects or engagement activities.
• Experience of using CRM systems.
• Experience of supporter stewardship, legacy, in memory or individual giving fundraising would be advantageous.

We recognise that people develop skills in different ways. If you don’t meet every requirement but believe you have the right potential, we encourage you to apply.

Please be aware all roles require the right to work in the United Kingdom; sponsorship of such right will not be provided. The successful candidate will also require a satisfactory DBS check and additional security checks as required.

Inclusive Recruitment & Accessibility

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and identify as either:

• Disabled: as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
• Armed Forces Community: those who are currently serving in the armed forces or those who have previously served.

If you are eligible for a guaranteed interview through one of these schemes, please make this known to us during the application process.

We will provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process where requested and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. If you would like to discuss any specific requirements, please contact our HR department at [email protected]

Why Join RNRMC?

• Values Driven: We’re a beneficiary‑focused charity with a strong commitment to improving the lives of those who serve and their families. Guided by integrity, we work openly and honestly, champion inclusiveness by valuing diverse perspectives, and collaborate through genuine teamwork - not only within RNRMC but across the wider sector to strengthen it and maximise our shared impact.
• Work-Life Balance: At RNRMC, we understand the importance of work-life balance. While we take our work seriously, we also value the well-being and happiness of our employees. That’s why we offer hybrid working and enhanced annual leave as standard to help you maintain a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a range of benefits including: Private medical insurance and life assurance; Employee assistance programme (EAP); 7% non-contributory pension contributions and salary sacrifice pension scheme; Enhanced maternity, paternity and sick pay; Cycle to work scheme; A free HMS Excellent fitness centre membership and onsite parking.

Applications & Interviews

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to contribute to a charity with real impact, we would love to hear from you. Please forward your CV and cover letter to [email protected], detailing your relevant experience and identifying why you would be a good fit for the role.

Initial interviews will be held on a rolling basis during the advertising period and RNRMC reserves the right to close the vacancy early and make an appointment at any stage of the application process.

Applicants may be asked to attend an on-line Application Review prior to the closing date to aid in the shortlisting process. This will be held via Microsoft Teams.

Pay: £16,000.00-£17,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Sabbatical
• Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Portsmouth PO2 8ER: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Fundraising: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portsmouth PO2 8ER