Relationship Manager
Quick answer
Cancer Research UK is hiring a home-based Relationship Manager in the North West England area paying £33,000 - £37,000 to manage fundraising relationships and meet income targets.
- Role
- Relationship Manager
- Organization
- Cancer Research UK
- Location
- Manchester, Liverpool, and North East Cheshire, UK (Home-based)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- £33,000 - £37,000 per annum
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
- Apply by
- 2026-06-29
The role
Cancer Research UK is seeking a dedicated Relationship Manager to drive fundraising efforts within the Manchester, Liverpool, and North East Cheshire regions. This role involves cultivating relationships with individuals, groups, and corporate partners to meet and exceed ambitious income targets. The position requires a proactive, people-oriented professional who can manage a diverse pipeline of opportunities while representing the charity's mission. You will work in a home-based capacity, supported by a collaborative team and a comprehensive benefits package.
What you'll do
- Manage and inspire supporters to reach fundraising goals through tailored stewardship.
- Develop prospect pipelines and identify new leads in collaboration with the Business Development team.
- Meet fundraising targets and KPIs to support life-saving research.
- Create and deliver strategies to increase long-term income and donor loyalty.
- Collaborate with internal teams to build and maintain effective supporter relationships.
What it takes
- Proven experience achieving KPIs and targets within a high-performing team.
- Ability to work unsupervised and drive own workload.
- Strong networking, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities across multiple formats.
- Adaptability and a solution-focused approach to fundraising challenges.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Generous benefits package, personal development opportunities, and time off in lieu for out-of-hours work.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote role?
Yes, this is a home-based role, but it requires significant travel across Manchester, Liverpool, and North East Cheshire, necessitating access to a car.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary for this Relationship Manager role is between £33,000 and £37,000 per annum plus benefits.
What are the key qualifications required?
You need experience in fundraising or business development, strong networking and influencing skills, and a proven ability to meet KPIs and drive your own workload.
When is the deadline to apply?
Applications must be submitted by 29th June 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Cancer Research UK's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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