Executive Director of Growth, Giving and Living
About the role
As Executive Director of Growth, Giving and Living, you will lead our income generation strategy. This includes responsibility for both business development and fundraising. You will lead a team that combines commercial insight with charitable purpose, supporting the delivery of commissioned services and growing voluntary income from trusts, donors, corporate partners and legacies.
You will shape a joined-up growth strategy that strengthens our financial sustainability and supports service transformation. You will also work closely with colleagues in Care and Support, Finance, Marketing and Communications as well as your own team.
This is a key role within the Executive Team. You will contribute to organisational strategy and culture, helping to embed a performance mindset rooted in values. With a supportive Board and clear investment in income growth, you will have the tools and backing to make a lasting difference.
About You
You may have a background in business development, fundraising or a combination of both. You might come from the charity sector, care sector, local government or a commercial environment. What matters most is your ability to grow sustainable income, lead high-performing teams and build trusted relationships.
You will be strategic, collaborative and confident in managing complex portfolios. You will understand the importance of aligning income with mission, and be motivated by the opportunity to create long-term impact. You will also bring strong commercial awareness and an ability to navigate both purpose-driven and performance-led environments.
This is a career-defining opportunity for a leader who wants to be part of something transformational.
Closing date: 5th October, midnight
Salary: Up to £130k, plus generous benefits
Working arrangements: Working arrangements-Home based with meetings in Bristol or other locations on average 4-5 days per month