Legacy Executive
We’re looking for an organised and proactive Legacy Executive to join The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity to support the growth of our Gifts in Wills programme.
- Location: Chelsea, Greater London (Hybrid)
- Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per year
- Contract: Permanent, Full-time
About this role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our ambitious Legacy team at a pivotal point in its growth.
As a Legacy Executive, you’ll play a key role in helping to secure vital future income by delivering exceptional supporter experiences and supporting the development of our legacy marketing programme. You’ll work closely with colleagues across fundraising to inspire supporters to leave a lasting gift that helps drive life-saving advances in cancer research and treatment for generations to come.
This role is ideal for someone looking to develop a career in fundraising or marketing, particularly within legacies, while making a meaningful difference.
What you’ll do
- Manage responses to legacy enquiries, ensuring supporters get the information they need to consider including a gift in their Will.
- Work with Free Will service providers to ensure an excellent supporter experience
- Support the planning, delivery and evaluation of multi-channel legacy marketing campaigns
- Collaborate with teams across the charity to raise awareness of legacies and support integrated campaigns
- Help deliver engaging supporter events and recognition activities
- Assist with legacy administration when required
- Work with Free Will service providers to ensure an excellent supporter experience
- Collaborate with teams across the charity to raise awareness of legacies and support integrated campaigns
About you
We’re looking for someone who is organised, proactive, and motivated by making a difference. You’ll bring:
- Experience coordinating projects or campaigns from start to finish
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Confidence engaging with a wide range of audiences
- Sensitivity and empathy, particularly when communicating with bereaved supporters
- A genuine interest in fundraising, marketing, or the charity sector
Why join us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-performing, supportive team within a charity that is making a real difference to people’s lives. We offer:
- The chance to contribute to pioneering cancer research and care
- A collaborative, ambitious and values-driven culture
- Strong opportunities for learning, development and career progression
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Inclusion matters
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
Job description
For more information about this role, download the full job description below. The closing date for applications is 11pm on 2 July.