The Bridge Group recruits a Partnerships and Development Manager
Would you like to be the Bridge Group’s new Partnerships and Development Manager?
27 August 2026
The Bridge Group is currently seeking a Partnerships and Development Manager to support our work as a leading independent research and advisory charity promoting socio-economic inclusion through evidence, insight and collaboration.
For over a decade, the Bridge Group has worked with organisations across sectors, asking the right questions, uncovering what works, and turning data-led insights into meaningful change.
Our vision is an education system and a labour market where background is no barrier – and everyone, wherever they started in life, has the chance to realise their potential.
To help us move into the next ten years with energy, vision and a healthy funding portfolio, we are looking to engage a new fundraising and business development professional to help us develop our fundraising strategy and seek out new sources of income.
We would particularly welcome your application if you:
> Have at least 3 years’ experience of working in a fundraising or a similar role that covered at least two of the following areas:
o proposal and/or grant application development
o client or donor liaison
o philanthropic fundraising (from individuals and/or foundations)
o promotional content writing.
> Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
> Enjoy networking and relationship-building and would be comfortable representing the charity and its values to clients, partners and potential funders.
> Have a strong understanding of the charity sector and fundraising networks and mechanisms.
> Have experience of project, programme or funder portfolio management.
> Would welcome a remote-working role with occasional travel, and are happy to work as part of a small team.
If you’re interested in applying, please read the full role description, and then complete our online application form. Applications from people who come from a lower socio-economic background or historically under-represented group are particularly encouraged. We are also inclusive of people who are neurodivergent, or have a health condition or a disability, and would make reasonable adjustments for this at both the interview stage (please specify in your application) and, should your application be successful, in the workplace.
Applications will close at 9 a.m. on Tuesday 22 September 2026. Online interviews are planned for the week commencing 05 October 2026.