Alumni and Development Officer

We are seeking to appoint an Alumni and Development Officer to join the School’s expanding Development & Alumni team. The successful candidate will be joining the team at an exciting time, where the role can create a real impact both within the School and the wider community.

Reporting to the Director of External Relations, you will be skilled in alumni engagement and prospect research and can identify stakeholders with the ability to support the School’s strategic objectives. You will have strong interpersonal skills, with the confidence and ability to build engaging and effective long-term relationships with our alumni and prospective supporters, whilst deepening relationships with existing donors. You will have experience of working in a front-facing alumni and development function and can provide evidence of your success. With a keen eye for detail, you will also be confident in creating a range of supporting literature and materials, with which to engage and excite prospects and donors.

With a strong emphasis on professional development and working within a highly supportive team, we will provide you with the opportunity to grow and develop your fundraising skills in a fast-paced environment, where every day brings new exciting opportunities, and all within 57 acres of stunning Surrey countryside.

Normal working hours are 21 hours over three days a week, term time plus 4 weeks. Salary is £27,750 - £31,550 pa pro-rata (FTE £35,310 - £39,380).

You will be based in the School in Ashtead Park, with the expectation to attend a number of development & alumni, community, and marketing events (which may take place out of typical hours), as required.

The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.

Please see the Job Information Pack for further information.

Please ensure you answer the questions included in the pack in the Supporting Information section on the application form.

Closing date: Midday on Tuesday 31st March 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview the week commencing Wednesday 8th April 2026.

The school retains the right to interview and appoint at any time during the application process.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process a Disclosure and Barring check will be required.

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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