Legacy Lead

Join Us in Making a Difference at Marie Curie

Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity, dedicated to ensuring that everyone facing the end of life has access to the care, support, and dignity they deserve. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK and the only organisation to operate across all four nations. Through our network of community nursing, hospice care, and comprehensive information and support, we are here for people and families when they need us most.

Our Mission: A Better End of Life for Everyone

In the next five years, we’re committed to closing the gap for those missing out on the end-of-life care and support they need. We’ll achieve this through:

• Expanding and transforming direct care and support
• Delivering practical, accessible information and guidance
• Leading the way in shaping end-of-life experiences

Your Role in Our Vision

The legacy giving program will be key in supporting Marie Curie’s strategy to ensure everyone affected by dying, death, and bereavement has the best possible experience, focusing on:

• Building integrated, place-based end-of-life services
• Strengthening our national voice and influencing end-of-life care
• Investing in future capabilities
• Achieving financial sustainability through income growth

The Legacy team drives awareness of gifts in Wills among supporters, the public, staff, and volunteers. As part of Remember A Charity, the team also works to normalise legacy giving and expand the UK legacy market. In alignment with our role as a leading end-of-life care charity, we strive to provide accessible, high-quality Will-writing information to help supporters and service users plan for the future.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Engage with existing and potential supporters via phone, email, or in person to inspire legacy giving and secure pledges.
• Develop and execute a regional legacy strategy focusing on awareness, stewardship, and conversions while contributing to the national Legacy & In Memory strategy.
• Plan and host regional legacy events to inspire and retain supporters, working closely with internal teams to ensure success.
• Promote free Will-writing schemes to generate pledges, supporting enquirers through their legacy journey.
• Raise awareness of legacy giving and its impact across the region, ensuring all stakeholders understand its importance.
• Provide ongoing legacy training for regional staff and new fundraising team members.
• Work with the Legacy and In-Memory Marketing team to develop aligned resources for local and mass fundraising.
• Promote national legacy initiatives locally and participate in cross-team projects or working groups.

What you will need

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in IT tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and charity databases
• Experience with virtual meeting platforms
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities
• Skilled in prioritising tasks effectively
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a remote team
• Adept at handling sensitive conversations with supporters
• Strong influencing and motivational abilities
• Confident public speaking and presentation skills
• Event planning.
• Willing to travel with some overnight stays.
• Have access to a vehicle and full driver’s license.

Please see the full job description here

How to Apply

Submit your CV and cover letter online, highlighting your most relevant skills and experiences for this role.

Application deadline: Tuesday 4th February 2024

Salary: 35,530.00 - 39,474.00 – depending on experience

Contract: 12 month contract

Location: Scotland fully remote with need to drive and travel to planned events and promotional work

Why Join Marie Curie?

• Flexible working arrangements
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension contributions up to 7.5%
• Loan schemes for bikes, computers, and season tickets
• Continuous professional development opportunities
• Enhanced wellbeing and employee assistance programmes
• Membership discounts through the Blue Light Card
• AND SO MUCH MORE!

Join us in shaping a society where everyone receives the care they deserve at the end of life. Let’s make a lasting impact together.

Marie Curie is committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a safe and supportive workplace for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. If you need reasonable adjustments during the application process, please email us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk.

Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates