Advertised from 18 May 2026

Role

Carers Trust are looking for our new Senior Fundraising Manager for Scotland, to help us deliver our vision; for unpaid carers to be heard and valued, with access to support, advice and resources to enable them to live fulfilled lives. Carers can't wait, and in this pivotal role you'll lead our income generation strategy in Scotland, helping us secure the financial support we need to deliver big for people across Scotland with caring responsibilities.

Reporting to the Director for Scotland-with support from our UK Fundraising team-you will establish and grow sustainable financial support from a range of sources, including corporate partnerships and trusts.

You will be a confident and passionate communicator able to persuasively share our impact and vision with a diverse range of funders.

Are you passionate about improving the lives of those providing unpaid care in Scotland? Then we want to hear from you!

As the postholder you will:

• Develop a strong understanding of the Scottish funding landscape, proactively identifying and pursuing new strategic opportunities.

• Design and deliver an engaging events programme to cultivate and inspire corporate supporters

• Work closely with UK‑wide fundraising colleagues to unlock cross‑border and national funding opportunities that benefit carers in Scotland

Please download the attached recruitment pack to find out more.

Have any questions? Please contact our recruitment team on recruitment@carers.org

Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunities' employer, Carers Trust is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Carers Trust.

Find out more about Working for Carers Trust

This is an exciting time for Carers Trust as we begin our new strategy and strengthen our commitment to building sustainable support, society and systems for Scotland’s unpaid carers. Over the past three years we have launched programmes to support young carers in education and campaigned for improved financial support. We are committed to placing the voices of young carers at the heart of everything we do.

The Senior Fundraising Manager for Scotland will play a pivotal role in ensuring we have the diversified and sustainable income portfolio needed to deliver our ambitious and innovative plans in Scotland. Reporting to the Director for Scotland, with a dotted line to the UK Fundraising team, you will lead on developing and managing strategic fundraising relationships across Scotland and establish and grow sustainable financial support from a range of sources, including corporate partnerships, trusts, and major donor relationships.

You will act as a key in-country fundraising lead, working collaboratively with the central UK Fundraising team to build a strong and balanced pipeline of opportunities, increase income generation capacity, and reduce reliance on statutory funding over time.

We are looking for a passionate Senior Fundraising Manager who can deliver year-on-year income growth, ensuring long-term sustainability for Carers Trust Scotland through building and maintaining strong partnerships, proactively identifying and securing new funding opportunities, and strengthening stewardship of existing supporters.

You will be a confident and passionate communicator, able to persuasively share our impact and vision with funders: for unpaid carers to be heard and valued, with access to support, advice and resources to enable them to live fulfilled lives. You will also play a key role in positioning Carers Trust Scotland as a compelling partner for funders by aligning funding opportunities with our strategic priorities and programme impact.

Application notes

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Applications are to be submitted through the Carers Trust recruitment portal, please upload your CV and a supporting statement setting out how your skills and experience match the criteria for this role.

We are happy to accommodate any adjustments you may have and will share all interview questions in advance as part of our commitment to inclusive hiring.

For an informal conversation or any questions about the role please contact recruitment@carers.org

Application deadline: 01 June 2026

Expected interview date: Wednesday 17th June 2026

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