Location
London, Kensington with hybrid working available.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£49,533 per annum

About the Role
Join the prestigious Royal College of Art (RCA) as a Prospect Research & Pipeline Manager within our dedicated Advancement & Alumni Team. You will play a key role in supporting and enhancing our fundraising efforts by managing research and the prospect pipeline. Working closely with the Director and Associate Director of Advancement & Alumni, you will develop and implement a clear prospect strategy aligned with the College’s fundraising plans. Your responsibilities will include proactively identifying potential donors through thorough strategic research conducted to the highest ethical standards, line-managing the Prospect Research Associate and Advancement Officer (Database), producing detailed reports and high-quality briefings for fundraisers and senior College leadership, and assisting in managing fundraising portfolios for active fundraisers. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful fundraising initiatives that shape the future of art and design at the RCA.

Why Join RCA
The RCA is a specialist postgraduate university with a vibrant Advancement & Alumni team. With over 30,000 alumni and a strong track record of high performance driven by a collective goal, the RCA offers a unique environment for professional growth and impactful work. We foster a culture of respect based on our core values of Curiosity, Inclusion, Collaboration and Integrity. Join us and contribute to the future success of our institution and its students. The RCA is proud to be the No. 1 University for Art and Design for the 11th consecutive year.

Closing Date
11.59pm, 6 March 2026

Interview Date
16 March 2026

Experience
Demonstrable experience managing research programmes and skilled use of relational databases for data management and analysis. Proven line management experience is essential.

About you
You have a strong sense of collegiate working and are motivated to support fundraising initiatives through detailed research and pipeline management. You are proactive, ethical, and able to produce high-quality reports and briefings for senior leadership.

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated, but relevant experience and skills in research management, database use, and team leadership are required.