Head of Corporate Development

The Mission to Seafarers
The Mission to Seafarers

Sales & Business Development

San Francisco, CA, USA · London, UK

GBP 60k-65k / year

Posted on Aug 14, 2026
  • Location: London-based (hybrid working, 1 day per week in office)
  • Salary: £60,000 to £65,000
  • Additional Information: CV + 500 word supporting statement
  • Closing date for applications: Tuesday 1st September 2026

The Mission to Seafarers seeks a Head of Corporate Development to further build upon and implement a sustainable corporate fundraising strategy, establishing high-value, long-term relationships with corporate entities across the shipping industry.

Working closely with the Director of Development, you’ll drive new corporate fundraising partnerships both nationally and globally, managing key corporate accounts with a focus on maximising income. You’ll develop and write high-quality funding proposals and presentations, service our Global Ambassador network of CEOs and Senior Directors across the shipping industry, and work collaboratively with the Events team to maximise potential from sponsors and participants, including taking responsibility for sponsorship and team acquisition for the Maritime Mountain Race 2028. You’ll also line manage the Corporate Partnerships’ Manager and the Fundraising Manager, Canada, and deputise for the Director of Development as required.

This role requires a proven track record in strategic corporate fundraising, with strong experience managing corporate functions, people, and complex budgets. You’ll be a creative thinker skilled at matching corporate needs with opportunities, with excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills. Strong experience with supporter databases, ideally Raiser’s Edge, is important, along with a comfortable, confident approach to working with data. Experience of working for an international charity would be beneficial. Applicants must have the right to live and work permanently in the UK.

Please see the attached Appointment Brief for more details.

To apply, please submit your CV and a statement of no more than 500 words outlining your suitability for this position to [email protected]

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 1 September 2026 at noon. First round interviews: Monday 7th or Tuesday 8th September 2026 (online). Second round interviews: Thursday 24 September 2026 (in person in London).

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