Ref Number
C16-00303
Professional Expertise
Administration and Business Support
Department
Vice-President (Advancement) (C16)
Location
London
Working Pattern
Full time
Salary
£54,931-£64,644
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Type
Hybrid
Available for Secondment
No
Closing Date
12-Sept-2026
We are UCL: a diverse community with the freedom to challenge and think differently. The world urgently needs solutions to diverse problems. UCL was founded 200 years ago on the generosity of a collective of people who believed in an institution that could drive forward those solutions. The world needed collective support then, and it needs it again now.
In response, UCL has launched Here, it will happen, our biggest philanthropic and engagement campaign yet. Here, it will happen sets out our ambitions to solve global health, societal, climate and education challenges in UCL’s next century. Here, we have the determination to double down on our discoveries, translate our innovations into impact and inspire the citizens of the future.
There has never been a more exciting time to join UCL Advancement. We are a team of exceptionally ambitious, creative and passionate individuals who work together to achieve remarkable things with a global impact, and we would love for you to be part of this exciting journey and our success. Here, it will happen.
As Head of Advancement Data, you will lead the strategy and development of UCL Advancement's data and technology ecosystem, ensuring our CRM, systems and data services enable world-class fundraising and alumni engagement. You'll oversee our data platforms, champion robust governance and data quality, and lead the continuous improvement of our systems to ensure colleagues have confidence in the information they rely on every day.
Working closely with stakeholders across Advancement, you'll build trusted relationships, helping colleagues embrace new ways of working and demonstrating the value of high-quality, reliable data. You'll also lead a talented team responsible for delivering user-focused services, systems enhancements and innovative data solutions that support UCL's ambitious philanthropic goals.
We are happy to consider applications to work on a part-time/flexible basis wherever possible (minimum 0.8 FTE – equivalent of 4 days per week, stated salary to be pro rata).
This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 20% on site.
To find out more about the role, please contact Rob Mynors, Associate Director, Data Intelligence & Solutions, by email: [email protected].
Please use the attach cover letter upload option to tell us how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the person specification.
For more information about UCL Advancement, please visit: www.ucl.ac.uk/giving
You'll be an experienced CRM or data systems leader with a strong track record of managing enterprise CRM platforms and improving data quality within a complex organisation. You'll ideally have hands-on experience of Blackbaud CRM; however, we'll also welcome applicants with significant experience of Raiser's Edge or another comparable fundraising CRM, alongside the aptitude and enthusiasm to quickly develop expertise in Blackbaud CRM.
You'll understand that successful data management is as much about people as technology. You'll be confident building relationships across an organisation, influencing stakeholders, and bringing colleagues on the journey by demonstrating the value of accurate, trusted data and effective governance.
You'll have experience leading data governance initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring data quality, integrity and compliance. Alongside your technical knowledge of CRM systems, databases, SQL and system integrations, you'll be an engaging people leader who enjoys developing high-performing teams and delivering services that put users at the heart of everything you do.
We are pleased to accept applications from individuals who possess transferable skills and experience drawn from sectors outside of Higher Education.
We know that our people are our greatest asset and in return we provide an empowering environment where personal and professional growth is invested in. We offer agile working and flexibility around working hours. Working with some of the greatest intellects in the world, UCL also offers a generous pension scheme and holiday allowance, plus closure days and bank holidays. Visit www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
- 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
- Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
- Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
- Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
- Immigration loan
- Relocation scheme for certain posts
- On-Site nursery
- On-site gym
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
- Discounted medical insurance
As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce.
