Frequently Asked Questions

You don’t need a degree or paid experience to get into the charity sector, if you are looking to move in from the commercial sector it can sometimes be difficult to transfer in so we would recommend some volunteering. If you come from a marketing or sales background that also helps.

There are several groups that hold regular events where you can find out more. The Institute of Fundraising is a useful resource or you can download our documents here.

You don’t need a degree or paid experience to get into the charity sector, if you are looking to move in from the commercial sector it can sometimes be difficult to transfer in so we would recommend some volunteering. If you come from a marketing or sales background that also helps.

There are several groups that hold regular events where you can find out more. The Institute of Fundraising is a useful resource or you can download our documents here.

We never charge people for helping find them a new role, we charge employers a percentage of the salary when we successfully place a fundraiser in their team.

You will get more insight and support throughout the process which means your chances of securing a job is increased. We will tell you what the manager is looking for, key buzzwords they like to hear and can give you insight into whether you’ll like the culture and management style. An agency should do more than email you a job description, you should feel supported and if you don’t feel that, stop working with that particular agency.

To represent you for permanent roles we need to take a copy of your passport and have you complete one of our online forms. For temporary work we will also need your national insurance number, bank account and referee contact details. This is all a legal requirement.

Unlike other agencies we work in a pro-active way, suggesting charities that will suit you and then approaching them on your behalf. We pride ourselves on establishing long-term relationships with anyone we represent and as such we are invested in your career. This means you get a really personalised service.

We are discreet when it comes to your job search, we will not reveal your name or current organisation when speaking about you to potential employers and only submit your CV with your full permission so the only way your employer will find out you are looking for a job is when you resign.

Yes we do! Find out more about our available training here.

Asking for a payrise can be a daunting thing in any role. If this is something you want to negotiate we recommend pulling together a selection of supporting information. Evidence your case, figures talk so remember to identify the income you’ve raised so far, where have you exceeded expectations/targets. Remember also that the longer you are in a role, the more you can evidence the additional benefit you are bringing to it with your increased knowledge and experience.

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