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Head of Philanthropy
Scottish Rugby
Scottish Rugby is the governing body for rugby union in Scotland. Based at BT Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, we administer Scotland's international rugby teams, and Scotland's two professional clubs, Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors.
Job Posted- 14 Apr 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- Scotland
Closing date- 28 Apr 2026
This is a rare opportunity to shape something from the ground up.
As our first-ever Head of Philanthropy, you’ll play a pivotal role in building a sustainable, ambitious fundraising programme that will help grow rugby in communities across Scotland – from grassroots to life‑changing social impact.
You’ll bring people together around a compelling cause, inspire investment in the future of the game through a newly established Scottish Rugby Foundation, and help ensure rugby’s positive impact reaches far beyond the pitch.
What the role is about
- Creating and leading the philanthropic strategy, turning big ambition into real-world impact
- Building strong, long-term relationships with major donors, partners and supporters in Scotland and internationally
- Securing significant gifts to support community rugby, inclusion, health and wellbeing programmes
- Shaping powerful cases for support and clearly demonstrating the impact of donors’ contributions
- Working closely with Trustees and senior colleagues to ensure strong governance and transparent reporting
- Representing the Scottish Rugby at key events, helping to raise our profile and inspire new supporters
What we’re looking for
- Senior-level experience in philanthropy, fundraising or major gifts, with a strong track record of success
- Confidence working with Trustees, Boards or senior stakeholders, including reporting and presenting
- Excellent relationship-building skills, with the credibility to engage high-net-worth individuals and partners
- Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on approach – you’re comfortable building things from scratch
- A passion for community impact; experience in sport, education, health or the charity sector is a strong advantage
This is more than a fundraising role. It’s a chance to help shape the future of rugby in Scotland, strengthen communities, and leave a lasting legacy through the power of philanthropy.
If you’re excited by building something new and want your work to make a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you. Follow through to complete the application form. Included in this, we’d like you to share the skills and experience you would bring to this role and why you’d love to work at Scottish Rugby.
Scottish Rugby is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
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