Salary £55,000 - £65,000
Location Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Edinburgh, EH12 5PJ
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This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

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.

⬇ To view the full role profile and get some more information about the role, see the document available at the bottom of this page ⬇

Ready to make the next step in your career? 

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.  

#AsOne 

The Company

At Scottish Rugby, we believe in the power of people coming together to make a difference. Just listen to our voices fill a stadium as we sing the national anthem at an international!

We live and breathe rugby, and our passion shines through everything we do. We are exceptionally proud of our work and the people we do it for. Our goal is to create unforgettable moments – on and off the pitch - through inspirational winning teams, thriving rugby communities, passionate fans, and a vibrant national stadium.

We foster a culture where everyone feels valued and included and we encourage bold ideas and fearless innovation. With curiosity, enthusiasm, and a deep sense of purpose, we bring our best to work every day.

From grassroots to the international stage, together we drive positive change and leave a lasting impact on the game’s future.

Find out more about joining the team and playing your part in inspiring Scotland through rugby.

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  • Innovation

We are creative and fearless in our work.

  • Accountability

We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.

  • Teamwork

We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.

Enhanced pension scheme

Hybrid working

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Access to Tickets - rugby and concerts

Employee discounts

Wellbeing

  • Alex Williamson
  • CEO

"Every player that represents Scottish Rugby, from our grassroots game through the pathways to our professional, age grade and national teams, is not only a manifestation of their own talent, commitment and purpose, but also that of every single member of the team working AS ONE. On and off the pitch, our people are driven by values that support a sense of belonging to something to be proud of. Scottish Rugby is a great place to work."

  • Sione Tuipulotu
  • Glasgow Warriors and Scotland Player

"I am incredibly proud to be part of the Scottish Rugby family. We put in the hard work, both on and off the pitch, fuelled by our deep national passion. At the heart of everything we do are our family and friends, and we make it a priority to recognise, appreciate, and celebrate every success along the way. Together, we are united and striving for greatness with every step."

  • Catriona Fett
  • People Business Partner

"Rugby is a game for everyone – on and off the pitch. We take great pride in being somewhere that everyone feels they belong. We have a supportive culture that encourages people to be their best selves. I feel so proud to be part of the team at Scottish Rugby."

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