Alumni and Supporter Relations Manager (Faculties UK visa sponsorship available)

Job Description

About UCL

We are UCL – a global community of thinkers, innovators, and changemakers. From tackling climate change to addressing health inequalities, we are committed to solving the world’s biggest challenges.

There has never been a more exciting time to join UCL Advancement as we prepare for our largest fundraising and engagement campaign and deliver our bicentennial programme in 2026. Our team is ambitious, collaborative, and passionate, working together to create impact on a global scale.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are central to everything we do. We value different perspectives and experiences and are committed to building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Learn more: UCL Giving

The Role

The Alumni and Supporter Relations team leads UCL’s relationships with alumni and supporters in London, across the UK, and worldwide.

As Alumni and Supporter Relations Manager (Faculties), you will:

Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of our alumni engagement programme.

Strengthen relationships between faculties, departments, and their alumni communities.

Develop and deliver alumni engagement activities including communications, events, and volunteering opportunities.

Support faculty colleagues in embedding alumni engagement into their strategies and activities.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to alumni relations at UCL, building a culture of lifelong connection and support.

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

Experience in relationship management and independently leading multiple projects.

Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders.

Experience in planning and delivering events and activities.

Strategic thinking and creativity in alumni or stakeholder engagement.

We welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills and experience outside of Higher Education.

What We Offer

UCL provides an empowering environment where personal and professional growth is supported. Alongside working with some of the brightest minds in the world, we offer a generous benefits package including:

41 days’ holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)

Option to purchase 5 additional days’ leave

Career Average Revalued Earnings (CARE) pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loan

Relocation support (for eligible roles)

Immigration loan

On-site nursery and gym facilities

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing support)

Discounted medical insurance

More details: UCL Rewards and Benefits

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As London’s Global University, diversity fuels our creativity and innovation. We are committed to fairness, inclusivity, and ensuring everyone feels they belong.

We particularly encourage applications from groups underrepresented in our workforce, including:

Black, Asian, and ethnic minority candidates

Disabled candidates

Women (for Grade 9 and 10 roles)

Learn more: UCL Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Application Note: Please upload a cover letter outlining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.