Fundraising Administrative Assistant

Closing date: Thursday 09 July 2026
Location: Hybrid, & London E1 8HQ
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £25,000 - £26,500 (depending on experience) per year
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Interview date: 16-17 July (TBC) 2026
About the Role: The Fundraising Administrative Assistant forms an integral part of our Fundraising Team. We are looking for a driven, committed, and creative individual to join our dynamic team as we devise and launch a new five-year strategy. You’ll be part of something impactful and a key support within the fundraising team.
The Fundraising Administrative Assistant will play a crucial role in the future growth of our charity and the impact that we can achieve through partnerships for people with sight loss. You will be a key part of a growing fundraising team providing support across the team.
Responsible to: Individual Giving Manager
Working hours and contract: This is a permanent full-time role (35 hours per week). We will consider part-time and flexible working arrangements.
Salary: £25,000 – £26,500 (depending on experience) per year
Location: Central London with some remote working. A minimum of two days required in the office, 50 Leman Street, London E1 8HQ.
How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a covering letter, with the subject header: Fundraising Administrative Assistant application to: recruitment@fightforsight.org.uk
Your covering letter should include a supporting statement (max two pages) comprising why you think you are an ideal candidate for the role, what applicable experience you’ll bring and why you want to work for Fight for Sight?
Closing date for applications: Thursday, 9 July 2026 at noon. Early applications are encouraged. We will be shortlisting on a rolling basis; therefore, we will close the vacancy as soon as we have found the right candidate.
Interview dates: 16-17 July 2026 (TBC)
The interview process is as follows:
- 1st Interview: Online with recruiting manager and fundraising colleague.
- 2nd Interview and an informal meeting with colleagues: Face to face in London E1 8HQ with line manager and other members of the fundraising team on Wednesday, 22 July (TBC)
For further information about this vacancy and details of how to apply, please visit the Fight for Sight website: https://www.fightforsight.org.uk/about-us/join-our-team
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