Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement Graduate Trainee

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Full Time, 35 hours per week Girton Single Spine Point 26 - £25,804 per annum We are seeking a Graduate Trainee to join our team in the Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement Department . This is an ideal first role for a graduate to develop valuable skills that can be applied in any setting and make a meaningful contribution to the future of Girton College. The post-holder will: Provide essential administrative and operations support across all areas of activity for a busy and highly effective Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement Office (known as Development and Alumni relations in some institutions). Gain transferable skills and professional experience across a wide range of functions, including fundraising, alumni relations, communications, database management, event management, gift administration, wider operations, and general administrative duties. Work in a small, friendly team of experienced colleagues who will provide full training. Assume responsibility for discrete projects and ongoing tasks such as project-leading specific events and database enrichment. For specific details of the role and responsibilities, please see the Candidate Pack and Job Description. We offer: 34 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), Free lunch, free on-site parking, free use of gym and swimming pool, Workplace pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, plus other benefits commensurate with working for a large Cambridge University College. How to Apply To apply, please submit a CV and a covering letter detailing how your skills and experience match the person specification to recruitment@girton.cam.ac.uk Further Information Job Description (PDF) available here. Candidate Pack (PDF) available here. Closing date for applications is Monday, 6 July 2026 at 9am and interviews will be taking place on Tuesday 14 July 2026. We are not accepting applications from agencies for this role. Please note the College has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. The College is an Equal Opportunities employer, encouraging diversity and inclusion. If you would like more information about the role or additional support to apply, you may contact the People & Culture Department at recruitment@girton.cam.ac.uk £25,804 per annum - Girton Single Spine Point 26

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