Working at University Of Cambridge Development and Alumni Relations

We are a friendly and lively Development & Alumni Relations team who work hard to deliver the University of Cambridge’s significant fundraising potential. And though the name and reputation of Cambridge is known worldwide, you will find it a friendly and welcoming place to work where your experience will be recognised and valued.For 800 years, the University of Cambridge has championed brilliant minds, facilitating collaboration and encouraging the creation of world changing ideas. Cambridge has been home to ground-breaking scientific breakthroughs, driving our understanding of the origins of the universe and the very building blocks of life.The University of Cambridge has a long history of commitment to philanthropy and success in fundraising. Philanthropy is key to the University meeting its mission of contributing to society through the pursuit of education, learning and research at the highest international levels – and the University recognises this.To meet these aspirations, the University has continued to invest in the Development & Alumni programme and is clear about the strategic importance of philanthropy for Collegiate Cambridge. This commitment allows us to continue to innovate and transform approaches to fundraising, leading the sector and working at the cutting edge of what we do.

With more than 150 staff members, Development and Alumni Relations is a lively, collaborative and stimulating place to work. We are a team thatenjoys each other’s company and makes time to have fun whether that’s baking competitions, book clubs or fundraising for local Cambridge charities with our ‘Small Change for Change’ initiative.There is a clear understanding that our success is based on the collective and working collaboratively. We come from many different backgrounds and nationalities, and value the strength that comes with difference.We are committed to being a team that promotes mutual understanding and encourages different perspectives. We know the positive contribution that diversity brings to our workforce.We are committed to being values-driven and our Peer Recognition Initiative recognises individual members of staff each month who have demonstrated one or more of our 5 Values - Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Passion and Excellence