Head of Development, Strategy and Partnerships

Job Title: Head of Development, Strategy and Partnerships - Human Priorities Lab
(Employed via Bloom Wellbeing Foundation)
Location: Remote / Flexible within the UK (London preferred)
Salary: £50-60k, dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time (flexible working arrangements considered)

About Bloom Wellbeing Foundation

The Bloom Wellbeing Foundation is a pioneering philanthropic initiative dedicated to shifting mainstream mental health and wellbeing philanthropy towards evidence-based, impact-driven giving.

Bloom is hiring a new Head of Development, Strategy and Partnerships to support the launch and growth of the Human Priorities Lab - a major new collaboration aimed at helping governments prioritise to value human wellbeing.

About the Human Priorities Lab

The HPL is a joint initiative between Bloom, the University of Oxford and the London School of Economics, bringing together two of the world's leading wellbeing research hubs. With an initial goal of raising £5 million in 2026 (toward a £20 million 10-year vision), the HPL will deliver cutting-edge research, joint events, and thought leadership to improve wellbeing globally.

This is an opportunity to contribute towards a project which could positively impact hundreds of millions of people. As part of the founding phase, your work will directly shape the Lab's direction, partnerships, and global influence at a pivotal moment for the wellbeing movement.

The Role

We're seeking a dynamic, self-starting Head of Development, Strategy and Partnerships to drive the Human Priorities Lab fundraising strategy and help coordinate its growth. You'll work directly with Bloom's leadership and leading academics from Oxford and LSE.

The primary focus of this role will be securing major gifts and partnerships to meet the £5M target for the HPL's first three years. However, you will also have the opportunity to support broader fundraising efforts within the wellbeing ecosystem, including more specific research projects and fellowships, the World Happiness Report, the World Wellbeing Movement, and the All Party Parliamentary Group on Wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Fundraising Leadership:
  Develop and execute a fundraising strategy for the HPL, securing major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporate partners.
• Relationship Management:
  Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with key donors and partners, including high-net-worth individuals and philanthropic foundations.
• Project Management:
  Coordinate HPL activities such as joint events, seminars, and reports in collaboration with Oxford and LSE teams.
• Communication:
  Develop compelling fundraising materials, pitches, reports, and updates for donors and stakeholders.
• Strategic Coordination:
  Work closely with Bloom, Oxford, and LSE leadership to ensure alignment across fundraising, communications, and project goals.
• Broader Fundraising Support:
  Support other high-impact fundraising opportunities within the wider wellbeing ecosystem when appropriate.

About You

• Proven track record in fundraising or partnership development, ideally securing multiple six- or seven-figure donations, grants or charitable investments.
• Highly autonomous, entrepreneurial, and capable of managing complex projects independently
• Skilled communicator with strong relationship-building ability
• Strategic thinker who can also deliver high-quality execution
• Motivated by advancing human wellbeing through evidence and impact
• Comfortable operating in academic, philanthropic, and entrepreneurial environments

Bonus Points For

• Knowledge of wellbeing science, impact evaluation, effective philanthropy, or mental health
• Existing relationships with HNWIs, foundations, or corporate donors
• Experience working within or alongside major universities or research centres
• Prior experience in early-stage or start-up environments

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in launching one of the most significant wellbeing initiatives globally
• Work directly with internationally renowned researchers and changemakers
• Shape the future of evidence-based wellbeing philanthropy
• Enjoy a flexible, high-trust working environment focused on outcomes, not bureaucracy

How to Apply: Please fill in our application form here .