Bridie Layden

Bridie Layden is an experienced leader in the philanthropic sector, currently serving as Senior Director of Investor Relations at The END Fund, where responsibilities include managing the European philanthropic investor portfolio and overseeing investment management and business development. With a strong background in governance, Bridie is also a Board Trustee for Amref Health Africa UK and previously held similar roles at Human Story Theatre and Educate for Life. Bridie's former positions include Head of Principal Gifts at Oxfam, where strategic development of high-net-worth individual giving was a key focus, and Philanthropy Manager at the Royal Opera House. Educational qualifications include a Master’s in International Development from Birkbeck, University of London, and a Bachelor's in English Language & Literature from the University of Leeds.