Merrifield Consultants is thrilled to collaborate with an outstanding arts charity in London to recruit a new Associate Director of Development. This key role within the Development's Senior Leadership team will oversee the Corporate Development and Development Events teams. The successful candidate will work closely with staff to develop short- and long-term strategies that drive significant growth as the fundraising needs and business model evolves.
Job Title: Associate Director of Development
Organisation: Arts charity
Salary: £80,000
Location: London
Contract: Permanent, Full time (Part time considered)
Working pattern: 3-4 days in the office
Closing date: Monday 15th July
Required: CV and Cover Letter
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with the senior fundraising team to set specific targets and KPIs for the team, and monitor performance and progress against the budget.
- Work regularly with the organisation's People team to oversee recruitment and training for the entire Development team, coordinating with line managers to ensure personal development plans are in place and implemented for all staff.
- Personally solicit donations from individuals, trusts, and businesses, with an emphasis on securing 6 and 7 figure corporate partnerships.
- Utilise data and judgment to inform decision-making, maintaining a solid and confident understanding of the NT's assets and its position within the broader market.
- Leverage senior networks and organisational resources, including LinkedIn, to initiate new partnership and funding opportunities.
- Build strong, authentic relationships with colleagues across other departments and the wider sector.
Skills and Experience:
- Extensive fundraising experience with a proven track record of personally securing 6 and 7-figure donations from businesses
- Experience in organizing high-impact events and activations
- Demonstrated success in leading a high-performing team
- Effective negotiator with the ability to galvanize a diverse group of individuals, including senior stakeholders
- Strategic thinker
- Excellent relationship management skills
- Personal gravitas and confidence
This is a truly exciting opportunity for someone who is a confident leader, looking for the chance to join an ambitious and challenging environment. The team is high performing, this role will offer the successful candidate the chance to build on a history of success.
To find out more and apply for the role, please contact Stuart Milliner at Merrifield Consultants.
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.