Senior Development Manager
2 days ago
South Ruislip
Location : Brixton House, London Salary : £40,000 per annum Contract : Permanent, full-time Hours : 40 hours per week (inclusive of breaks), some evening and weekend workrequired Annual leave: 22 days plus bank holidays Background Brixton House is more than a cultural space; it is a vibrant community hub where creativity thrives, voices are heard and everyone is welcomed and celebrated. Our vision is to empower undervalued,unheardand excluded communities through creative and cultural spaces rooted in the legacy ofOvalhouseTheatre. We are dedicated to presenting and collaborating with voices and perspectives often marginalised in mainstream funded culture. Our values are to be welcoming, radical, collaborative and to celebrate our unique identity and growing accomplishments. About the role As Senior Development Manager, you willacquireand manage funder relationships with individuals, corporate organisations, trusts,foundationsand statutory funders who align with our mission,valuesand community ambitions. You will translate Brixton Houses artistic and civic work into compelling cases for support across individual giving, corporate partnerships and trusts and foundations. Working closely across teams, you will help ensure fundraising activity supports our artistic, civic and community ambitions and contributes to sustainable growth. What are we looking for? We areseekingan experienced,dynamicand strategic fundraiser who thrives on delivery. You will be confident working across income streams and internally with the Commercial Director, Trustees, seniorleadershipand colleagues to engage and cultivate high-value donors and partners. Leadership and Management Contribute to and implement fundraising,membershipand partnership strategies Refine fundraising strategy based on learning and performance Align fundraising priorities with Brixton Houses mission and strategic objectives Fundraising Lead diversified income generation with a focus on individuals, trusts and foundations and corporate partnerships Oversee proposals, pitches and negotiations with supporters and partners Develop engaging digital fundraising campaigns with Marketing and Communications Secure grants supporting artistic programming and civic engagement Funder and Partnership Development Identify,cultivateand secure new high-value funders and partners Lead stewardship of key relationships with personalised engagement Implement cultivation and stewardship strategies to deepen long-term support Financial, Data and Administrative Oversight Monitor fundraising effectiveness and reporting Oversee budgets with the Commercial Director and liaise with Finance Ensureaccurateprocesses including Gift Aid, GDPR compliance and reporting Report progress to the Executive Leadership Team and Board of Trustees Public Relations and Advocacy Represent Brixton House at events and donor meetings Keep up to date with best practice in cultural and charity fundraising Person Specification Experience (required) Proven experience where philanthropic, corporate or grant income is central Track recordof delivering income growth Experience securing and managing funding relationships Strong internal communication and stakeholder engagement skills Knowledge of UK charity,taxand fundraising legislation Experience (desirable) Arts,heritageor comparable sector fundraising experience Knowledge of international fundraising and tax-effective giving Experience of legacy or endowment fundraising Personal characteristics Dynamic,resilientand collaborative Excellent communication and project management skills Strong alignment with Brixton House values and mission Basic Terms and Conditions The role is primarily based at Brixton House, 385 Coldharbour Lane, London SW9 8GL. Working days may include evenings and weekends. How to Apply Please explain what attracts you to the role and provide evidence of how you meet the criteria. Apply via ourHirefulplatform by uploading your CV and a covering letter (maximum two sides of A4, size 12 font). Deadline: 9am, 23 April 2026 First interviews: Weekcommencing27 April 2026 Second interviews : Weekcommencing4 May 2026 You may have experience in the following: Senior Development Manager, Development Manager, Fundraising Manager, Head of Development, Senior Fundraising Manager, Partnerships Manager, Philanthropy Manager, Development and Partnerships Manager, Arts Fundraising Manager, Charity Fundraising Manager, Trusts and Foundations Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Development Lead. REF-227 986 TPBN1_UKTJ