Development Manager (Organisations)

The Guildhall School of Music & Drama is a vibrant, international community of talented musicians, actors and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Founded in 1880, and located within the Barbican complex, the Guildhall School sits at the heart of one of London’s most dynamic cultural areas. We produce outstanding graduates whose talents light up stages and concert platforms worldwide.

The Development and Alumni Relations team is looking for an experienced, confident and talented Development Manager to manage a portfolio of prospects and donors, securing major gifts supporting Guildhall School and its work developing outstanding creative artists and artistic citizens.

The role is highly target-driven, in terms of funds secured and volume of prospect interactions. The focus will be to secure donations from trusts and foundations, corporations and livery companies. 

The successful candidate will have substantial experience of major gifts fundraising and meeting personal income targets, as well as having excellent interpersonal and communications skills, plus the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Experience of working with a wide variety of prospects, including those with an interest in higher education and the performing arts would be particularly welcome.

For more information, please click the 'Apply' button, above.

To apply online, please visit https://careers.cityoflondon.gov.uk/

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting OOGS9175.

A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.

Closing date for applications is Monday 8 November 2024 at 12.00 noon. 

First round of interviews is planned for week commencing 18 November 2024.

Please note that late applications will not be accepted.

The Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment. The Guildhall School and City of London Corporation are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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