Patrons Manager, Barbican Centre

Starting Salary: £41,360, inclusive of Inner London Weighting.
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Contractual hours: 35
Location: Barbican Centre (EC2Y 8DS)
Job reference: OOBC1140

The Business
The Barbican Centre is a catalyst for creativity, sparking possibilities for artists, audiences, and communities. We are an arts, learning, and conference centre in the heart of the City of London.
We’re passionate about showcasing the most exciting art from around the world, pushing traditional artistic boundaries and helping us understand our lives in new and unexpected ways. Each year we present thousands of different performances, events and exhibitions that entertain and inspire millions of people, create connections, provoke debate, and reflect the world we live in. The Development department is responsible for securing income for the Barbican from a variety of sources including donations, grants, patronage, sponsorship and corporate memberships.

The Role
The Patrons Manager leads on the development and delivery of the Barbican Patrons programme. The post holder will work alongside the Head of Philanthropy and Senior Philanthropy Manager to support on strategy and growth, whilst supervising the Philanthropy Officer who provides support to the Patrons programme as well as other fundraising areas.

The Person
The successful candidate will have a proven track record in managing stewardship and cultivation strategies and raising a range of gifts from individuals with demonstrated ability to strategically plan, implement and evaluate giving programmes. People with a natural, engaging communication style will stand out, as will individuals with good organisational skills who recognise the importance of delivering high standards of donor care. A keen interest in and knowledge of the arts, particularly classical music, visual arts and/or theatre, is a distinct advantage.