Senior Philanthropy Manager

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Barbican Full time
About Us

The Barbican is a pioneering Arts and Learning Centre that fosters innovative collaborations across music, theatre, dance, visual arts, and cinema, enriching diverse audiences through artistic experiences.

Our mission is to be a forward-thinking international Arts Centre that champions equity, diversity, and inclusion, and explores new approaches to arts, education, and enterprise.


Job Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and proactive fundraiser to join the Barbican's dynamic Development team.

The Senior Philanthropy Manager will build and maintain key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, working across a broad portfolio of donors, prospective donors, Trustees, and senior Barbican staff.

This role will make a significant contribution to the Barbican's ambitious income targets, focusing on five and six-figure gifts.

A key aspect of the role is to shape the major donor strategy and deliver it successfully in collaboration with the Head of Philanthropy and Director of Development.

It requires an entrepreneurial and proactive approach; expanding our networks of support and tapping into the Barbican's rich and varied programme to create new opportunities for philanthropists to engage with our work.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience managing relationships with donors, soliciting gifts personally, and supporting senior stakeholders to be effective fundraisers.

An ability to work strategically and deliver against targets is essential, alongside a natural and engaging approach to relationship building.

Experience working in a cultural organisation will be beneficial, though not essential if a keen awareness for philanthropy in the arts can be demonstrated.


Key Attributes

The ideal candidate will possess a strong alignment with our organisational values (Inclusive, Connected, Daring, Sustainable, and Joyful); a positive and solutions-driven approach; a strong 'growth mind-set'; and the ability to work flexibly and take on challenges typical of a fast-moving organisation.


How to Apply

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