Job Description

Principal aims of the post:

Reporting into the Head of External Relations, the Development Manager will lead on

the development and implementation of the fundraising strategy for Perth Theatre

and Concert Hall, growing the organisation's charitable income through Trusts &

Foundations, major donors, business sponsors and individual giving schemes. For the full job description please visit perththeatreandconcerthall.com/work-with-us/development-manager/

The ideal candidate will:

Have worked in the charity sector, ideally in an arts or cultural environment; Enjoy working as part of a busy team; Be an outstanding communicator and persuasive storyteller; Enjoy seeking out new fundraising opportunities and developments, and be aware of current sector trends.

Essential:

Experience in developing and delivering a fundraising strategy for a similar-sized organisation; Evidence of raising at least 250,000 per annum through Trusts & Foundations and individual giving programmes; A thorough understanding of the arts fundraising landscape; Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to motivate others and ensure deadlines and targets are met; Experience in identifying and implementing fundraising campaigns; A high level of computer literacy and ability to work across the full Office 365 suite and CRM software; Experience in developing relationships with fundraising partners, major donors and individual supporters; Excellent budget management skills and ability to make accurate forecasts of fundraising income and return on investment.

Desirable:

A relevant qualification in fundraising or a related field.

How to apply:

Deadline: 17:00, Monday 3 November 2025

Interviews: w/c 10 November 2025

If you would like further information about this role, please contact:

recruitment@perththeatreandconcerthall.com

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing relevant experience and interest in the role to recruitment@perththeatreandconcerthall.com

Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within two weeks of the role closing, please assume that your application has not been successful.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 38,434.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:

Perth PH1 5UW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Perth PH1 5UW