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Join the British Museum's exciting transformation journey as a Patrons Manager, making arts and sciences accessible globally.
Overview
Salary
£35928
Location
Bloomsbury, London - Hybrid
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
The British Museum, globally renowned institution dedicated to human history, art, and culture, is undergoing an unprecedented transformation. You'll be part of a historic change as we renovate our spaces, implement cutting-edge engagement methods, and introduce innovative operational approaches.
Role Summary
- Manage and expand the museum's Patrons Programme, driving income growth and maintaining high retention rates.
- Acts as chief liaison for Patron groups, coordinating with Development, Events, and Supporter Engagement departments.
- Provides leadership in the absence of the Senior Manager.
Role Requirements
- Prior experience in fundraising, membership, or patron management, specifically within large organizations like the British Museum.
- Track record of meeting ambitious income targets.
- Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- IT Literacy, with experience in CRM systems like Raiser's Edge.
- Availability to work evenings and occasional weekends.
Application Process Details
- Applications must be legal to work in the UK without sponsorship.
- Selected candidates must comply with HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard.
The British Museum is undergoing its most significant transformation in nearly three centuries, encompassing both physical and intellectual advancements. This includes extensive building and gallery renovations, new methods of audience engagement, and innovative operational approaches. Inspired by our founder Hans Sloane, we aim to create a museum that connects all arts and sciences, accessible to everyone globally.
As a Patrons Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing and expanding the Museum's Patrons Programme. Reporting to the Senior Patrons Manager, your responsibilities will include driving income growth, maintaining high retention rates, and serving as the primary liaison for most Patrons groups. You will work closely with the Senior Patrons Manager, Patrons Coordinator, and colleagues within the Development, Events, and Supporter Engagement departments to enhance the success of the Patrons Programme and provide leadership in the absence of the Senior Manager.
We are looking for a candidate with proven experience in fundraising, membership, or patron management, and a history of meeting ambitious income targets. Ideal candidates will have a deep understanding of fundraising structures within large organizations like the British Museum and experience in building relationships with high-net-worth individuals. You should possess exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, be IT literate with experience in CRM systems like Raiser's Edge, and be available to work evenings and occasional weekends.
The British Museum offers a comprehensive benefits package, including free exhibition entry, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, learning and development opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced parental leave, and a Civil Service Pension Scheme. We value Care Deeply, Embrace the Unknown, Spark Curiosity, and Value Many Voices, and seek candidates who demonstrate these values.
Please note, sponsorship is not available for this role, and successful candidates will need to comply with the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard.
