Head of Fundraising

Birmingham Royal Ballet (BRB) is one of the world’s leading touring ballet companies. Our mission is to reach out and move people with great ballet and music; tour world-class ballet to the widest possible audiences; create new works that reflect the world we live in; and release the creative potential in people of all ages and backgrounds.

Are you a strategic, inspiring fundraising leader ready to make a profound impact in the arts?

Overall purpose of position:

As Head of Fundraising, you’ll lead a talented team and oversee all fundraising streams, including major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, individual giving, membership, legacies, and events. You’ll craft compelling cases for support, drive income growth (currently c.£2 million annually), and cultivate meaningful relationships with donors and stakeholders.

👥 You’ll Lead

• Senior Manager, Individual Giving
• Senior Manager, Trusts and Research
• Senior Manager, Trusts and Foundations (0.6)
• Events Manager

🔑 Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a strategic fundraising plan aligned with BRB’s business goals
• Lead major donor engagement and grow high-value partnerships
• Oversee Development and Supporter Events for cultivation and stewardship
• Manage budgets, reporting, and compliance across fundraising activities
• Collaborate with the Board of Trustees to unlock new opportunities

🎯 What We’re Looking For

• Proven success in delivering significant fundraising income
• Expertise in major donor fundraising (5- and 6-figure gifts)
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Financial acumen and experience managing targets and KPIs
• Passion for the arts and commitment to diversity and inclusion

✅ Desirable

• Experience working with a Board of Trustees
• Formal fundraising qualification
• Knowledge of the arts sector

🌍 Why BRB?

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of a world-class company that’s redefining ballet for the 21st century. You’ll work alongside passionate creatives, tour nationally and internationally, and help bring transformative art to communities everywhere.

Ready to take centre stage in arts fundraising? Apply now and help us inspire the world through dance and music.

Please see the job description for more information: Job Description Head of Fundraising

Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

How to apply, please submit an updated CV and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and the skills and experiences you will bring to it to Jobs@brb.org.uk, with the subject line "Head of Fundraising". In your email, please indicate where you saw this position advertised.

Diversity Statement: Birmingham Royal Ballet encourages applications from those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, as we strive to improve representation.

As part of the application process, candidates must also complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring form: https://forms.office.com/e/FWeBDBArrY?origin=lprLink