Patrons Manager

Development Department
Salary £27,000 plus attractive benefits
(Maternity cover contract lasting approximately 12 months)

The Royal Academy of Arts is one of the UK’s foremost arts institutions, famous for its world class exhibitions including Manet, Anish Kapoor and David Hockney. Its purpose is to be a clear, strong voice for art and artists. Its public programme promotes the creation, study and enjoyment of art to a wide range of audiences through exhibitions, education and debate.

The Development Department plays a vital role in the success and growth of the Royal Academy of Arts as a dynamic and independent institution. We are now looking for a talented and experienced Patrons Manager to join the team and help realise the ambitions of this world renowned institution.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience of identifying, recruiting and delivering benefits to Patrons (within an arts setting/environment) with excellent knowledge of the London and international contemporary art scene.

They will be able to quickly forge strong relationships with the Academy’s supporters. Socially confident, articulate and persuasive, they will have excellent presentation and organisational skills with a thorough knowledge of budget management. They will be comfortable working to targets.

Well-honed IT skills together with database knowledge (preferably Raiser’s Edge) are essential.

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To apply for this post, please complete the application form and return to recruitment@royalacademy.org.uk

Closing date for applications: 15 March 2013
Interviews to be held: 26 & 27 March 2013

• Royal Academy of Arts