Database & Research Officer

Scottish Ballet; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts organization in Glasgow is seeking a Database & Research Officer to enhance fundraising efforts and manage the company database. This full-time, 12-month role involves prospect research, data segmentation, and reporting to support the Advancement team. Candidates should have a track record in fundraising research and a passion for the arts. A competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £29,000 is offered along with great benefits. Flexibility in working hours is available, and the position is based at the Glasgow HQ.

Benefits

Competitive pension package

Life assurance

25 days annual leave plus 9 public holidays

Retailer discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Track record of prospect research, identifying partners and donors.
• Experience with Tessitura or similar CRM systems.
• Skilled in data segmentation and reporting on retention.

Responsibilities

• Manage the company database, Tessitura, for fundraising.
• Provide reports on donor retention and acquisition.
• Support the Advancement team in fundraising effectiveness.

Skills

Prospect research

Understanding of Tessitura or other CRM system

Data segmentation and reporting

High-level administration skills

Affinity with arts and culture

Job description

We are looking for a Database & Research Officer to join Scottish Ballet's Advancement team.

This is a new role at Scottish Ballet to help enhance fundraising effectiveness, stewardship and research, leading to increased income through day-to-day management and analysis of the company database, Tessitura.

This role will be a key member of the Advancement team (fundraising) where everything we do aligns with Scottish Ballet's values of excellence, innovation and inclusion.

Scottish Ballet welcomes applications from all communities and backgrounds, building a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We provide specialist support for those who have experienced discrimination or face barriers to inclusion.

What you need to know

Our vacancy is for Database & Research Officer supporting the Advancement team.

In a nutshell, this role is best suited to someone who has:

• A track record of prospect research, identifying partners, donors and trusts leading to increased income.
• Experience of working with and an excellent understanding of Tessitura or other CRM system.
• Experience in data segmentation providing reports on retention and acquisition.
• High-level administration skills to reconcile donations and gift aid, tracking and managing supporter pipelines and plans.
• An affinity with Scottish Ballet’s culture and values and enthusiasm for the arts.

It’s a 12-month, fixed‑term role, with possibility of it becoming a permanent position:

• Salary is £28,000 to £29,00 per annum depending on experience.
• The role is full‑time, 35 hours per week.
• Working hours can be flexible with a minimum of three days in the office.
• The role is based at our Glasgow HQ.
• We offer great benefits including a competitive pension package, life assurance, 25 days of annual leave (plus an additional 9 Scottish public holidays), retailer discounts and a Cycle to Work scheme.

How to apply

Tell us why you want this job and why you think you’d be brilliant at it.

Along with this cover letter, we’ll need your CV detailing any relevant skills, qualifications, or experience, plus the details of two professional referees (who will only be contacted if you are offered the position).

Please note we are required to check if prospective candidates have the right to work in the UK. It would be helpful if you could confirm this along with your application.

Please apply by 5pm on Tuesday 6 January 2026. Interviews will be schedule for the week commencing 19 January 2026.