Head of Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships

Guardian Jobs; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal College of Music seeks a Head of Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships to lead fundraising strategies and engage with donors. This pivotal role requires a strategic leader to inspire a team and drive philanthropic income. Join a committed team at a renowned institution during a transformative period.

Qualifications

• Proven major gifts fundraising experience.
• Experience working within philanthropic campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of fundraising strategies.
• Inspire and support a talented team.

Skills

Fundraising

Relationship Management

Strategic Development

Job description

The Royal College of Music (RCM) stands at the forefront of global music education and performance. Recently ranked the world’s top institution for performing arts for the fourth consecutive year, we are home to an extraordinary community of artists, educators, scientists, technologists, and supporters united by a shared belief in music’s power to transform lives and society.

As we look to the future, philanthropy and partnerships will play a vital role in delivering our mission and ambitious plans, and we’re looking for a senior fundraising leader to join us as Head of Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships - a newly reimagined role, designed to help lead the strategic development and management of a comprehensive supporter engagement programme at the RCM which engages and motivates donors, corporate partners and other key stakeholders and ultimately increases philanthropic income for the College. This is a pivotal leadership role and we are seeking a strategic, confident and relationship-focussed fundraising practitioner to inspire a talented team and drive forward a step-change in giving to the RCM.

Reporting to the Director of Development and working closely with senior stakeholders across the College, you will lead the design and delivery of fundraising strategies across all levels of giving, and galvanise a team, supporting their growth and success. Your proven major gifts fundraising experience, alongside your collaborative nature and creativity, will shine through and help you to establish trust and deliver results. Your natural ability to connect, engage, and motivate others around a shared vision will be key, as is your talent for identifying donor opportunities and translating them into long-term impact. Previous experience of working within philanthropic campaigns is essential, and it would be highly advantageous if you have worked with donors internationally.

In return, you’ll join an ambitious, committed and collaborative team at a world-renowned institution at a defining moment in its journey. With a diverse student body, ambitious goals, and a growing global reach, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of the RCM.

To learn more about this career-defining opportunity, please contact our recruitment partners at Richmond Associates on [phone] or [e-mail], or visit https://richmond-associates.com/job/rcm-head-of-philanthropy-and-corporate-partnerships/ to download further details

Closing date for applications: 9am on Friday, 23 May 2025.