Patrons Programme Director

National Museums; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free exhibition entry

Civil Service Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Staff wellbeing

Professional development

Parental leave

Job summary

British Museum is seeking a Head of Patrons to shape and grow the Patrons programme, delivering an exceptional experience for over 200 supporters. The role leads strategically and operationally, strengthening recruitment, retention and engagement while maximising income to support fundraising ambitions.

You will drive cultivation, build trusted relationships with high-value donors, and collaborate with senior colleagues to align the programme with strategic priorities and the upcoming capital

Qualifications

• You will be an experienced fundraising or relationship management professional with a strong track record of working with patrons, major donors or high value clients.
• You will know how to build trusted relationships, manage a substantial donor pipeline and create thoughtful cultivation plans, including making face-to-face asks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Patrons programme, creating ambitious plans to grow membership, engagement and income.
• Build and deepen relationships with Patrons and prospective supporters, developing long term engagement with the Museum.
• Grow the programme using insight and performance data to identify opportunities and drive results.
• Identify and cultivate Patrons with the potential to become major donors.
• Lead and develop the Patrons team and work closely with senior volunteers and colleagues across the Museum.
• Shape and oversee a compelling programme of cultivation and stewardship, including events and international travel.

Job description

British Museum is seeking a Head of Patrons to shape and grow the Patrons programme, delivering an exceptional experience for over 200 supporters. The role leads strategically and operationally, strengthening recruitment, retention and engagement while maximising income to support fundraising ambitions.

You will drive cultivation, build trusted relationships with high-value donors, and collaborate with senior colleagues to align the programme with strategic priorities and the upcoming capital