As Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager, you will play a key role in the development and delivery of a successful trusts and foundations strategy, securing grants towards a broad range of programmes and activity to support and strengthen the UK museum sector. Working closely with the Head of Trusts and Foundations and Head of Programme Development, you will develop high quality, compelling funding proposals in support of Art Fund's strategic priorities. You will devise cultivation plans to engage new supporters and provide a high level of stewardship to secure and manage a portfolio of five, six and seven-figure grants. Joining an experienced and high performing Development team, you will oversee a varied workplan and a diverse portfolio of grant-making foundations, contributing towards a Major Giving team target of £5 million annually. For this role, we are looking for a highly motivated and strategic fundraiser with curiosity and passion for the museum and gallery sector, excellent written communication skills, and experience in securing substantial philanthropic support from foundations or other grant-making bodies. This is a unique opportunity to join Art Fund at the beginning of our new five-year strategy (2027-2031). We are working to enrich and share public collections in new ways, increase access to museums for audiences across the UK, and amplify the sector through a broad range of programmes, advocacy training and support. Partnerships with trusts and foundations will be vital to the success of our new strategy, and as the Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager you will work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to bring these to life. Key Employee Benefits Closing deadline: 23.59pm on Tuesday 1 December 2026. If you would like to find out more, please click the apply now button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.Job Summary
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- Generous Annual leave
- Free National Art Pass
- Life Assurance
- Season Ticket Loan
- PensionsHow to Apply