Development Lead - Capital Campaigns

Location: Edinburgh Salary: £49,792 - £56,426 per annum plus generous benefits Application Deadline: 25 August 2026 About the role This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the UK''s most significant cultural fundraising campaigns. We''re looking for an experienced major gifts or capital fundraising professional who thrives on building exceptional relationships and securing transformational support. You''ll join us at a pivotal moment, leading campaigns that will shape the future of Scotland''s national collection and leave a lasting legacy for generations to come. At National Galleries of Scotland, you''ll help secure the future of one of the world''s great art collections, cared for on behalf of the nation. You''ll raise transformational philanthropic support for projects that preserve Scotland''s national collection, expand public access and create lasting cultural impact. We''re looking for a strategic and relationship-focused fundraiser with experience leading complex, high-value fundraising campaigns. You''ll be equally confident working with major donors, senior colleagues, Trustees and volunteer leaders. You''ll combine excellent judgement with strong planning skills, bringing together people, resources and fundraising strategy to deliver ambitious campaign goals. While initially focused on The Art Works, you will have a longer-term remit to help shape future capital fundraising priorities that emerge from our strategic ambitions. You''ll personally progress ..... full job details .....