Senior Patrons Manager

Our client makes theatre that entertains and inspires using its creativity, expertise and unique reach. They share unforgettable stories with millions of audience members across the UK and around the world on stage, on tour, in schools, on cinema screen and streaming at home. The organisation now requires a Senior Patrons Manager and Prospectus is pleased to lead the search. The Senior Patrons Manager will be responsible for leading the Patrons team to raise more than £2m per year from donors giving £1,000-£12,000 to the organisation each year. This includes five distinct levels of giving with amazing support in each, and the postholder will personally lead on the cultivation and stewardship of the two highest levels. Leading the Patrons Team and direct reports, the Senior Patrons Manager will maintain strong working relationships with colleagues in the development department and beyond, including maximising support through the American friends programme. The appointed candidate will have experience securing four and five figure gifts rom individuals and will have experience of managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals and senior volunteers, including providing bespoke tours and maximising engagement via events. The postholder will have experience of line management and will be stepping into an organisation planning the next three year business cycle, so experience of setting budgets and high levels of communication skills are essential. At Prospectus we ..... full job details .....