Overview

JOB TITLE:

Senior Development Manager (Maternity cover)The Royal Armouries is the United Kingdom’s national museum of arms and armour and one of the most important collections of its type in the world, housed at its headquarters and flagship museum in Leeds, its historic home at the Tower of London, and the Victorian Fort Nelson in Hampshire.The Royal Armouries is now seeking an enthusiastic and creative fundraising professional as maternity cover for the Senior Development Manager to play a key role in maximising income predominantly through corporate, individual and visitor giving.At an exciting time in the Armouries history you will have the opportunity to shape fundraising plans, and to use your experience and expertise to develop fundraising initiatives and campaigns that support the museum including the Armouries 700 Masterplan.You will be a persuasive and influential communicator who likes building and deepening relationships with supporters and providing supportive line management to two members of the Development team.Responsibilities

Develop and deliver fundraising initiatives and campaigns that support the museum, including income from corporate, individual and visitor giving.Shape fundraising plans and contribute to the Armouries 700 Masterplan.Engage with stakeholders and build relationships at all levels across the organisation.Provide line management to two members of the Development team.Work flexibly to meet deadlines and travel as required.Hours and location

Hours:

This position is a fixed-term contract for maternity cover, full time, 36 hours per week, 5 days out of 7. Weekend, Bank Holiday and evening working may be required, as will some travel.Location:

Predominantly Leeds office based with occasional work at other RA sites; hybrid working options available.Benefits

Access to the discounted bicycles via Bike2Work schemeAccess to free EAP services via the Employee Assistance ProgramGenerous family friendly leaveAccess to discounted staff car parking25% off staff shop10% off food in on-site caféPension scheme with maximum employer contribution of 9%Access to free online learningSeason ticket loanM-CardCriminal records and checks:

A Police Check/ Disclosure will be requested if you are shortlisted. A criminal record would not necessarily be a bar to employment. All offers are subject to satisfactory references, DBS/Police checks and right to work documentation.To apply

How to apply:

Please visit https://www.cloudonlinerecruitment.co.uk/royalarmouries. You will need to download an application form and upload it via our recruitment system. We cannot accept CVs in place of an application form.Interview dates:

Friday 17 October 2025Note:

If you do not hear from us within 14 days after the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful.Person Specification

Job Title:

Senior Development ManagerDepartment:

DevelopmentQualificationsEducated to degree levelWork ExperienceDemonstrable experience in achieving fundraising targets with levels in excess of £50kExperience of identifying, converting and managing relationships with corporate clients / contactsExperience of identifying, converting and managing relationships with Patrons and major donorsExperience of developing and delivering eventsDemonstrable experience of successfully creating and negotiating support packages with major donors and/or corporatesDemonstrable experience of creating and delivering philanthropic and/or corporate membership programmesSkills and KnowledgeKnowledge and experience of heritage and/or culture sectorHighly developed interpersonal skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHighly developed persuading and influencing skillsProficient in using Microsoft OfficeProficient in using relational databasesUnderstanding of Fundraising, Data Protection legislation and compliance in record managementWorking understanding of tax legislation and regulations in respect of sponsorship in the public sectorPersonal attributesFlexible and able to adapt to changeAbility to work successfully in teamsAbility to deal with a wide variety of peopleAbility to prioritise conflicting demandsAbility to work accurately to deadlinesAbility to proactively manage own workload

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