Director of Development

Quartet Community Foundation; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent philanthropic organization is seeking a strategic leader as Director of Development. This role focuses on driving fundraising efforts to support disadvantaged communities in Bristol and surrounding areas. The successful candidate will develop key relationships, secure substantial funds, and manage a dedicated team to implement philanthropic initiatives. The position offers a competitive salary of £55,000–£60,000 and a hybrid working model based in Bristol.

Benefits

6% employer pension contribution

Health benefits scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Proven experience in philanthropy and donor relationship management.
• Track record of securing major gifts or revenue funding.
• Experience in the charitable sector and managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with high-net-worth individuals and key partners.
• Secure significant new funds and grow Quartet’s endowment.
• Broker strategic partnerships to support disadvantaged communities.
• Lead and motivate a team delivering philanthropy, grant-making, research, and pro bono services.
• Represent Quartet at events and networks to raise our profile.

Skills

Relationship Management

Fundraising

Strategic Thinking

Leadership

Networking

Communication

Job description

Quartet Community Foundation is seeking a visionary and strategic leader to join our senior team as Director of Development. This new role will drive our ambitious 2026–29 strategy, building partnerships, securing new funding, and growing our endowment to £100 million to support communities across Bristol, Bath & North East Somerset, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with high-net-worth individuals and key partners.
• Secure significant new funds and grow Quartet’s endowment.
• Broker strategic partnerships to support disadvantaged communities.
• Lead and motivate a team delivering philanthropy, grant-making, research, and pro bono services.
• Represent Quartet at events and networks to raise our profile.
• Proven experience in philanthropy and donor relationship management.
• Track record of securing major gifts or revenue funding.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills.
• Excellent networking and communication abilities.
• Experience in the charitable sector and managing teams.

Salary & Benefits

£55,000–£60,000 per annum, depending on experience. Benefits include 6% employer pension contribution, health benefits scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme, and generous holiday entitlement.

Location

Based at our central Bristol office with travel across the region. Hybrid working available.

How to Apply

• Download the Recruitment Pack and Application Form from our website.