Relationship Manager, Visual Arts (LL32)

SHAPESLewisham; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is looking for a dedicated Relationship Manager to enhance the visual arts landscape in London. This role involves providing funding advice, assessing grant applications, and advocating for accessible artist workspaces. You'll work closely with diverse practitioners and organizations, contributing to the growth and sustainability of the visual arts sector. If you're passionate about promoting inclusion and positive change, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the creative community.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of London’s visual arts landscape and current trends.
• Experience evaluating grant applications and providing funding advice.

Responsibilities

• Offer funding advice and assess grant applications for visual arts.
• Champion accessible artist studio workspace and support development.

Skills

Visual Arts Sector Knowledge

Funding Assessment & Advice

Financial Literacy

Advocacy & Strategic Thinking

Strong Communication

Commitment to Equity

Job description

Relationship Manager, Visual Arts (LL32)

We are seeking a committed and knowledgeable Relationship Manager to join our London team, supporting visual arts organisations and artists across the capital. In this pivotal role, you’ll offer funding advice, assess grant applications, monitor funded activity, and contribute to wider strategic goals. A key focus will be championing accessible artist studio workspace and supporting place-based development. This is an opportunity to work closely with a wide range of practitioners and organisations, contributing to the growth and sustainability of London’s visual arts sector while promoting inclusion and positive change.

Visual Arts Sector Knowledge – Deep understanding of London’s visual arts landscape, including current trends and challenges.
Funding Assessment & Advice – Experience evaluating grant applications and offering guidance to artists and organisations.
Financial Literacy – Ability to assess financial information and identify risks within project plans.
Advocacy & Strategic Thinking – Skilled in championing issues such as affordable artist workspace and creative place-making.
Strong Communication – Confidence in working with a variety of stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
Commitment to Equity – A clear dedication to diversity, accessibility, and supporting inclusive arts practice.