Deputy Director

ArtsHub Australia Pty; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent arts organization in Greater London is seeking a Deputy Director to join their dedicated team. This role focuses on developing a business plan and fundraising strategy to secure the organization's future. The ideal candidate will have business development expertise, strong financial management skills, and a background in cultivating relationships with funders. Responsibilities include managing operations, overseeing budgets, and supporting the Director. This is a pivotal role for driving operational resilience and income diversification.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in business and fundraising.
• Ability to work collaboratively with leadership.
• Proven track record in developing business plans and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Business Plan and strategic documents.
• Cultivate relationships with funders and partners.
• Manage budgets, income targets, and operational processes.

Skills

Business development expertise

Fundraising strategy

Financial management

Relationship management

Strategic planning

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Job Summary

LADA is seeking a Deputy Director to join our small but dedicated team as we build on LADA’s influential history and make plans for the next ten years.

Job Description

We are seeking an individual with business and fundraising expertise to join us in transforming and securing LADA’s future. Focusing on business development, the Deputy Director will work closely with the Director to ensure financial and operational resilience, diversify income, and deliver a purpose-driven business plan that supports our vision and mission.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Director and Board to develop the Business Plan, Risk Register, KPIs, and other strategic documents.
• Work with the Director to develop and deliver a fundraising strategy across public and private funding streams.
• Develop and innovate LADA’s earned income streams, including sales (Live Art Bookshop), HEI partnerships, education programmes and commercial service opportunities.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with funders, donors, and partners including management of CRM.
• Produce annual impact reports and develop evaluation methods in line with LADA’s core values.
• Set, monitor and report on budgets, income targets, management accounts and cashflows.
• Manage sales, merchandise, and digital income initiatives, including sales analysis and financial processes.
• Research and strategise LADA’s options for the future cost of space and premises.
• Oversee day-to-day operations including rent, rates, bills, contracts, insurance, and Health & Safety compliance, ensuring efficient use of resources and business resilience.
• Lead on Higher Education Institutions and knowledge exchange partnership development.
• Shape & implement LADA’s values and policies, embedding an organisational culture of connection, learning and responsibility that creates change for LADA team, collaborators and wider sector.
• Deputise for the Director during periods of leave or absence.

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