Development Lead
| Posting date: | 22 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 21 February 2026 |
| Location: | Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, London W6 0QL |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Turtle Key Arts |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
Turtle Key Arts is seeking an experienced and motivated Development Lead to join our small, dynamic team. This new role will be central to delivering our fundraising strategy, building on our long-standing reputation as creative producers of ground-breaking inclusive arts projects.
Working 3 days a week alongside the CEO, Artistic Director and Trustees, you will:
Lead on fundraising across trusts & foundations, corporate and individual giving
Build relationships with funders and partners to secure new multi-year income
Strengthen donor stewardship and embed a culture of philanthropy across the charity
Enhance our fundraising systems and communications (Donorfy CRM)
Advocate for Turtle Key Arts and our mission of delivering inclusive arts for underrepresented communities
We are looking for someone with:
A successful track record in fundraising for arts/charities
Excellent writing and relationship-building skills
Confidence managing multiple priorities in a small team
A commitment to inclusion and access in the arts
To apply, please email a CV and covering letter (max 2 pages) or up to three minutes of audio outlining how your skills and experience match the role to anna@turtlekeyarts.org.uk.
Deadline for applications: Monday 16 February 2026 at 5pm
First round interviews (in person Lyric Hammersmith): w/c 2 March 2026
Second round interviews (in person, Lyric Hammersmith): w/c 9 march 2026
Contract: Part-time, 3 days per week (fixed-term, 3 years with ambition to extend subject to funding)
Location: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, London W6 0QL
Salary: £45,000 per annum, pro rata
Start date: April 2026 (exact start date negotiable)
Working 3 days a week alongside the CEO, Artistic Director and Trustees, you will:
Lead on fundraising across trusts & foundations, corporate and individual giving
Build relationships with funders and partners to secure new multi-year income
Strengthen donor stewardship and embed a culture of philanthropy across the charity
Enhance our fundraising systems and communications (Donorfy CRM)
Advocate for Turtle Key Arts and our mission of delivering inclusive arts for underrepresented communities
We are looking for someone with:
A successful track record in fundraising for arts/charities
Excellent writing and relationship-building skills
Confidence managing multiple priorities in a small team
A commitment to inclusion and access in the arts
To apply, please email a CV and covering letter (max 2 pages) or up to three minutes of audio outlining how your skills and experience match the role to anna@turtlekeyarts.org.uk.
Deadline for applications: Monday 16 February 2026 at 5pm
First round interviews (in person Lyric Hammersmith): w/c 2 March 2026
Second round interviews (in person, Lyric Hammersmith): w/c 9 march 2026
Contract: Part-time, 3 days per week (fixed-term, 3 years with ambition to extend subject to funding)
Location: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, London W6 0QL
Salary: £45,000 per annum, pro rata
Start date: April 2026 (exact start date negotiable)
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