Development Officer
| Posting date: | 01 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 April 2026 |
| Location: | M50 3AZ |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | The Lowry Theatre |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Development Officer, permanent, £28,000 per annum, plus staff benefits
Lowry is a visual and performing arts venue situated at the heart of MediaCityUK in Salford, one of the world’s most exciting culture and media destinations.
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the most exciting arts organisations in the UK and an established and respected fundraising team. The team has seen real success in all areas of fundraising, from commercially driven partnerships to philanthropic charitable gifts. They pride themselves on incredible attention to detail combined with a fun, supportive and vibrant environment through which they raise funds. The Fundraising and Development team generates vital income from individuals, companies, events, and other supporters to help deliver the organisation’s artistic, learning and community programmes. Income is raised through membership schemes, corporate support, events and philanthropy, alongside strong supporter stewardship and engagement.
The Fundraising and Development Officer will provide essential, high-level administrative and delivery support across the Development team, with a particular focus on supporter services, ticketing, Quay Club bookings, and CRM (SRO) administration. The role also supports the planning and delivery of all Development Department events and provides general administrative assistance to ensure the smooth day to day operation of the team.
This is a hands-on, supporter facing role for a highly skilled administrator, ideal for someone out-going, highly organised, detail focused, and confident working with customers and internal systems. The role is well suited to someone interested in fundraising and events, providing valuable exposure to supporter engagement, membership schemes, and the behind-the-scenes delivery of Development events.
The role has a number of staff benefits including:
Complimentary and discounted theatre and live event tickets.
Free car parking just a few minutes’ walk from the Lowry building.
Paid day off for your birthday.
Discounts at the bars, restaurant and gift shop located within the Lowry building.
Access to Lowry’s Wellbeing Hub and to other health and wellbeing services, including counselling, physiotherapy and remote GP appointments.
Group Life Assurance Scheme.
Please note that Salford Quays is a well-connected destination with a variety of different transport options – bus, car, tram and bike.
The application deadline for this vacancy Friday 24 April 2026
Interviews will be Thursday 7 May 2026 please ensure your availability for this date
Lowry is a visual and performing arts venue situated at the heart of MediaCityUK in Salford, one of the world’s most exciting culture and media destinations.
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the most exciting arts organisations in the UK and an established and respected fundraising team. The team has seen real success in all areas of fundraising, from commercially driven partnerships to philanthropic charitable gifts. They pride themselves on incredible attention to detail combined with a fun, supportive and vibrant environment through which they raise funds. The Fundraising and Development team generates vital income from individuals, companies, events, and other supporters to help deliver the organisation’s artistic, learning and community programmes. Income is raised through membership schemes, corporate support, events and philanthropy, alongside strong supporter stewardship and engagement.
The Fundraising and Development Officer will provide essential, high-level administrative and delivery support across the Development team, with a particular focus on supporter services, ticketing, Quay Club bookings, and CRM (SRO) administration. The role also supports the planning and delivery of all Development Department events and provides general administrative assistance to ensure the smooth day to day operation of the team.
This is a hands-on, supporter facing role for a highly skilled administrator, ideal for someone out-going, highly organised, detail focused, and confident working with customers and internal systems. The role is well suited to someone interested in fundraising and events, providing valuable exposure to supporter engagement, membership schemes, and the behind-the-scenes delivery of Development events.
The role has a number of staff benefits including:
Complimentary and discounted theatre and live event tickets.
Free car parking just a few minutes’ walk from the Lowry building.
Paid day off for your birthday.
Discounts at the bars, restaurant and gift shop located within the Lowry building.
Access to Lowry’s Wellbeing Hub and to other health and wellbeing services, including counselling, physiotherapy and remote GP appointments.
Group Life Assurance Scheme.
Please note that Salford Quays is a well-connected destination with a variety of different transport options – bus, car, tram and bike.
The application deadline for this vacancy Friday 24 April 2026
Interviews will be Thursday 7 May 2026 please ensure your availability for this date