Hampstead Theatre is one of London's leading producing theatres, championing original, world class new writing across two stages. We are entering an exciting new chapter following the forthcoming retirement of our Development Director, Cathy Baker, who is stepping down after nearly eleven remarkable years in the role. Cathy has played a defining part in strengthening our fundraising programmes, deepening donor relationships and supporting the theatre through a dynamic period in its history. She leaves a strong platform for continued growth. With the theatre now operating without Arts Council England revenue funding, philanthropy plays a central role in sustaining our artistic ambition and long term resilience. The #HampsteadAhead campaign has already raised over £1.1m, supported by an engaged community of Patrons, Friends, major donors, trusts, foundations and corporate partners. We are seeking a strategic, ambitious and relationship driven Development Director to lead our fundraising strategy and grow income across all philanthropic streams. You will join a collaborative senior team in an organisation where fundraising is deeply embedded into planning, communications and audience engagement. This senior role combines strategic leadership, high level relationship management, team leadership and hands on fundraising. You will oversee major giving, patrons, Friends, production syndicates, trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships and campaign activity; lead key stewardship and cultivation events; manage budgets, KPIs and reporting; and line manage two Development Managers. You will inherit a committed supporter base, strong organisational momentum and a culture that recognises philanthropy as essential to delivering ambitious artistic and community work.