Philanthropy Manager

Philanthropy Manager

The Roundhouse Trust Closing date: Tue, 31 Mar 2026

Artform: Charity
Role: Fundraising
Contract: Permanent
London

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

We are looking for a Philanthropy Manager who will be joining a team focusing on supporting our work with young people accessing creativity and employment in the creative industries and directly supporting the creative studios which sit below our venue.

Job Description

You will be joining a team focusing on supporting our work with young people accessing creativity and employment in the creative industries and directly supporting the creative studios which sit below our venue.

As part of a team of 5, raising £700k for the current year, rising to £1m by 2028, as part of an overall fundraised income goal of £6 Million. The role reports into the Head of Philanthropy and sits within the directorship of Partnerships and Impact, which also holds the organisation's programmes with young people and public affairs. You'll manage a junior members of the team as well as working closely with our Events manager and Principle gift lead.

You'll be responsible for driving your own portfolio of 90 prospects and donors, including 4-figure and 5-figure levels.

A day in the life of a philanthropy manager could begin with researching and identifying prospects from a recent event; giving a studio tour to prospective donors and enthusing them about our youth programme; preparing a report for a major donor about our work with young entrepreneurs; and ending the day in the members bar with a current supporter who's there for a gig.

Weekend and evening work will be required according to business needs, mainly through attending departmental events with donors and attending the members bar.

Job Requirements

We would expect applicants to this role to have at least 3 years previous experience in managing a portfolio of prospects and donors and securing gifts toward charitable aims or projects. The ideal candidate would also have management experience of staff or volunteers and of working in a team towards a shared fundraising goal.

We welcome applications from people who feel they can bring their own skills, experiences and ideas to the table and empower those around them to do the same. We actively encourage those currently underrepresented across the cultural sector and all intersections of our diverse society to apply.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must have a current and acceptable DBS check, or be willing to undertake one.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Philanthropy Manager
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Charity
  • Role: Fundraising
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Tue, 31 Mar 2026
  • Location:
    London
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Job: Philanthropy Manager

Job: Philanthropy Manager

Organisation: The Roundhouse Trust

Postcode: NW1 8EH

How to Apply

For more information please download the full job description from our website and if you would like to apply, and feel you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please click “Apply Now” to complete your application by 31 March 2026, Midnight