Head of Business Development - The Tetley, Leeds

The Tetley is seeking an experienced and energetic Head of Business Development with a proven track record of growing commercial and fundraising income in the arts.

The Tetley has been granted Arts Council England NPO status for 2018-22.

This an exciting opportunity to become a key, senior figure in an important cultural organisation at a moment of organisational change, working alongside the Executive Director and Artistic Director.

Job overview

Full-time
£36,000 per annum
25 days holidays plus statutory holiday allowance

The Head of Business Development is responsible for providing commercial leadership and delivering income streams to support delivery of The Tetley’s strategic and business plans.

This role has been created to maximise the net financial contribution to The Tetley generated by:
•Commercial activities, including private event hires, bars and catering
•Fundraising from trusts and foundations
•Corporate partnerships and philanthropic giving

Ensuring The Tetley’s profile, reputation and success continues to grow within the city and region, as well as nationally and internationally, the post-holder will set strategy and be accountable for long-term growth in:
•Commercial opportunities
•Marketing impact and media coverage
•Audience Development
•Fundraising

For a full job description & person spec and application pack, please email recruitment@thetetley.org with the email heading Head of Business Development application pack request or phone Nicole Zepmeisel on 0113 3202323.

Application deadline 5pm on Tuesday 5 December 2017.

Interviews will take place in Leeds on Tuesday 12 December 2017

Candidates selected for interviews will be informed by the end of Thursday 7 December 2017

Unfortunately, they are unable to contact unsuccessful candidates.