We are recruiting for a Development Manager to join Midlands Arts Centre. This is a full time role (37.5 hours per week) and the salary is £30,038 per annum. Working closely with the Director of Development, you will deliver individual giving, Supporters' Circle activity and public fundraising appeals, while supporting corporate partnerships and trusts and foundations. The role involves building strong relationships, planning engaging supporter events and writing persuasive fundraising communications, including appeals linked to future capital developments. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and motivated fundraiser who believes in the power of arts and culture to create positive change. Job Purpose: To deliver key strands of MAC's Development and Fundraising Strategy, with responsibility for Individual Giving, Supporters' Circle, donor events and fundraising communications, while also supporting Corporate fundraising and Trusts and Foundations activity. The Development Manager will be a confident, target-driven fundraiser with excellent writing skills and a strong ability to build relationships. The role will play a central part in delivering public appeals, supporter engagement and long-term giving, including activity linked to exciting capital developments. You can find a full job description including key responsibilities, person specification and details about online meeting enquiries by clicking the apply now button. How to Apply To apply for this post please follow the link to our jobs page and click the apply now button and follow the application process. Deadline All applications must be received no later than 12pm midday Monday 16 February 2026 Late applications will not be considered. Please be aware that we may close this vacancy before the stated deadline if we receive a high number of applications. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible. Short-listing Shortlisted candidates will be informed at the latest by end of day Friday 20 February 2026 Interviews Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview the week commencing 23 February 2026Job Summary
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