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The remarkable St Martin-in-the-Fields Trust is searching for a brilliant Major Donor Manager to join an established high-performing team to lead on a new focus of acquisition and stewardship.
Applications close at: 9 a.m. Monday 10th February 2025.
Location: A blend of working between Home and Trafalgar Square Office (60/40)
About St-Martin-in-the-Fields Trust
St Martin-in-the-Fields is more than a building. It’s a centre of ideas and vibrant, diverse communities. Its fine architecture and prominent location place it at the heart of the city and nation. It has a vibrant tradition, but St Martin’s has always been innovative in response to changing needs.
Architecturally, spiritually, culturally and socially, St Martin’s has helped to form the world around it. And it’s why we open our doors to welcome people on the very edge of society, including those who are homeless or sleeping rough.
St Martin-in-the-Fields Trust exists solely to support the work of St Martin-in-the-Fields. We raise money to help St Martin’s maintain its historic buildings, develop the world-class music programme for the mission and ministry of the church and help fund the work with homeless and vulnerable people.
About the role
The Major Donor Manager will play a vital role in fundraising activities to support their mission. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to engage major donors and cultivate meaningful relationships, thus maximising donations.
At St Martin-in-the-Fields, the focus within the Trust team is to put the supporter and donor at the centre of everything we do, ensuring they feel inspired by our work.
We aspire that all donors are engaged and committed to our cause, ultimately making a commitment to do something amazing.
Who we are looking for
We are searching for exceptional major donor fundraisers who pride themselves on cultivating and building first-class relationships with remarkable donors.
Ideal candidates will be well-versed in public speaking and senior stakeholder engagement, bringing gravitas to all engagement opportunities. Candidates will also be hard workers who thrive when cultivating and building a pipeline of new support.
This is a hugely significant organisation with an incredible history, offering a fascinating and unique opportunity within major donor fundraising.
If you are interested in homelessness, heritage, arts, classical music or faith, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and work for a vibrant, interesting and iconic charity.
Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the job description and register your interest to apply.
Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 10th February 2025.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Digital Marketing Manager
c. £38,000 per annum
Permanent- Onsite 4 days a week- East Sussex
The Talent Set is excited to partner with a renowned historical membership association to recruit a Digital Marketing Manager. In this dynamic role, the successful postholder will develop and execute online content and social media strategy aimed at enhancing brand engagement, expanding audience reach, and building stronger connections with both existing and diverse new audiences.
This role manages core social media and digital channels, working with the in-house Content team to plan, curate, and publish engaging content across social media, the website, and paid campaigns. Collaborating with the CRM lead on email marketing, it combines creative storytelling with data insights to strengthen audience relationships and support the organisations marketing goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and oversee a 12-month online content calendar, ensuring all digital content aligns with the organisation’s mission, brand values, and audience objectives.
- Create and implement social media campaigns that drive engagement and audience growth, integrating with broader marketing initiatives across platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube.
- Utilise tools like Google Analytics and Meta Business Suite to track performance, provide insights, and refine strategies to optimise audience engagement and user experiences.
- Work with cross-departmental teams to produce high-quality, engaging digital assets that showcase the organisations achievements and community impact.
- Manage and mentor the Marketing Assistant, fostering their growth while developing processes to encourage digital storytelling contributions across the organisation.
Person Specification:
- Proven experience in online content strategy, social media management, and digital marketing, with a strong understanding of audience engagement, brand consistency, and performance optimisation.
- Exceptional copywriting and editorial skills with a flair for producing engaging, audience-focused content tailored for digital platforms, including video commissioning and management.
- Advanced knowledge of tools like Google Analytics, Meta Business Suite, and content management systems, alongside expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma for visual content creation.
- Excellent organisational skills, capable of handling multiple priorities, managing complex projects, and meeting tight deadlines with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
- Familiarity with the arts, membership or charity sector, and a passion for making the arts more accessible to diverse audiences, including experience with live streaming or digital event delivery.
Benefits:
- Take a leading role in shaping the organisation’s digital presence, delivering engaging content that supports world-class art and artists.
- Enjoy exclusive benefits, including free gym classes, subsidised dining, access to world-class shows, and discounts at high-street retailers through benefits hub.
- Work in the inspiring surroundings of East Sussex, with free on-site parking, an electric car charging scheme, and a convenient minibus service to and from two local train station.
The deadline for applications is Friday 17th January 2024
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Digital Marketing Assistant
c.£24,000 per annum
Permanent- Onsite 4 days a week- East Sussex
The Talent Set is excited to partner with a renowned historical membership association to recruit a Digital Marketing Assistant. This dynamic role offers the chance to contribute to the organisation’s social media and online content strategy, working closely with the team to create engaging, creative, and high-quality content.
This opportunity is ideal for a Media or Marketing Graduate or someone with equivalent experience seeking to grow their career in a creative, content-focused role. Join a passionate team and help shape the organisation’s digital presence while building your skills in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, draft, schedule, and publish engaging content across social media platforms, generating creative ideas to support audience growth and engagement while monitoring interactions.
- Update and manage website content using the CMS, ensuring accuracy, brand alignment, and process improvements for streamlined workflows.
- Assist in planning, creating, and distributing email campaigns while monitoring performance and recommending data-driven improvements.
- Track and analyse website and social media metrics using tools like Google Analytics, providing actionable insights to optimise content and strategies.
- Manage digital content projects, liaising with stakeholders to ensure quality deliverables, and support broader marketing initiatives.
- Assist with press coverage, chaperoning media partners, and planning events, providing hands-on support to ensure smooth execution and alignment with brand values.
Person Specification:
- Proficiency with CMS platforms, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign), and tools like Figma, plus familiarity with Meta Business Suite for social media management.
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners, showing adaptability and flexibility in managing tasks.
- Degree or relevant qualification in marketing, communications, or related field, or equivalent work experience, with strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills adaptable for digital platforms.
- Understanding of digital marketing principles, including SEO, social media strategies, UX, and experience with analytics tools like Google Analytics.
- Excellent ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and maintain attention to detail with a proactive problem-solving mindset.
- Familiarity with CRM systems, email marketing platforms, and previous experience in arts or charity marketing, coupled with creativity and a passion for digital content development.
Benefits:
- Contribute to the organisations renowned brand by crafting engaging and high-quality digital content, playing a key role in growing the social media presence and supporting marketing efforts.
- Gain hands-on experience in digital marketing, content creation, and event support, while learning from a collaborative team in a world-class arts membership organisation.
- Enjoy exclusive benefits, including free gym classes, subsidised dining, access to world-class shows, and discounts at high-street retailers through benefits hub.
- Work in the inspiring surroundings of East Sussex, with free on-site parking, an electric car charging scheme, and a convenient minibus service to and from two local train station.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 26th January 2024
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
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St John’s is a central London Anglican Church in the modern, liberal catholic tradition, with very strong local connections. We have recently completed a £6m renovation, and have a flourishing cultural and community programme.
Our two Churches – St John’s opposite Waterloo station and St Andrew’s near the Young Vic theatre – have regular worship at their heart. Our main service is at 10.30am on Sundays at St John’s. We aim to nourish a very broad musical tradition, drawing resources from around the world as well as from Anglicanism.
St John’s also works closely with its sister-charity The Bridge At Waterloo which delivers a variety of programmes and projects in our spaces from therapeutic gardening to arts festivals. Along with our regular, diverse members, we warmly welcome visitors, and our proximity to King’s College and the LSE means we also aim to offer a broad-based home church for students currently in London.
What are we looking for? For this role, we are seeking someone:
· To have oversight, with the Vicar, for the direction of music for liturgy at St John’s s and to work with the clergy, organist, PCC and congregation to continue to develop a rich diversity of styles of music.
· To build the choir, continuing to develop the repertoire, train the singers and recruit and integrate new members.
· To ensure all principal Sunday services, Occasional Offices (Weddings and Funerals) and Festivals are properly staffed and that the Director, organist or a deputy is available to play at all principal services.
· To work with the clergy team to produce lists of hymns, songs, anthems etc. appropriate to each service.
· To be responsible for a set music budget, agreed with the Treasurer each November for presentation to the PCC, and for all music purchases and score hires.
· To work collaboratively with the clergy, choir, organist and congregation in developing the ministry of the church through music.
· To ensure that the Parish Safeguarding Policy for Children and Vulnerable Adults is properly implemented within the choir and all areas under the Director of Music’s responsibility.
Who are we looking for? For this role, we are seeking someone with the following qualities:
- Committed to encouraging grass roots music making drawing on contemporary and traditional Anglican and other traditions.
- Proven ability to relate to a broad range of people and encouraging them to participate in music making.
- Proven ability to teach and lead music to a broad range of abilities, from the semi-professional to the complete beginner .
- Committed to developing the worshipping community at St John's.
- Robust and up for a challenge.
- The ability to work as part of a team.
- Appropriate qualification in choral or instrumental musicianship.
- Committed to encouraging inclusive Christianity, recognising and acknowledging a wide range of theological understandings within the church.
Employer: St John’s Waterloo
Accountable to: The Parochial Parish Council of St John’s Waterloo
Line Manager: The churchwardens of St John’s Waterloo
Hours: 4.5 hours per week. Core hours are Sundays between 10 and 1.30, divided between the 10.30 service and rehearsal after church, with an additional hour/week for preparation time. Additional hours may be required for principal services, especially at Christmas and Easter.
Pay: £37,182 per annum pro rata = £4,780 pa plus contributory pension scheme (RSCM recommended). There will be a three month probationary period.
Holiday entitlement: 5 weeks pro rata including no more than five Sundays outside of August (when the choir is on leave)
Looking after our congregation and visitors: St John’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers interacting with these groups to share this commitment. This position will be subject to satisfactory DBS and reference checks.
Administrative support: The Music Director will have access to the office facilities and equipment as required in order to carry out their responsibilities as outlined (printing, photocopier, stationery etc.).
Closing date: Friday 31st January
Interviews: Thursday 6th February, afternoon
- Additionally, kindly send us the contact details of two referees and state whether we may contact them now.
Registered Charity
6 - 10
St John’s is a central London Anglican Church in the modern, liberal catholic tradition, with very strong local connections.
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‘The Academy of Ancient Music confirmed their status as perhaps the finest period-instrument ensemble performing today…’ Opera Today
The Development and Events Co-ordinator plays a vital role in supporting AAM’s fundraising activity. The role holder will take responsibility for the management of our Friends membership scheme. In addition, working in collaboration with the Head of Development, the role holder will oversee a programme of stewardship and cultivation events for all our members, donors and prospects, including drinks receptions at concerts and special events in a variety of different venues.
The Development and Events Co-ordinator will take responsibility for the effective use of AAM’s donor database (currently Infoodle), overseeing the input of financial information, managing e-mail and post mailings and providing a range of reports.
The Development and Events Co-ordinator will support the Head of Development in researching Trust and Foundation and individual prospects and donors. The role-holder will also provide administrative support for our Development activities including generating acknowledgement letters and taking minutes at Development Board and working group meetings.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.