Location
Bloomsbury, London (Hybrid) - Minimum 3 days on site per week

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£60,256 to £67,828 per year depending on experience

About the Role
The Head of Patrons is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and growing the British Museum’s Patrons programme and delivering an exceptional experience for more than 200 supporters. You will lead the programme strategically and operationally, strengthening recruitment, retention and engagement while maximising its contribution to the Museum’s fundraising ambitions. At an important moment for the Museum, you will help connect Patrons with its strategic priorities and build clearer pathways into major philanthropy as the Museum prepares for its major capital campaign. Working closely with the Head of Major Gifts and Legacies, Director of Philanthropy, senior volunteers and colleagues across the Museum, you will identify supporters with the potential to deepen their giving and ensure the Patrons programme continues to evolve as a sector-leading donor programme.

The British Museum is undertaking its biggest transformation since its founding nearly 300 years ago. This physical and intellectual transformation includes large scale building and gallery changes, new ways of connecting with audiences and different ways of working. Guided by the vision of its founder Hans Sloane, the Museum aims to connect all arts and sciences and be accessible to everyone, everywhere.

Benefits
Free exhibition entry for you and guests, exclusive private views, ICOM and reciprocal museum access. Civil Service Pension Scheme defined benefit with 28.97% employer contribution. 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days (and +5 days after 10 years). Social and wellbeing perks including staff parties, social clubs, CSSC sports and leisure, and support from the Civil Service Retirement Fellowship. Peer support and allyship with five diversity networks for community. Learning and development through courses, mentoring and Athena as well as support for professional qualifications. Enhanced parental leave including maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.

Values
Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered: Care Deeply, Embrace the Unknown, Spark Curiosity, Value Many Voices. These values are integral to our recruitment and selection process.

Experience
Proven track record in fundraising or relationship management, specifically working with patrons, major donors or high value clients. Experience managing a substantial donor pipeline and creating thoughtful cultivation plans including face-to-face asks.

About you
Confident and persuasive communicator with excellent judgement and diplomacy. Proactive and commercially minded approach. Comfortable working independently within a complex organisation. Experience coaching and supporting colleagues. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to adapt approach to individual supporter motivations.

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated, but a background in fundraising, relationship management or a related field is implied. A commitment to the Museum’s values and mission is essential.