Job Summary
The post of Fundraising Manager – Corporate Partnerships has been created to help develop and implement a strategy to maximise income from our partnerships with local and national organisations.
Job Description
* Contribute to the development of the corporate partnerships strategy, planning activity and setting targets.
* Research and identify potential sponsors for Eden Court activity such as Under Canvas and the pantomime.
* Develop creative, compelling sponsorship proposals and negotiate agreements with partners.
* Manage implementation of sponsorship agreements, including delivery of benefits such as photo/video opportunities, hospitality events, advertising, branding/acknowledgement, social media posts, media releases, complimentary ticket allocations.
* Develop and strengthen sponsor relationships with regular meetings, communications and reporting.
* Research, identify and recruit new members of the Eden Court Business Club.
* Administer Business Club memberships, including issuing fulfilment materials, invoicing and renewals.
* Manage Business Club member ticket bookings, hospitality, communications and delivery of benefits.
* Cultivate and steward relationships with Business Club members.
* Help with the delivery of events for Business Club members.
* Promote the Business Club and sponsorship opportunities to Eden Court audiences and in business networks.
* Work closely with the Conferences + Events and Marketing teams to develop, promote and deliver cohesive opportunities for businesses at Eden Court, including events, corporate hospitality, advertising and group bookings.
General Responsibilities
* Any other duties requested by the Line Manager, which are reasonable requirements for the job of Fundraising Manager - Corporate Partnerships.
* Abide by and promote organisational policies, such as Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Safeguarding and Data Protection.
* Maintain an environment that is safe and welcoming for participants, audiences, visitors, staff and everyone else.
* Represent Eden Court professionally at external meetings and advocating for the work we do.
Job Requirements
Qualifications / Experience / Knowledge
* Experience of fundraising in the charity, arts or not for profit sector with a proven track record of delivering against targets.
* Track record of securing new partnerships and managing sponsorship relationships in the charity or corporate sector.
* An understanding of the motivations for businesses to work with charities and the partnership structures that are used.
* Knowledge of and contacts within the Highland business community.
* Excellent written skills, with experience of writing for a wide variety of audiences.
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
* Strong financial acumen and experience of working with budgets.
* IT literacy, with experience of using Microsoft programmes.
* Experience of working with ticketing systems or relational CRM databases.
We welcome applications in a format that works best for you. You can apply in writing with a letter (no more than two sides of A4) explaining your interest in the role and why you believe you would be suitable.
You’re also welcome to apply in other formats if preferred — this could include a video or audio recording, or another form that allows you to tell us about yourself and your suitability for the role in a clear and accessible way.
Please also include:
• A recent CV (if you are applying in writing — CVs are not essential for non-written applications)
• Your name
• Your address
• Your phone number
• Any access requirements you may have if invited to interview
Applications should be sent to: jobs@eden-court.co.uk
If you’re unsure about how best to apply or would like to discuss any adjustments or support with the application process, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Applications must be received by Wed 09 Jul 2025
*We may close this vacancy early
Eden Court Theatre is a large theatre, cinema and arts venue situated in Inverness, Scotland. We’re proud to be Scotland’s largest combined arts organisation. We present and make work with, by and for the people of the Highlands and Islands and those who visit us.
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