Whitechapel Gallery was established in 1901 in East London – home, then as now, to working class and migrant communities – with the aim of bringing “the finest art of the world to the people of the East End”. Over a century later, the Gallery is celebrated for being one of the most exciting, relevant and thought-provoking public spaces in the UK, making contemporary art and ideas accessible and engaging to audiences everywhere.
As a Trustee of the Whitechapel Gallery, you will support and advance the delivery of the Gallery’s ambitions. You will champion our critical role as a public cultural institution that is open and accessible to everyone. Your advocacy will enhance our commitment to ground-breaking programming and to being a permeable, inclusive institution. You will safeguard the Whitechapel Gallery’s future, ensuring that the Gallery is sustainable, financially, environmentally and socially.
We are seeking to recruit Trustees with expertise in one or more of the following:
1. Governance expertise
2. Fundraising and business development
3. Senior level expertise in digital, IT and new technologies
4. Practising artists who are based in London
In addition to being a proven leader in your field, you will also fulfil the following criteria:
* A passion for the mission of Whitechapel Gallery and a willingness to represent and advocate for Whitechapel Gallery in the public realm
* Strong communication skills and the ability to contribute to Board-level discussion and wider policy and strategy development
* A strong commitment to equal opportunities and diversity
* Strong networks and willingness to mobilise these networks for the benefit of Whitechapel Gallery
* Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as a member of a team and to exercise good, independent judgement
* Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trustee
For further information and to apply, please visit our website.
The deadline to apply is Tuesday 21 October 2025, midday.
Interviews will be conducted on Wednesday 29 October 2025.