Development Manager

Lowry is a visual and performing arts venue situated at the heart of MediaCityUK in Salford, one of the world’s most exciting culture and media destinations.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the most exciting arts organisations in the UK, and an established and respected fundraising team. The team has seen real success in all areas of fundraising, from commercially driven partnerships to philanthropic charitable gifts. They pride themselves on incredible attention to detail combined with a fun, vibrant and supportive environment through which they raise funds. The Development Manager will play a key role in the team and will be responsible for day-to-day delivery of Lowry’s Philanthropic and Corporate giving initiatives and busy events calendar. A strategic and senior role, the post holder will generate funds through High-Net-Worth individuals, major corporate partnerships and sponsorships, and mid to lower-level individual giving. The Development Manager reports directly to the Head of Development (Philanthropy) and Head of Development (Corporate Giving & Events) and will be responsible for line management of the Development Executive (Corporate Giving & Events) and the Development Officer.

The role has a number of staff benefits including:
Complimentary and discounted theatre and live event tickets.
Free car parking just a few minutes’ walk from the Lowry building.
Paid day off for your birthday.
Discounts at the bars, restaurant and gift shop located within the Lowry building.
Access to Lowry’s Wellbeing Hub and to other health and wellbeing services, including counselling, physiotherapy and remote GP appointments.
Group Life Assurance Scheme.

Please note that Salford Quays is a well-connected destination with a variety of different transport options – bus, car, tram and bike.

The application deadline for this vacancy Friday 24 April 2026 at 23:59
Interviews will be Wednesday 6 May 2026 please ensure your availability for this date