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For over 120 years, RADA has stood at the forefront of dramatic arts training, nurturing generations of actors, directors, writers, producers and technical artists who have gone on to shape the worlds of theatre, film and television. Access and diversity are at the heart of RADA, and there is a deep commitment to ensuring talented students from all backgrounds can experience their training, uplifting the greatest range of voices and perspectives.

This is an exciting time to join RADA. Their vision and strategy focus on sustainability and inclusion, foregrounding excellence, equitable practice and wellbeing, and empowering artists. Alongside developing their growth strategy, estates strategy, industry partnerships and international offer, they are addressing two urgent priorities: investment in their estate and in bursaries to ensure all talented students can thrive. At the same time, they are building a renewed alumni strategy, creating opportunities for graduates to connect, collaborate and shape the future of this industry.

RADA are seeking an experienced trusts fundraiser to join their Development team at a pivotal point in their journey. As Trusts Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of RADA’s future fundraising growth by developing and stewarding long-term relationships with a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations to unlock transformational support for RADA’s mission and future. Reporting to and working closely with the Head of Grants & Fundraising Services, you will support with the creation of the Trusts and Foundations annual strategy and will confidently seek out and secure new mid-level gifts.

The ideal candidate will be a confident and proactive fundraiser from an arts/cultural or higher education context and with a track record of gifts at the five-figure level. Your persuasive communication skills, attention to detail, and willingness to take initiative will be important drivers in this role. In addition, your ability to build relationships and inspire trust with RADA’s leadership and senior volunteers will be key to your success.

If you are excited by the opportunity to shape the future of dramatic arts training, and to make a lasting difference through life-changing work, we would be delighted to hear from you.

The role carries excellent benefits including 38 days’ holiday, a defined contribution pension scheme, and hybrid working. 0.8 FTE would also be considered.

Please tell us if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to help you in your application or with our recruitment process.

RADA are taking positive action by guaranteeing an interview to any applicant who self-identifies as being from a Black, Asian or Global Majority background, and/or who self-identifies as D/deaf or disabled, and has experience as a development department lead or deputy lead in the cultural and Higher Education sectors. If you regard yourself as having these characteristics, please state so clearly on your supporting statement.

Closing date for applications is 09:00 on Monday 12th January 2026

Interviews with RADA will be in mid to late January 2026