Temple Music Foundation
Job Summary
Job Description
The CEO will lead a small team based in the Temple in presenting the annual programme of performances and managing the business of the company.
The CEO will be responsible for devising and implementing a balanced and imaginative programme of events across the year and for securing the funding necessary to support the artistic programme and the administrative costs of the organisation by developing and maintaining relationships with existing and potential funders.
The TMF has a loyal network of support within the Bar and the Judiciary, as well as outside the Temple and further afield, with generous support from individuals, chambers and corporate sponsors as well as trusts and foundations. The CEO will be responsible to the Chair and Board of Trustees for the leadership, management and financial security of the company. The role of the CEO is broadly to plan and deliver a high-quality programme of performances, to secure the funding necessary to realise the performances and to ensure the smooth and financially prudent running of the company.
Job Requirements
Essential experience and skills
Sound knowledge of and enthusiasm for classical music.
Experience of programming performances and of liaising with artists and agents to agree repertoire, negotiate fees and agree the technical details of an event.
Experience of presenting events for public performance and an understanding of what goes into making a performance successful artistically and financially.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven experience of raising significant funding from multiple sources including individuals, corporate supporters, trusts and foundations and statutory bodies.
Ability to develop strong relationships with partner organisations and with existing and potential funders.
Experience of collaborating with a team to plan and manage successful events.
A practical understanding of how artistic events are marketed in order to grow audiences.
Experience of prudent budget management.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Chief Executive
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours:
Full time - Artform: Music
- Role: Curation
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Wed, 15 Oct 2025
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Location:
London
Job: Chief Executive
Job: Chief Executive
Organisation: Temple Music Foundation
Postcode: EC4Y 7DE
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