Development & Events Co-ordinator

Academy of Ancient Music


Job Summary

Academy of Ancient Music is seeking a Development & Events Co-ordinator to play a vital role in supporting AAM’s fundraising activity, overseeing the delivery of stewardship and cultivation events for members, donors and prospects.

Job Description

Academy of Ancient Music is seeking a Development & Events Co-ordinator to play a vital role in supporting AAM’s fundraising activity.

Academy of Ancient Music is an orchestra with a worldwide reputation for excellence in baroque and classical music, bringing music vividly to life in committed, vibrant performances.

The successful candidate will help to build an engaged community of members and supporters who love and share in our work. Alongside proven relationship-building skills, they will be a highly organised and professional team-player with strong attention to detail and a desire to develop a thorough understanding of fundraising.

The role-holder will take responsibility for the management of AAM’s Friends membership scheme. Working closely with the Head of Development, they will oversee the delivery of stewardship and cultivation events for members, donors and prospects.

Location: Cambridge, with regular meetings and events in London. Flexible remote working considered for the right candidate.

Job Requirements

Qualifications
– A degree or other qualification relevant to the post, or equivalent relevant work experience.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge
– Experience of devising, planning and delivering events to a high standard
– Experience of working in a customer facing role
– Excellent written and spoken communication skills
– Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail – Proven relationship building ability
– Experience of prospect research (desirable)
– Confidence working with computers – good knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and CRM databases
– Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload

Personal attributes
– Interest in and working knowledge of classical music
– Highly organised, with excellent time management skills and strong attention to detail
– Professional and hard working team player

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Development & Events Co-ordinator
  • Salary: £25k-£30k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Music
  • Role: Fundraising
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 31 Aug 2026

  • Location:

    South East

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