Director of Development

  • Quartet Community Foundation
  • Bristol, Gloucestershire
  • Jan 01, 2026
Full time Executive

Job Description

Director of Development

Quartet Community Foundation is seeking a visionary and strategic leader to join our senior team as Director of Development. This new role will drive our ambitious 2026-29 strategy, building partnerships, securing new funding, and growing our endowment to £100 million to support communities across Bristol, Bath & North East Somerset, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire.

With our head office in central Bristol, Quartet is a trusted and respected charity with an excellent reputation across the areas we serve. We give around £5 million each year in grants to charities to enable impact on communities in Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain relationships with high-net-worth individuals and key partners.
  • Secure significant new funds and grow Quartet's endowment.
  • Broker strategic partnerships to support disadvantaged communities.
  • Lead and motivate a team delivering philanthropy, grant-making, research, and pro bono services.
  • Represent Quartet at events and networks to raise our profile.

Essential Criteria:

  • Proven experience in philanthropy and donor relationship management.
  • Track record of securing major gifts or revenue funding.
  • Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills.
  • Excellent networking and communication abilities.
  • Experience in the charitable sector and managing teams.