Job Description

Mercury Musical Developments (MMD) is a UK-based charity dedicated to supporting the development of new musical theatre writing. We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Executive Director (maternity cover) to lead the organisation through a 13-month period from early 2026.

This part-time leadership role is ideal for someone with strong experience in management, fundraising and the UK arts and charity sectors. You will work closely with the Board and staff team to ensure the financial sustainability of the organisation, lead on fundraising, oversee a programme of initiatives and help shape the next phase of MMD's development.

Location: The MMD base at Birmingham Hippodrome. Some travel to London and other cities will be required.

Contract: Fixed term 13 months, January 2026 to February 2027

Hours: 24 per week (3 full days or spread over more days).

Job Requirements

Seeking a senior leader with proven success in fundraising across diverse sources, strategic delivery, and financial oversight. Must have strong stakeholder engagement, excellent communication, and an interest in new musical theatre.

Desirable: performing arts background, UK arts funding knowledge, board/governance experience, and charity compliance understanding.

Job Responsibilities

Fundraising & Strategic Development
Lead and diversify MMD's income strategy via grants, sponsorships, and partnerships. Manage ACE relationship and reporting, lead future NPO application, and align fundraising with organisational goals.

Leadership & Organisational Management
Oversee membership, major events and key staff. Ensure effective operations and strong board collaboration.

Advocacy
Champion new musical theatre, raise MMD's national profile, and build sector partnerships in line with strategic aims.

Finance
Ensure financial sustainability through budgeting, reporting, and compliance. Support financial processes with staff, accountants, and trustees.

How to Apply

After reading the full job application pack, send a cover letter and CV to Natalia Scorer, Executive Director

Mercury Musical Developments (MMD) is a membership organisation dedicated to musical theatre writing. We are a thriving community of over 450 composers, lyricists and book writers from across the UK and the world.

• Job Title: Executive Director (maternity cover)
• Artform: Theatre
• Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
• Contract: Contract
• Location: West Midlands