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Executive Director

Salary £44,000 (FTE £55,000)
Hours 30 per week
Location Remote
Closing Date 01 May 2026
Position Type Part Time
Advert expires on 01 May 2026

Main Duties

Following a successful first three years of Arts Council England funding, and with a new brand identity, enhanced visibility across the sector, and a growing programme of activity, TEG is ready to move into an exciting new phase. We are looking for an experienced and passionate museum and gallery professional to lead us there.
Having previously been led on a part-time freelance basis, the current recruitment is for a salaried role which reflects our commitment to building long-term capacity and sustainability for the organisation.
The Details
Job title: Executive Director
Location: Remote, with regular travel expected
Contract: Permanent, part time (30 hours per week)
Core hours: 10am–3pm
Salary: £44,000 (FTE £55,000)
Reporting to: Board of Trustees
Full details and a Recruitment Pack can be found here – https://theexhibitionsgroup.org.uk/news/were-hiring-executive-director/

Skills and Experience Required

We would expect you to be able to demonstrate and evidence the following:

Experience

Significant senior leadership experience in a charity, cultural organisation, membership body, or not-for-profit environment

Experience turning organisational strategy into clear plans, delivery, and reporting

Experience of fundraising and income diversification, including developing or managing multiple income streams and reducing reliance on single sources

Experience of working with and supporting a Board of Trustees, including preparing reports and enabling effective governance

Experience of marketing and communications including writing effective copy

Experience building and maintaining strategic partnerships with funders, sector bodies, and external stakeholders Experience of acting as a senior advocate, including speaking at events, conferences, or to funders

Line management experience with the ability to lead small teams and consultants inclusively

Experience developing or managing successful grant funding applications

Knowledge

In depth understanding of the UK cultural, museums, galleries, or exhibitions sector

Knowledge of charity governance, including the roles of Boards and executive leaders

Understanding of diversified income models for charities and membership. organisations, including a mix of membership, grant funding, commissioned work, partnerships, and earned income Knowledge of strategic marketing, communications, brand positioning, audience development and commissioning external expertise

Understanding of Arts Council England funding and reporting, or the ability to learn this quickly

Awareness of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and environmental sustainability principles, and how these can be meaningfully embedded in organisational practice

Experience of membership organisations or schemes is an advantage.

A demonstrable commitment to ongoing professional development