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