Capital Fundraising Consultant

Leith Theatre Trust is looking for an experienced and driven Capital Fundraising Consultant to help lead one of Edinburgh’s most exciting cultural projects and support the Trust's second round application to the National Lottery Heritage Fund. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in bringing an iconic building back to life for the people of Leith, Edinburgh and beyond. 

Leith Theatre first opened in 1932 as a gift to the people of Leith. After decades of disrepair and a successful campaign to save it from private redevelopment in the mid-2000s, Leith Theatre Trust have been working to secure its future as a valuable contributor to Edinburgh’s cultural landscape.  

The plan is to refurbish the category B listed building and create an innovative mid-size music and performance space, inspiring wide engagement and, ahead of its 100-year anniversary in 2032, finally fulfil its original premise as in inclusive civic centre of arts, culture and community.  

The Trust is seeking a consultant to update and deliver the capital fundraising strategy. The candidate must have a proven track record of delivering successful capital campaigns and bring the drive and ambition to support this transformational project in the heart of Leith. Working with the Executive Team, you will lead the campaign to raise circa £5.5 million for the first phase of capital works, due to begin in 2027.

For more information visit: www.leiththeatre.co.uk/news-features/capital-fundraiser-required

To submit a proposal for consideration, please submit the following:

• CV
• Relevant case studies of successful projects
• Fee proposal
• Proposed framework of delivery
• References

If you are interested in this opportunity to play an integral role in delivering the future of Leith Theatre, please send a submission to recruitment@leiththeatre.co.uk with the subject line ‘Capital Fundraiser’ by 12 noon, 19 May 2025.