Job Opportunities
Life is not a dress rehearsal
And way too short to do a job you don’t love. If you have a big-hearted passion for theatre arts and the positive influence it has on our society, then you’ll love being part of The Lyric as much as we do. Working here, you’ll find...
A unified team: where every person makes a real difference by bringing their own creative magic. We all love what we do – and it shows.
A sincere commitment: to encouraging and valuing diversity among our team. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion or gender identity.
From front-of-house to behind-the-scenes: we are on a mission to help our audiences understand and enjoy theatre arts. And we need the best people to help us do it.
Fundraising Manager
The Fundraising Manager is a senior operational role within the theatre’s Development and Marketing team, responsible for the effective delivery and implementation of the Lyric’s fundraising activity.
Working closely with the Head of Development & Marketing, the post holder will lead the day-to-day management of fundraising programmes across fundraising bodies, Trusts and Foundations, individual giving, corporate partnership and fundraising events, ensuring activity is well planned, delivered on time and meets agreed income and engagement objectives. The role will play a key delivery role in the Lyric’s Fund for the Future fundraising initiative, supporting campaign implementation, donor stewardship and reporting, and helping to build sustainable, long-term income for the organisation.
The Fundraising Manager will lead on fundraising events, manage and steward key donor and funder relationships, monitor income performance, and work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, particularly Creative Learning, Finance, Front of House and Production teams.
Closing Date: Fri 9 Jan 2026, 12, Midday.
Development Administrator
The Development Administrator provides essential administrative and operational support across the Lyric’s Development Department during a period of increased fundraising, heritage and campaign activity. Working closely with the Head of Development & Marketing, the Fundraising Manager and the Heritage Manager, the post holder will support fundraising, development, heritage and campaign delivery through accurate data management, administrative coordination and practical assistance.
The role will provide dedicated administrative support to the Lyric’s Fund for the Future fundraising initiative, including coordinating meetings, managing diaries and logistics, maintaining and improving fundraising records and processes, and supporting the establishment and ongoing use of a fundraising CRM system. The post holder will also support the delivery of the Lyric Heritage Project, helping to ensure the department operates efficiently and meets its obligations to funders, donors and partners.
Closing Date: Wed 7 Jan 2026, 12 Midday.