Development Officer (Operations)

Type of contract: Permanent, full-time

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Salary: Grade 3, £30,068-£33,842 plus benefits

The Role

We are seeking a proactive Development Officer to support fundraising operations, maintain accurate CRM records and streamline processes. You’ll manage our fundraising database, ensure GDPR compliance, and provide analytical, reporting and operational support. With strong communication, attention to detail and project management skills, you will help drive income generation and alumni engagement in a collaborative, solutions-focused team.

Application Process

We want you to have the opportunity to really tell us about yourself and explain to us why this opportunity is right for you. All applications will be judged on content, not on format. ​​​​​​

To apply, please provide:

A covering letter to tell us a little about yourself and why this position interests you

Tell us what experience, knowledge and skills you have that meet the person specification outlined in the job description, include any practical examples that you may have

CV

Completed Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form

Completed Supplementary Form

To be considered for this role, please send the above information by e-mail to the HR Department at [email protected]

Application Deadline

The closing date for all applications is 12pm on Thursday 8 January 2026

Interviews will be held on w/c 12 January 2026

Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential values at LAMDA and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the benefits that a diverse workforce can bring to the Academy. We welcome applications from the Global majority, those with disabilities and from other under -represented groups. We are happy to provide recruitment information in accessible formats and a provision to accept applications in alternative formats.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.

LAMDA is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and adults that use our services and expects all employees and contractors to share this commitment. All LAMDA posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including background checks and the disclosure of criminal records where applicable. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all of our activities and services.