We’re regularly looking for talented, friendly people who care about our eclectic museum as much as we do.

Sir John Soane’s Museum employs around 45 staff members across front and back of house roles, all of whom are vital to ensuring the Museum stays open for people to enjoy and to be inspired by.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to equal opportunities and a work environment free from discrimination.

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Development Patrons Manager

We are seeking a creative and ambitious manager to manage the Museum’s Patrons’ Circles, and the Friends of the Soane Group. Identifying, recruiting, and building relationships with potential and existing supporters is a key element of this role. The successful candidate will play a central part in developing donor relationships for the Museum as well as overseeing the delivery of a strong and engaging events programme

The Museum is an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Applications in the form of a curriculum vitae and supporting letter, together with the names and addresses of two referees, should be sent to recruitment@soane.org.uk

The closing date for applications is  Monday 15 September 2025.

Interviews will be held at Sir John Soane’s Museum on Thursday 2 October 2025.

Full details can be found on the job description below.

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