Research Officer in London

We could not maintain this range of work or our digital presence without support from philanthropists, funders, members, business partners and sponsors, Our Development and Advocacy department generates over £46m revenue annually, plus additional capital funds, and secures the annual Arts Council England grant (currently £23.8m). The Department’s revenue generation and advocacy to Government of the value of our creative sector ensures the RBO can retain the best artists and crafts people, deliver our thriving National Schools’ Programme, maintain our beautiful Grade I listed building, deliver on our charitable mission, and continue to produce world class performances. We are looking to hire a Research Officer to join the Research team in the Development & Advocacy department. The successful candidate will be tasked with providing high-quality fundraising research, including research on individuals, companies, wider industries and the philanthropy sector, as well as conducting preliminary individual and corporate due diligence checks. An ideal candidate will be able to: Identify key points from multiple sources or large amounts of information. Condense complex or detailed information into clear, concise written summaries. Check and proofread data to ensure high-quality, accurate output. Use databases, research resources, and other online search tools effectively, with a willingness to learn and apply new tools and research methods. Plan own workflow with good organisational and time management skills. Demonstrate good interpersonal skills, able to demonstrate a collaborative approach when working.