Guardian Jobs
Trustee, Shakespeare Birthplace Trust
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust
Trustees
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon / Hybrid
Remuneration: Voluntary Trustee roles. Reasonable expenses reimbursed.
Help shape the future of one of the world's most significant cultural and heritage charities.
The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust cares for the world's greatest Shakespeare heritage sites and collections, inspiring people from across the globe to explore and enjoy Shakespeare's life, works, and legacy.
As the Trust embarks on an ambitious new 10-year creative vision and masterplan, we are seeking to appoint two new Trustees to join our Board. These appointments will strengthen our collective expertise as we continue to safeguard Shakespeare's heritage, grow our public impact, and ensure the organisation's long-term sustainability.
We are particularly interested in individuals who can bring strategic expertise in one of the following areas:
- Legal & Governance
- Fundraising & Development
As Trustees, you will contribute to the strategic direction and governance of the Trust, providing constructive support and challenge while helping to protect and enhance one of the world's most important cultural and heritage organisations.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
For our Legal & Governance appointment, we are interested in candidates with expertise in areas such as charity law, corporate governance, commercial law, property law, or related disciplines.
For our Fundraising & Development appointment, we welcome candidates with experience of philanthropy, fundraising, income generation, donor engagement, partnerships, or organisational growth.
Previous Trustee experience is welcomed but not essential. We would be delighted to hear from people considering a first Trustee appointment who can bring relevant expertise, sound judgement, and a genuine commitment to our mission.
About You
You will bring:
- A commitment to the mission and values of the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.
- Strategic thinking and strong judgement.
- The ability to support, influence, and challenge constructively.
- Expertise in your chosen area of specialism.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A commitment to inclusive governance and public benefit.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Our Commitment to Diversity
We are committed to building a diverse Board that reflects the communities we serve and welcome applications from people with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Find Out More
Please click Apply for full details of these opportunities, including role specifications, time commitment, and application information.
Join Us
This is an opportunity to help shape the future of a globally recognised cultural institution, ensuring Shakespeare's legacy continues to inspire generations to come.
For An Informal And Confidential Conversation Please Contact
Oliver Startup: oliver.startup@gatenbysanderson.com
Closing Date: Monday 14th September 2026
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills