Corporate Relations & Fundraising Director
Liberal Party of Australia (NSW Division)
Sydney CBD
Full Time
Permanent
Competitive Remuneration Package
About the Organisation
Revise Recruitment has partnered with the NSW Division of the Liberal Party of Australia to recruit an experienced Corporate Relations & Fundraising Director.
The Liberal Party is one of Australia's most established political organisations, committed to supporting a strong economy, lower taxes, responsible financial management and creating opportunities for businesses and communities to thrive.
Following a period of organisational renewal, the Party is investing in its fundraising capability ahead of the March 2027 NSW State Election, creating an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraising leader to help shape its future success.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the State Director and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team, you'll lead the Party's corporate fundraising efforts, building and strengthening relationships with corporate partners, major supporters and senior business leaders.
This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic fundraising with high-level relationship management. You'll work closely with CEOs, Chairs and some of Australia's most influential political leaders, creating meaningful partnerships and representing the Party at high-profile events and forums.
Leading a team of three, you'll drive fundraising growth, identify new partnership opportunities and work closely with the State Director, Honorary Treasurer and Fundraising Committee to deliver ambitious fundraising outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead and deliver the fundraising strategy across corporate partnerships, major gifts, events, regular giving and individual giving
· Develop and grow relationships with corporate supporters, major donors and key stakeholders
· Identify and secure new fundraising and partnership opportunities
· Oversee flagship corporate programmes, fundraising events and donor engagement initiatives
· Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing fundraising team
· Manage fundraising budgets, forecasting, reporting and revenue performance
· Work closely with the State Director, Honorary Treasurer and Fundraising Committee to deliver strategic fundraising outcomes
· Ensure compliance with relevant electoral funding legislation and reporting requirements
About You
You'll bring a proven track record in corporate fundraising, partnerships, sponsorship or business development, together with the ability to build trusted relationships with senior executives, business leaders and key stakeholders.
Commercially astute and results-driven, you're a natural relationship builder who enjoys meeting people, developing new connections and identifying opportunities. You bring energy, initiative and a hands-on approach, with the ability to build meaningful corporate partnerships.
You're equally comfortable in the boardroom, at networking events or representing an organisation at high-profile functions.
You'll enjoy leading a team, working collaboratively and contributing to an organisation where relationships are central to success.
Skills & Experience
· Demonstrated success in fundraising, corporate partnerships, sponsorship, business development or major donor engagement
· Proven ability to build trusted relationships with senior executives, business leaders and high-value stakeholders
· Experience developing and delivering successful fundraising or revenue growth strategies
· Strong commercial and financial management skills, including budgeting and reporting
· Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
· Outstanding communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.
· A proactive, resilient and results-focused approach
· An understanding of, and alignment with, the values and vision of the Liberal Party
Why This Opportunity?
· Lead one of Australia's most high-profile fundraising leadership portfolios
· Build relationships with CEOs, Chairs, major donors and senior political leaders
· Play a key leadership role ahead of the 2027 NSW State Election.
· Join a collaborative Senior Leadership Team with the opportunity to make a genuine impact
If you're an experienced relationship builder looking for a role that combines fundraising, influence and strategic leadership, APPLY NOW.
