Why people are moving from the commercial to the charity sector

Josh Larkin is passionate about the arts, culture and heritage, and is a strong advocate for the vital role fundraising plays in sustaining the sector. His love of culture began with childhood trips to museums, galleries and orchestras, a passion that continued into adulthood and has helped shape his professional path.

After completing a degree in English Literature and Philosophy, Josh worked across the fundraising sector for a range of charities in the UK and Australia, gaining broad experience across multiple income streams. While his core focus was individual giving, the reality of working in small teams meant contributing to legacies, corporates, major donors, and trusts and statutory fundraising. This gave him a holistic understanding of what effective fundraising looks like.

Values-led and deeply committed to the sector, Josh moved into recruitment to support a wider range of cultural and charitable organisations. He now uses his insight and first-hand experience to help arts and heritage organisations find exceptional fundraisers in an increasingly competitive market, while supporting both organisations and candidates to navigate many of the challenges he once faced himself.

Alongside his work in arts and heritage, Josh also recruits for roles across the broader charity sector, with a particular focus on homelessness and social welfare. His remit extends beyond fundraising too, and he regularly supports searches across marketing and communications, brand, PR, membership, advocacy and policy.

Beyond his professional dedication, Josh is a lover of cinema, Queens Park Rangers FC (an often challenging relationship) and Bob Mortimer.