At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead partnerships and manage a team to enhance the South-West's cultural landscape.
- Company: Arts Council England, a champion for creativity and culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, generous leave, and a final salary pension scheme.
- Other info: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace committed to community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the creative sector while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Experience in relationship management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50468 - 50468 £ per year.
Contract: Fixed term until 30 September 2027, working 35 hours per week. Arts Council also recognises the benefit of flexible working as a valued part of the way we work, and welcome applications from individuals who require flexibility.
Salary: £50,468 per annum Grade B plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working.
Location: Bristol. The role will be based in Bristol; however, we are operating a hybrid way of working and support our staff to make use of remote working options when combined with regular on-site contact days with other members of the team, normally 1-2 days a week.
Responsibilities
- Manage partnerships, investments, and development work across the South-West Area.
- Lead a team of experienced Relationship Managers.
- Have an in-depth understanding of the South-West cultural and creative landscape.
- Skilled at leading and motivating teams.
- Capable of creating strong partnerships with local stakeholders at a senior level.
- Co-ordinate work for the South-West Area in the national policy area of Strategic Partnerships.
- May also have responsibility for areas including Diversity, New Technologies, Children Young People & Learning, Engagement & Audiences, Philanthropy, Innovation and Skills and Workforce.
Qualifications
- Demonstrable knowledge of the South-West’s creative sector.
- Experience of relationship management at all levels, including with local authorities.
- Good leadership skills, and clear experience of people and project management.
- Good understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by cultural organisations.
- Strong understanding of business planning and financial reporting.
- Experience of managing change.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Arts Council are committed to being an inclusive employer, building an inclusive workplace, and recruiting a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve. However you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, we welcome you to apply for a role at Arts Council.
Job ref: SWB5
Closing date: 5pm, 20 July 2026
