At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead improvements in the Government Indemnity Scheme and manage a small team.
- Company: Arts Council, a flexible and inclusive employer.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, final salary pension, and hybrid working.
- Other info: Flexible working options and support for diverse candidates.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on cultural exhibitions and access to valuable objects.
- Qualifications: Strong managerial experience and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 38689 - 38689 £ per year.
Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2027, working 35 hours per week. Arts Council recognises flexible working and welcomes applications from individuals who require flexibility.
Salary: £38,689 per annum + benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave and flexible hybrid working.
Location: Manchester, Leeds, Nottingham, Birmingham, Newcastle, Bristol, Brighton or Cambridge. Hybrid working with 1–2 days on site per week.
Responsibilities
- Oversee service redesign and improvements in the Government Indemnity Scheme.
- Work alongside the current Manager to manage day‑to‑day service operations, including supervision of a small team.
- Assess applications, coordinate reporting and balance stakeholder needs in a risk‑based approach.
- Collaborate with cultural venues across the UK to support ambitious exhibitions and access to high‑value objects.
- Shape and roll out digital and procedural improvements as part of the wider Arts Council Transformation momentum.
Qualifications
- Strong managerial experience in service delivery or a similar context.
- Ability to design and deliver user‑centred services with a risk‑based approach to stakeholder balance.
- Excellent communication and change‑management skills.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Arts Council is an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide support for disabled and neurodivergent candidates through the Offer an Interview scheme. Adjustments can be made to support applicants where necessary. Eligibility for the scheme is determined by the Equality Act 2010.
Closing Date Midnight, 19 July 2026.
Please note we do not accept CVs or cover letters as part of our recruitment process. Contact recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk for assistance.
