Project Co-ordinator, People & Culture Transformation (FCSF147)
Contract: Fixed term until 30 June 2028, 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: £33,643 per annum Grade D plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working.
Location: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Nottingham, Birmingham, Bristol, Brighton and Cambridge ( The role will be based in one of the office bases listed; 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)
Help shape how Arts Council England works for colleagues and the sector. We’re looking for a proactive and organised Project Co-ordinator to support our People & Culture Transformation programme.
Working with a multidisciplinary team, you’ll coordinate programme plans, track progress, maintain project records and prepare clear reports. You’ll also support meetings and governance processes, helping colleagues make informed decisions and keeping delivery on track.
You’ll bring:
- Experience coordinating projects, programmes, transformation or service improvement activity, including governance and reporting.
- Strong planning skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, turning complex discussions into clear, concise updates.
- Strong Microsoft 365 skills, particularly Planner, Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, Word and Excel.
- A collaborative approach, sound judgement and discretion when handling sensitive information.
- A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with an understanding of the Arts Council’s responsibilities as a public body.
Experience of budget monitoring, Power BI or Agile approaches would be an advantage.
Equality Diversity and Inclusion Statement
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.
About us
Arts Council offers a range of benefits to our employees including hybrid and flexible working, a generous annual leave allowance and the Arts Council Retirement Plan - a final salary scheme.
Our Code of Ethics requires that employees of the Arts Council are not able to receive an Arts Council grant, investment or loan funding - either in person, as a member of a partnership, or for any organisation they own. There are also limitations on board or CEO positions employees can hold in organisations we fund. For more information on this, please talk to the recruiting manager or contact recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk
Job ref: FCSF147
Interview: (virtual) W/C 16 November
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Project Co-ordinator, People & Culture Transformation (FCSF147) in Manchester employer: Arts Council England
Arts Council England is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values flexibility and employee well-being. With a focus on professional growth, employees benefit from generous annual leave, a final salary pension scheme, and opportunities to lead innovative digital projects in a collaborative environment. Located in Manchester, the role allows for hybrid working, ensuring a balanced approach to work and life while contributing to meaningful organisational change.
