At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage project funding and support creative initiatives across diverse communities.
- Company: Join the Arts Council, a leader in promoting arts and culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and a final salary pension scheme.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the arts while enjoying a supportive work environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and a passion for the arts.
The predicted salary is between 38689 - 38689 £ per year.
Contract: Permanent, working 35 hours per week. Arts Council also recognises the benefit of flexible working as a valued part of the way we work, and welcomes applications from individuals who require flexibility.
Salary: £38,689 per annum Grade B plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working.
Location: Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Nottingham, Newcastle, Bristol, Brighton or Cambridge. The role will be based in any of the locations 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.
Equality Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Arts Council is 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. If there are any adjustments that would support you in your application, please do let us know when you apply. If you are disabled, Evenbreak are able to provide support with your application.
We participate in the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme which means that we offer an interview to any disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role they’re applying to, subject to the volume of applications received. Disabled candidates, those living with a long-term condition and/or neurodivergent candidates may be eligible for this scheme. The scheme uses the definition of disability from the Equality Act 2010 to determine eligibility. More information is included in the application guidance.
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.
We believe our recruitment process should be inclusive and transparent. Find out what to expect with our application Guidance: How to apply and recruitment selection process | Arts Council England and more about our commitment to diversity on our website.
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Closing date: 5pm, Friday 10 July 2026
1st Interview: (virtual) Thursday 23 and 24 July 2026
2nd Interview: (virtual) Tuesday 04 August 2026
Please note: We do NOT accept CVs or cover letters as part of our recruitment process. If you require any documentation in an alternative format, please contact us.
Senior Officer, Project Funding in Wolverhampton employer: Arts Council England
Arts Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being through flexible and hybrid working arrangements, generous annual leave, and a final salary pension scheme. With a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, Arts Council fosters a supportive work culture where every individual is valued, and offers numerous opportunities for professional growth across various vibrant locations including Manchester, Leeds, and Bristol.
