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Shape the cultural future of the UK and contribute to the thriving arts and literature scene with Arts Council England.
Overview
Salary
£61927
Location
Bristol, UK - Hybrid
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Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Arts Council England is a leading influence on the UK's cultural landscape, focusing on the support of arts, museums, libraries, and literature. Public investment supports a growing cultural environment across diverse regions.
Role Summary
- Lead the South West's cultural initiatives and the national ambitions of Arts Council England.
- Ensure culture thrives from Tewkesbury to Portsmouth, Swindon to the Isles of Scilly.
- Guide the literature initiatives, work with relationship managers, and promote reading pleasure.
- Influence future investments in the literature sector during the national portfolio round.
Role Requirements
- Strong leadership skills for managing senior staff, organizing team meetings, and maintaining critical sector relationships.
- Strong relations with stakeholders in local government, higher education, business, and voluntary and community sectors.
Application Process Details
- Review the recruitment pack and job description online.
- Contact the PA of the South West Area Director for additional information or to arrange an informal conversation.
- Submit application through the official platform. Note that CVs and cover letters are not accepted.
Arts Council England is dedicated to shaping the cultural landscape of the UK, with a particular focus on supporting arts, museums, and libraries. Our investment in public money helps to foster a thriving cultural environment across various regions.
The role: As the Director, South West and Literature, you will be instrumental in developing our national ambitions and ensuring that culture thrives in all communities within the South West, from Tewkesbury to Portsmouth, and from Swindon to the Isles of Scilly. You will lead the Arts Council's initiatives in literature, collaborating with a team of relationship managers to enhance our efforts in promoting reading for pleasure and supporting independent publishers and bookshops. This role offers a significant opportunity to influence future investments in the literature sector during our upcoming national portfolio round.
Job requirements: The position requires leadership skills, as you will be managing senior staff, convening team meetings, and maintaining critical sector relationships. A strong connection with stakeholders in local government, higher education, business, and the voluntary and community sectors is crucial to maximize the potential of our investments.
Benefits: The role offers a competitive salary of £61,927 per annum, along with a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and options for flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Applications details: Interested candidates should view the recruitment pack and job description available online. For further information or to arrange an informal conversation with Phil Gibby, the South West Area Director, please contact his PA via email. Note that CVs or cover letters are not accepted as part of the application process, and all applications must be submitted through our official platform.
