Return to jobs 
Exciting opportunity to impact the arts and culture sector with Arts Council England as a Senior Manager in CRF Loans team
Overview
Salary £49045
Location Manchester, Newcastle, Leeds, Birmingham, Nottingham, Bristol, Cambridge or Brighton, UK - Hybrid
Nomad Friendly? 
Expires Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Arts Council England is a national organisation committed to investing in art and culture, making a profound difference in museums, libraries, and the arts across England through guidance and funding opportunities.
Role Summary
- Join the CRF Loans team, managing the day-to-day loans portfolio and ensuring accurate repayment
- Act as a loan agent, assessing the financial performance of borrowers
- Regular engagement with loan recipients, commissioning external advisors as needed
- Contribute to regular reporting to DCMS at an operational and senior level
Role Requirements
- An interest in how government-backed loans and alternative finance can support the arts and culture sector
- Ability to analyse risk and a solid comprehension of business models
Application Process Details
- All applications must be sent via contact email as CVs and cover letters are not accepted
- Alternative format documentation requests can be sent to recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk
- Application deadline is Midnight Sunday 11 May
- First round interviews will be held virtually on the week of 26 May, followed by second round interviews on the week of 09 June
About Us: Arts Council England is a national organisation that invests in art and culture. We are committed to making a profound impact in the arts, museums, and libraries across the country. We are dedicated to supporting the arts and culture sector through various forms of funding and guidance.
The Role: We are looking for two Senior Managers to join our CRF Loans team. This team is responsible for the day-to-day management of the loans portfolio, ensuring that repayments are made in accordance with loan agreements. As a Senior Manager, you will act as a loan agent, monitoring and analysing the financial performance of a set of borrowers. You will have regular contact with the loan recipients and commission external advisors as needed. You will also contribute to regular reporting to DCMS at both an operational and a senior level.
Job Requirements: We are looking for individuals who are keen to understand how government-backed loans and other forms of alternative finance can support the arts and culture sector. You should be able to analyse risk and have a good understanding of business models.
Benefits: We offer a range of benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals who require flexibility.
Application Details: Please note that 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 [email removed - click apply for more details]. The closing date for applications is Midnight Sunday 11 May. First round interviews will be held virtually in the week commencing 26 May, and second round interviews will be held in the week commencing 09 June.
Additional Information: 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. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and particularly encourage applications from people in underrepresented groups.
