You will oversee the systems and processes that our team uses to support the practical day-to-day operation of the London team, including line management of the Operations team to support this. You will champion inclusive practices and work collaboratively and effectively both in the London Area and with colleagues nationally. Alongside the London Area Management Team, you will work nationally with the four other Senior Managers, Operations in the Area teams (North, Midlands, South East and South West) and colleagues in our Investment Centre, acting as the link into the London Area.

Ongoing duties include: reviewing risk registers relating to the Area funding portfolio; supporting the team with queries relating to grant processes; working with the finance team to manage budgets for National Lottery Project Grants, other funding programmes, and administration in Area; chairing regular operational meetings; providing advice to Directors in Area.

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.

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. 

Disabled, D/deaf and/or neurodivergent people and those from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds are underrepresented in our workforce so we particularly encourage applications from people in these groups.

It is expected that the successful candidate will have considerable knowledge and understanding of systems and processes, with highly developed leadership skills and proven experience of leading, supporting, and mentoring teams.