Senior Delivery Manager (MCP41)
Contract: Permanent working 35 hours a week (flexible working supported).
Salary: £49,045 per annum plus benefits including a final‑salary pension scheme, generous annual leave and flexible/hybrid working.
Location: Manchester, Birmingham or Bristol (hybrid working with remote options and 1–2 onsite days a week).
Introduction: Arts Council England is the national development agency for creativity and culture, supporting artists, practitioners and cultural organisations across the country.
Responsibilities
* Lead and implement the delivery of designated projects within the Museums and Cultural Property team, ensuring programmes are delivered on time, to budget and meet or exceed scope.
* Define timelines, set up Agile ways of working, monitor progress and identify/ address threats to intended outcomes, continually optimising efficiencies.
* Facilitate continuous improvement of project teams, removing blocks to progress.
* Co‑operate and coach team members to apply Agile and service redesign tools, supporting Arts Council’s user‑centred ambitions.
* Build and maintain cross‑function teams, motivating collaboration and focusing on key delivery objectives.
Qualifications
* Extensive experience managing and coordinating complex projects.
* Experience procuring and managing services, ideally in the public sector.
* Budget setting and management experience.
* Degree in business management, project management or related field.
* Knowledge of Agile and Lean methodologies.
* Desirable to hold a Certified ScrumMaster certification or relevant project management qualification.
* Proven influencing and leadership skills.
* Personal resilience and ability to inspire others.
* Proactive risk management and problem‑solving skills.
* Commitment to the Arts Council’s duties as an arm's‑length public body, with an understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion and a commitment to challenging discrimination of all kinds.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Arts Council is committed to being an inclusive employer, building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from disabled and neurodivergent candidates and will provide adjustments to support them during the application process.
Closing Date and Interview Details
Closing date: 5:00 pm Thursday 30 October 2025
1st interview: (virtual) Monday 10 November 2025
2nd interview: (virtual) Monday 17 November 2025
Important 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 recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk.
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