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Hours:35 hours per week. You would be expected to work the hours necessary in order to carry out your duties to the standard required.
Location:Hybrid – Nottingham Contemporary office and home
Term:Permanent
Benefits include:Enhanced annual leave, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, occupational sick pay, enhanced employer pension contributions, flexible working, hybrid working, and staff discounts at our on-site café and shop.
We are looking for a strategic, self-motivated and entrepreneurial Deputy Director to support the long-term success and sustainability of Nottingham Contemporary. The Deputy Director works closely with the Director, Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Board to deliver the strategic direction, business planning and lead the operational management of the organisation.
The Deputy Director is responsible for the effective internal operation of the organisation, embracing its administrative, facilities, financial, personnel, IT and legal functions as well as its income generation growth strategy. The post holder has executive responsibility for the development and delivery of all aspects of the Business Plan and Arts Council England’s National Portfolio funding agreement, monitoring all Key Performance Indicators. The Deputy Director works with the Director and SLT to shape a sustainable future for the Gallery, maximise income generation and reduce environmental impact.
Your main accountabilities will include:
* Develop operational policies, procedures and documentation, including risk management, ensuring they are up to date and reflect the organisation’s values and align with the Arts Council’s Investment Principles.
* Lead the organisation’s business plan alongside the Director and with support from the SLT, ensuring this is in line with the organisation’s vision, offer, purpose and values.
* Manage the preparation and submission of annual applications to key public sector funders, including Arts Council England, Nottingham City Council and HE partners by providing relevant departmental data and information.
* Lead responsibility for all aspects of financial management and administration of the organisation, including related regulatory reporting.
* In liaison with the Director and SLT, set and manage annual and multi-year budgets and resources, providing suitable reporting on a regular basis to the Director, budget holders and Trustees.
* Ensure that legal responsibilities of Nottingham Contemporary are met including charity, company and health and safety, liaising with solicitors as required.
* Ensure the efficient maintenance and excellent presentation of the building.
* Spearhead income generation strategies in the business plan with support from the Director and Senior Development Manager to diversify and increase the gallery’s revenue streams.
* Oversee the promotion and communication of Nottingham Contemporary’s artistic and educational programmes and commercial activities across all platforms, including print, press, digital and social media.
* Develop and manage key local and regional partnerships, and working relationships with regional and national tourism organisations.
* Be an outstanding member of the SLT, upholding our values and contributing to Nottingham Contemporary being a high-performing organisation and an excellent and inclusive employer.
Please see theJob Description and Person Specificationfor full details.
To Apply
Please download thefull job descriptionandapplication form from our website: https://www.nottinghamcontemporary.org/about/work-with-us/#deputy-director. We also welcome video or audio application statements (of up to 5 minutes). To receive our application pack in a different format, please contact 0115 948 9750 orrecruitment@nottinghamcontemporary.org
To apply, please email your completedapplication formor video/audio application statement torecruitment@nottinghamcontemporary.orgby Mon 28 Jul 2025, 10am. Please note, CVs will not be accepted.
We are happy to discuss accessibility requirements, both as part of the recruitment process and in relation to the role at any time. Information about our access statement and facilities can be foundhere: https://www.nottinghamcontemporary.org/visit/access-and-facilities/
First interview date: Wed 13 Aug 2025
Second interview date: Thu 21 Aug 2025
Website: https://www.nottinghamcontemporary.org/about/work-with-us/#deputy-director
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