Creative Artists Agency
Senior Project Director (Newcastle based) Senior Project Director (Newcastle based) Apply locations London, United Kingdom (Fitzrovia) time type Full time posted on Posted Today job requisition id JR7511 Job Description THE AGENCY Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, representing more than 2,000 of the world's top athletes and sports personalities, as well as having global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, broadcast rights, corporate marketing, stadia and arena development, sports property sales, sponsorship opportunities and endorsements, social impact initiatives and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA's diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organisations that shape culture and inspire the world. POSITION OVERVIEW and RESPONSIBILITIES CAA ICON (a division of CAA Sport) is the world's-leading owner's representative and project management consultancy for the development or renovation of sports, entertainment and public assembly venues. CAA ICON has managed the delivery of more than 55 iconic venues and over 2,000 consulting engagements around the world. The CAA ICON European team are looking to recruit an exceptional Senior Project Director (based in Newcastle) to be part of a driven team who manage the delivery of projects that inspire communities and generate unforgettable experiences for generations of fans. Reporting directly to the Project Executive or Senior Project Director, you will lead the day-to-day activities required to deliver the project, including direct management of Project Managers and Coordinators. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Lead a collaborative-led project culture by example, working to the highest health, safety and well-being standards. Work with the Client's internal and external stakeholders to produce and maintain a comprehensive stakeholder requirements document (Client Brief) from which to inform and manage the design and development of the project. Manage the procurement of professional consultants, contractors, client direct suppliers and specialist consultants. Collaborate with the Lead Designer/Architect with the key phases of design development with an emphasis on ensuring the implementation of the Client Brief. Provide day-to-day project coordination of appointed parties including the arrangement of meetings, monitoring of arising actions, and clearly communicating outlining programme and budgetary targets. Produce and maintain the project's programme and proactively report any issues requiring resolution to deliver the milestones agreed with the client. Review cost estimates and contribute to the production of project budget reports. Establish project controls and governance, client reporting processes, prepare reports and support in presenting to the client. Carry out the contract administration role as an Employer's Agent. Establish and administer project change procedures with the cost management consultant. During the construction phase, be based on site to monitor the construction progress and the quality of the works, to proactively resolve risks and issues that arise, and escalate matters that require more immediate attention. Support the review and verification of consultants' and contractors' payment applications. Maintain necessary documentation for all contracts, insurance certificates and warranties. Develop and manage the project risk register as well as the tracking of mitigation measures. Support the attainment of necessary statutory approvals, permits and certificates to enable the safe opening, occupation and use of the venue. Coordinate and manage project close-out activities including final acceptance of equipment, testing and commissioning and the compilation of all operational and maintenance manuals. Manage the procurement and safe delivery of scope being delivered directly on behalf of the client. Work with all parties involved in the delivery of the project to promote sustainable methods of delivery and material choices. Be an active member of the CAA ICON's global team and positively participate in team functions. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS A team leader with the ability to develop positive relationships and interact effectively with Clients, contractors, and the wider project team. Minimum 15 years previous experience in the construction or a related services industry, working in project management and employers agent roles. Experience in delivering high-value, complex major projects. Bachelor's degree (ideally in construction, engineering or like industry) or equivalent work experience. Good understanding of the phases of a major project, construction change process, budget management, and architectural/engineering plans. Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, project programme and project agreements. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional communication and organisational skills. Ability to multi-task and the desire to continue learning. Ability to thrive on accepting accountability for delivering under pressure whilst maintaining integrity. Familiarity with Microsoft applications especially Project and Excel. The desire to work on some of the most exciting sports, entertainment and public assembly projects in the UK and Europe. Please ensure you provide complete and legible information in your application. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment. Creative Artists Agency ("CAA") is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and creating a workplace culture in which diversity and inclusion is valued and everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As part of our zero-tolerance approach to discrimination in any form, you and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, or any other legally recognised protected basis under UK law. Please inform CAA's Recruitment Department if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
Senior Project Director (Newcastle based) Senior Project Director (Newcastle based) Apply locations London, United Kingdom (Fitzrovia) time type Full time posted on Posted Today job requisition id JR7511 Job Description THE AGENCY Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, representing more than 2,000 of the world's top athletes and sports personalities, as well as having global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, broadcast rights, corporate marketing, stadia and arena development, sports property sales, sponsorship opportunities and endorsements, social impact initiatives and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA's diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organisations that shape culture and inspire the world. POSITION OVERVIEW and RESPONSIBILITIES CAA ICON (a division of CAA Sport) is the world's-leading owner's representative and project management consultancy for the development or renovation of sports, entertainment and public assembly venues. CAA ICON has managed the delivery of more than 55 iconic venues and over 2,000 consulting engagements around the world. The CAA ICON European team are looking to recruit an exceptional Senior Project Director (based in Newcastle) to be part of a driven team who manage the delivery of projects that inspire communities and generate unforgettable experiences for generations of fans. Reporting directly to the Project Executive or Senior Project Director, you will lead the day-to-day activities required to deliver the project, including direct management of Project Managers and Coordinators. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Lead a collaborative-led project culture by example, working to the highest health, safety and well-being standards. Work with the Client's internal and external stakeholders to produce and maintain a comprehensive stakeholder requirements document (Client Brief) from which to inform and manage the design and development of the project. Manage the procurement of professional consultants, contractors, client direct suppliers and specialist consultants. Collaborate with the Lead Designer/Architect with the key phases of design development with an emphasis on ensuring the implementation of the Client Brief. Provide day-to-day project coordination of appointed parties including the arrangement of meetings, monitoring of arising actions, and clearly communicating outlining programme and budgetary targets. Produce and maintain the project's programme and proactively report any issues requiring resolution to deliver the milestones agreed with the client. Review cost estimates and contribute to the production of project budget reports. Establish project controls and governance, client reporting processes, prepare reports and support in presenting to the client. Carry out the contract administration role as an Employer's Agent. Establish and administer project change procedures with the cost management consultant. During the construction phase, be based on site to monitor the construction progress and the quality of the works, to proactively resolve risks and issues that arise, and escalate matters that require more immediate attention. Support the review and verification of consultants' and contractors' payment applications. Maintain necessary documentation for all contracts, insurance certificates and warranties. Develop and manage the project risk register as well as the tracking of mitigation measures. Support the attainment of necessary statutory approvals, permits and certificates to enable the safe opening, occupation and use of the venue. Coordinate and manage project close-out activities including final acceptance of equipment, testing and commissioning and the compilation of all operational and maintenance manuals. Manage the procurement and safe delivery of scope being delivered directly on behalf of the client. Work with all parties involved in the delivery of the project to promote sustainable methods of delivery and material choices. Be an active member of the CAA ICON's global team and positively participate in team functions. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS A team leader with the ability to develop positive relationships and interact effectively with Clients, contractors, and the wider project team. Minimum 15 years previous experience in the construction or a related services industry, working in project management and employers agent roles. Experience in delivering high-value, complex major projects. Bachelor's degree (ideally in construction, engineering or like industry) or equivalent work experience. Good understanding of the phases of a major project, construction change process, budget management, and architectural/engineering plans. Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, project programme and project agreements. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional communication and organisational skills. Ability to multi-task and the desire to continue learning. Ability to thrive on accepting accountability for delivering under pressure whilst maintaining integrity. Familiarity with Microsoft applications especially Project and Excel. The desire to work on some of the most exciting sports, entertainment and public assembly projects in the UK and Europe. Please ensure you provide complete and legible information in your application. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment. Creative Artists Agency ("CAA") is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and creating a workplace culture in which diversity and inclusion is valued and everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As part of our zero-tolerance approach to discrimination in any form, you and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, or any other legally recognised protected basis under UK law. Please inform CAA's Recruitment Department if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
Handle Recruitment
Do you have client servicing and payments experience? Are you immediately available? Are you looking for an exciting project? Then this role is for you! I am looking for an experienced client payment coordinator to join a global talent agency initially for 3 months. You will join a fast-paced and dynamic team and will provide you with direct experience with deals that go on within the entertainment industry. The ideal candidate will be a team player, problem solver, detail-orientated and effective communicator and will excel in a fast-paced work environment. You will also have the opportunity to support the wider Touring division when required. What You'll Do: Cash Management Responsibilities: Maintain and regularly update the agency's cashbook, ensuring the accurate recording of all financial transactions. Monitor cash inflows and outflows, ensuring the timely and correct logging of receipts and payments. Reconcile daily cashbook transactions with bank statements and internal financial records to ensure consistency. Review and approve applied deposits, coordinating with agent teams and the Client Payments team to ensure correct application of payments to respective bookings. Act as the primary point of contact for client payment-related matters, including re-allocations, incorrectly sent payments, and other client-specific issues. Liaise directly with clients, agents, and banks on banking matters and account-related inquiries. Collaborate with counterparts at other companies to ensure funds are received and allocated accurately. Oversee the recharging of work permits and other costs incurred by the agency to clients. Ensure accurate recording of bank charges and foreign exchange gains/losses. Verify correct bank account information for client payments in collaboration with the Client Payments team and Assistants. Provide recommendations for process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. Communicate effectively with Assistants regarding payments, tax documentation, and related matters. Assist Agent Assistants with accounting-related inquiries or issues. Post and maintain accounting documents in the cloud, ensuring accurate and secure record-keeping. Handle ad-hoc projects as required, demonstrating flexibility and initiative. Provide coverage for colleagues during absences to ensure continuity of operations. Client Payments Responsibilities: Reconcile artist account balances against show balances in NetSuite to ensure accurate and timely generation of artist payouts. Prepare detailed artist statements and coordinate with agents for approval. Communicate with Artist Managers to confirm approval of artist statements and resolve related inquiries. Collaborate with agent teams to facilitate the settlement of ongoing open bookings with clients. Provide accurate tour summaries to support the Artist's team in fully accounting for the Artist's income. Manage daily mail-outs of final artist statements, ensuring clear confirmation of funds remitted to artists or funds owed to the agency. Track Artist Foreign Entertainer Unit (FEU) compliance, ensuring applicable charges are recorded and required documentation is completed for quarterly FEU returns. Build and maintain strong working relationships with Artists, Managers, and Accountants. Follow up on deposits and balance payments with promoters, ensuring timely resolution of outstanding amounts. Prepare buyer refunds, verifying all required documentation and confirming banking information through telephone verification. Review month-end and year-end reports, providing detailed analysis as needed to support decision-making. Deliver exceptional customer service to agents and other stakeholders, addressing their needs with professionalism and accuracy. Take ownership of ad-hoc projects, demonstrating flexibility, initiative, and problem-solving skills. What You'll Need: At least 1-2 year of general Accounting experience is preferred. Entertainment and/or agency experience a plus. Prior experience in a customer service focused role. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written. Proficient in Excel and Outlook. Experience or knowledge of NetSuite is preferred. Ability to learn and adapt quickly with minimal supervision. Please note this role is a temporary role for 3 months with an ASAP start needed. This role is not a hybrid role and will be full time office based. Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Do you have client servicing and payments experience? Are you immediately available? Are you looking for an exciting project? Then this role is for you! I am looking for an experienced client payment coordinator to join a global talent agency initially for 3 months. You will join a fast-paced and dynamic team and will provide you with direct experience with deals that go on within the entertainment industry. The ideal candidate will be a team player, problem solver, detail-orientated and effective communicator and will excel in a fast-paced work environment. You will also have the opportunity to support the wider Touring division when required. What You'll Do: Cash Management Responsibilities: Maintain and regularly update the agency's cashbook, ensuring the accurate recording of all financial transactions. Monitor cash inflows and outflows, ensuring the timely and correct logging of receipts and payments. Reconcile daily cashbook transactions with bank statements and internal financial records to ensure consistency. Review and approve applied deposits, coordinating with agent teams and the Client Payments team to ensure correct application of payments to respective bookings. Act as the primary point of contact for client payment-related matters, including re-allocations, incorrectly sent payments, and other client-specific issues. Liaise directly with clients, agents, and banks on banking matters and account-related inquiries. Collaborate with counterparts at other companies to ensure funds are received and allocated accurately. Oversee the recharging of work permits and other costs incurred by the agency to clients. Ensure accurate recording of bank charges and foreign exchange gains/losses. Verify correct bank account information for client payments in collaboration with the Client Payments team and Assistants. Provide recommendations for process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. Communicate effectively with Assistants regarding payments, tax documentation, and related matters. Assist Agent Assistants with accounting-related inquiries or issues. Post and maintain accounting documents in the cloud, ensuring accurate and secure record-keeping. Handle ad-hoc projects as required, demonstrating flexibility and initiative. Provide coverage for colleagues during absences to ensure continuity of operations. Client Payments Responsibilities: Reconcile artist account balances against show balances in NetSuite to ensure accurate and timely generation of artist payouts. Prepare detailed artist statements and coordinate with agents for approval. Communicate with Artist Managers to confirm approval of artist statements and resolve related inquiries. Collaborate with agent teams to facilitate the settlement of ongoing open bookings with clients. Provide accurate tour summaries to support the Artist's team in fully accounting for the Artist's income. Manage daily mail-outs of final artist statements, ensuring clear confirmation of funds remitted to artists or funds owed to the agency. Track Artist Foreign Entertainer Unit (FEU) compliance, ensuring applicable charges are recorded and required documentation is completed for quarterly FEU returns. Build and maintain strong working relationships with Artists, Managers, and Accountants. Follow up on deposits and balance payments with promoters, ensuring timely resolution of outstanding amounts. Prepare buyer refunds, verifying all required documentation and confirming banking information through telephone verification. Review month-end and year-end reports, providing detailed analysis as needed to support decision-making. Deliver exceptional customer service to agents and other stakeholders, addressing their needs with professionalism and accuracy. Take ownership of ad-hoc projects, demonstrating flexibility, initiative, and problem-solving skills. What You'll Need: At least 1-2 year of general Accounting experience is preferred. Entertainment and/or agency experience a plus. Prior experience in a customer service focused role. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written. Proficient in Excel and Outlook. Experience or knowledge of NetSuite is preferred. Ability to learn and adapt quickly with minimal supervision. Please note this role is a temporary role for 3 months with an ASAP start needed. This role is not a hybrid role and will be full time office based. Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
British Council
The British Council builds connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language. We work in two ways - directly with individuals to transform their lives, and with governments and partners to make a bigger difference for the longer term, creating benefit for millions of people all over the world. We help young people to gain the skills, confidence and connections they are looking for to realise their potential and to participate in strong and inclusive communities. We support them to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications. Our work in arts and culture stimulates creative expression and exchange and nurtures creative enterprise. We connect the best of the UK with the world and the best of the world with the UK. These connections lead to an understanding of each other's strengths and of the challenges and values that we share. This builds trust between people in the UK and other nations which endures even when official relations may be strained. We work on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2019-20 we connected with 80 million people directly and with 791 million overall, including online and through our broadcasts and publications. Context This role sits within the Cultural Engagement (CE) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). CE brings together our portfolio of work in arts, education, English, and research. Our UK arts team works with the arts and culture sector in the UK, and our global network of offices, to achieve significant impact and change by finding new ways of connecting and seeing each other through the arts. Our work is delivered through four global programmes: Culture Connects supports artistic and cultural exchange between the UK and countries internationally; Spotlights on Culture engages and represents the UK's cultural diversity and creativity at high-profile cultural events; Creative Economy analyses creative ecosystems and highlights emerging trends and areas of convergence and difference between creative economies; Arts Responds to Global Challenges celebrates the transformative power of arts and culture to change attitudes and the protection and promotion of cultural expression, diversity and heritage at risk. All programme management roles deliver activities and projects within the global programme and strategic framework. Our programmes are funded by the British Council's grant in aid, through partnerships and external clients. The British Council has a contextualised programme and project management framework with clear standards and procedures for programme management set out by the CE Centre of Excellence. This framework is in line with Cabinet office functional standard for project delivery, FCDO Operating Framework and the Association for Project Management Body of Knowledge. Programme managers within the CE SBU deliver programmes following the standards and procedures set out in this framework. The Opportunity Role Purpose The Programme Management Coordinator supports implementation of activity - funded through Grant in Aid and/or external funding - that sits under the four global Arts programmes: Culture Connects, Spotlights on Culture, Creative Economy and Culture Responds to Global Challenges. They will support the programme management team in the implementation of global programmes and projects in compliance with British Council policies and procedures including financial administration, reporting and data collection, operational project delivery and managing relations with delivery partners. Main accountabilities but not limited to the following: Managing self and others Holds vendors and suppliers to account for delivering services and grantees for delivering grant milestones. Has the ability to work independently and manage workload against project deadlines. Actively contributes to an inclusive and anti-racist organisational culture, being aware of own biases, and taking action to mitigate against these. Ensures people feel valued and are treated equitably, with support for people's well-being and mental health. Understands the British Council's approach to equality, diversity and inclusion and how it applies to the role and makes time for learning and development relating to EDI and anti-racism. Financial and Resource Management Plans and reports on project financial plans and budget expenditure and forecasting to Programme Managers and Head of Programme Management; manages smaller budgets. Maintains clear and up-to-date records on all financial transactions as per audit requirements. Ensures relationships with vendors are maintained and payments are processed on time and in accordance with FABS on-line system (SAP Finance) guidelines. Compliance to BC financial policies and procedures. Project Management Responsible for data management including timely data entry, quality assurance of data, undertaking basic analysis of monitoring data, and developing progress reports to meet needs of funders. Supports internal compliance such as due diligence, records management, data collection and storage. Manages grants administration, selection and evaluation and procurement processes. Manages events-based components and trainings within a programme, e.g. on safeguarding standards Supports the project / programme manager in implementing diversity mainstreaming action plans and contributes to it. Relationship and Stakeholder Management Manages relationships with clients/partners/stakeholders at appropriate level. Manages relationship with vendors and suppliers and holds them to account for delivering services. Role specific knowledge and experience: The main essential knowledge and experience points that we are looking for you to evidence are: Experience of working in a supporting role on complex programmes or projects in the arts and/ or creative industries. Administrative and financial administration experience. Good understanding of basic concepts of monitoring and evaluation, and how they are central to good project management. Further Information Pay Band- G/6 Contract Type- Indefinite Contract Location- UK Requirements- Candidates must have the pre-existing right to work in location. Mobility / relocation support will not be provided Closing Date- Wednesday 28 September 2022 Interviews- Week commencing 10 October 2022 A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion(EDI) Statement The British Council is committed to policies and practices of equality, diversity and inclusion across everything we do. We support all staff to make sure their behaviour is consistent with this commitment. We want to address under representation and encourage applicants from under-represented groups, in particular, but not exclusively, on grounds of ethnicity and disability. All disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview and we have Disability Confident Employer Status. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities. The British Council iscommitted to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with.We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed; these will include qualification checks, reference checks, identity & criminal record checks in line with legal requirements and with the British Council's Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children. If you have any problems with your application please email Please note: Applications to this role can only be considered when made through the Apply section of our careers website. Our 'ASK HR' email is only to be used in case of a technical issue encountered when applying through the careers website. Emails with supporting statements and CV/Resumes sent to this email address will not be reviewed and will be deleted.
The British Council builds connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language. We work in two ways - directly with individuals to transform their lives, and with governments and partners to make a bigger difference for the longer term, creating benefit for millions of people all over the world. We help young people to gain the skills, confidence and connections they are looking for to realise their potential and to participate in strong and inclusive communities. We support them to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications. Our work in arts and culture stimulates creative expression and exchange and nurtures creative enterprise. We connect the best of the UK with the world and the best of the world with the UK. These connections lead to an understanding of each other's strengths and of the challenges and values that we share. This builds trust between people in the UK and other nations which endures even when official relations may be strained. We work on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2019-20 we connected with 80 million people directly and with 791 million overall, including online and through our broadcasts and publications. Context This role sits within the Cultural Engagement (CE) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). CE brings together our portfolio of work in arts, education, English, and research. Our UK arts team works with the arts and culture sector in the UK, and our global network of offices, to achieve significant impact and change by finding new ways of connecting and seeing each other through the arts. Our work is delivered through four global programmes: Culture Connects supports artistic and cultural exchange between the UK and countries internationally; Spotlights on Culture engages and represents the UK's cultural diversity and creativity at high-profile cultural events; Creative Economy analyses creative ecosystems and highlights emerging trends and areas of convergence and difference between creative economies; Arts Responds to Global Challenges celebrates the transformative power of arts and culture to change attitudes and the protection and promotion of cultural expression, diversity and heritage at risk. All programme management roles deliver activities and projects within the global programme and strategic framework. Our programmes are funded by the British Council's grant in aid, through partnerships and external clients. The British Council has a contextualised programme and project management framework with clear standards and procedures for programme management set out by the CE Centre of Excellence. This framework is in line with Cabinet office functional standard for project delivery, FCDO Operating Framework and the Association for Project Management Body of Knowledge. Programme managers within the CE SBU deliver programmes following the standards and procedures set out in this framework. The Opportunity Role Purpose The Programme Management Coordinator supports implementation of activity - funded through Grant in Aid and/or external funding - that sits under the four global Arts programmes: Culture Connects, Spotlights on Culture, Creative Economy and Culture Responds to Global Challenges. They will support the programme management team in the implementation of global programmes and projects in compliance with British Council policies and procedures including financial administration, reporting and data collection, operational project delivery and managing relations with delivery partners. Main accountabilities but not limited to the following: Managing self and others Holds vendors and suppliers to account for delivering services and grantees for delivering grant milestones. Has the ability to work independently and manage workload against project deadlines. Actively contributes to an inclusive and anti-racist organisational culture, being aware of own biases, and taking action to mitigate against these. Ensures people feel valued and are treated equitably, with support for people's well-being and mental health. Understands the British Council's approach to equality, diversity and inclusion and how it applies to the role and makes time for learning and development relating to EDI and anti-racism. Financial and Resource Management Plans and reports on project financial plans and budget expenditure and forecasting to Programme Managers and Head of Programme Management; manages smaller budgets. Maintains clear and up-to-date records on all financial transactions as per audit requirements. Ensures relationships with vendors are maintained and payments are processed on time and in accordance with FABS on-line system (SAP Finance) guidelines. Compliance to BC financial policies and procedures. Project Management Responsible for data management including timely data entry, quality assurance of data, undertaking basic analysis of monitoring data, and developing progress reports to meet needs of funders. Supports internal compliance such as due diligence, records management, data collection and storage. Manages grants administration, selection and evaluation and procurement processes. Manages events-based components and trainings within a programme, e.g. on safeguarding standards Supports the project / programme manager in implementing diversity mainstreaming action plans and contributes to it. Relationship and Stakeholder Management Manages relationships with clients/partners/stakeholders at appropriate level. Manages relationship with vendors and suppliers and holds them to account for delivering services. Role specific knowledge and experience: The main essential knowledge and experience points that we are looking for you to evidence are: Experience of working in a supporting role on complex programmes or projects in the arts and/ or creative industries. Administrative and financial administration experience. Good understanding of basic concepts of monitoring and evaluation, and how they are central to good project management. Further Information Pay Band- G/6 Contract Type- Indefinite Contract Location- UK Requirements- Candidates must have the pre-existing right to work in location. Mobility / relocation support will not be provided Closing Date- Wednesday 28 September 2022 Interviews- Week commencing 10 October 2022 A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion(EDI) Statement The British Council is committed to policies and practices of equality, diversity and inclusion across everything we do. We support all staff to make sure their behaviour is consistent with this commitment. We want to address under representation and encourage applicants from under-represented groups, in particular, but not exclusively, on grounds of ethnicity and disability. All disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview and we have Disability Confident Employer Status. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities. The British Council iscommitted to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with.We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed; these will include qualification checks, reference checks, identity & criminal record checks in line with legal requirements and with the British Council's Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children. If you have any problems with your application please email Please note: Applications to this role can only be considered when made through the Apply section of our careers website. Our 'ASK HR' email is only to be used in case of a technical issue encountered when applying through the careers website. Emails with supporting statements and CV/Resumes sent to this email address will not be reviewed and will be deleted.
