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Business & Resource Scheduling Coord
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Business & Resource Scheduling Coordinator – BBC Local
Three Fixed-Term Attachments: 12m Full-Time, 6m Full-Time, 12m Part-Time (17.5hrs)
JOB DETAILS
- Job Band: B
- Department: BBC Local, Business, Management & Administration
- Location: England – Hybrid
- Contract Types:
- 1 × Full-time (until 31/08/2027)
- 1 × Full-time attachment (6 months, until 01/01/2027)
- 1 × Part-time (17.5 hrs/week, until 31/08/2027)
- Salary: Up to £30,000 (depending on skills/experience)
- Flexibility: Open to discussing flexible arrangements; preferences may be indicated in the application.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Excitement at the BBC? Join its Business & Resource Scheduling Team—supporting 39 UK locations—to lay the foundation for smooth operations in BBC Local.
Reporting to the Business Advisor, these Business & Resource Scheduling Coordinators ensure efficient use of resources, contracts, and operational compliance. As part of the Management & Administration team, you’ll play a vital role in adhering to schedules, managing staffing needs, and supporting financial accountability.
Are you organised, proactive, and capable of multitasking under pressure? Passion for operational excellence? Let’s talk.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the Business Advisor, your role will include:
- Resource Scheduling – Accurately manage staff rotas, timesheets, leave, and record-keeping in compliance with terms and conditions.
- Query Handling – Be the first point of contact for scheduling concerns, liaising internally (production, scheduling teams) to plan forward resource use.
- Workforce Optimisation –
- Monitor overtime, freelance, and casual staff allocation to ensure cost efficiency.
- Align staffing with contractual hours for optimal resource utilisation.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with Payments, Procurement, Business Logistics, and IT teams to maintain data accuracy and operational workflows.
- Problem Solving – Escalate issues tactfully while upholding the BBC Respect at Work policy.
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WHY JOIN US?
- Credibility & Impact – Part of a team with +690 years of collective experience supporting editorial, compliance, fleet planning, and more.
- Collaborative Culture – Flourish in a close-knit environment where expertise is nurtured and valued.
- Tooling & Support – Plan with modern resources; your role enables us to deliver efficient, high-quality content production across the UK’s regions.
Your skills here aren’t just administrative—they’re the backbone of BBC Local.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Skills & Experience
You’ll need:
- Expert knowledge of resource scheduling systems (or fast-paced IT tools).
- Exceptional organisation, conflict-resolution, and prioritisation—crucial for tight deadlines.
- Precision-first mentality—flawless attention to detail is non-negotiable.
- Discretion & people skills to liaise sensitively with staff while upholding the organisation’s ethical standards.
- BBC policy mastery: Familiarity with scheduling terms, conditions, and workplace compliance.
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WELCOME, BUT NOT REQUIRED
Neat bonus to have (if not, transferable strengths apply!):
- Experience with Microsoft tools: Excel (in data management), Outlook, Teams.
- Insider knowledge: Familiarity with content production workflows or production environments.
DISCLAIMER & SCREENING
This role is benchmarked against core accountabilities, but day-to-day tasks evolve organically.
- Background checks required prior to offer: References, eligibility, safeguarding (if applicable), and pre-checking.
- Unspent convictions/social media screenings may apply due to our Recruitment policy. Non-disclosure voids the offer.
Contact for queries: bbchr@bbc.co.uk
Applications only via the [OFFICIAL APPLICATION LINK]. No CVs accepted.
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