Arts Council England
Senior Relationship Manager (SWB5)
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Senior Relationship Manager (SWB5)
Contract:
Fixed term until 30 September 2027, working 35 hours per week (Arts Council also recognises the benefit of flexible working as a valued part of the way we work, and welcome applications from individuals who require flexibility)
Salary:
£50,468 per annum Grade B plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working.
Location:
Bristol (The role will be based in Bristol; however, we are operating a hybrid way of working and support our staff to make use of remote working options when combined with regular on-site contact days with other members of the team, normally 1-2 days a week)
About the Role:
As a Senior Relationship Manager at Arts Council England, you will manage partnerships, investments, and development work across the South-West Area, and will lead a team of experienced Relationship Managers.
As well as having an in-depth understanding of the South-West cultural and creative landscape, you will be skilled at leading and motivating teams, and capable of creating strong partnerships with local stakeholders at a senior level. You’ll co-ordinate work for the South-West Area in the national policy area of Strategic Partnerships and may also have responsibility for other areas which include Diversity, New Technologies, Children Young People & Learning, Engagement & Audiences, Philanthropy, Innovation and Skills and Workforce.
Ideal Candidate:
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As the ideal candidate, you will have:
- Demonstrable knowledge of the South-West’s creative sector
- Experience of relationship management at all levels, including with local authorities
- Good leadership skills, and clear experience of people and project management
- Good understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by cultural organisations.
- Strong understanding of business planning and financial reporting
- Experience of managing change
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. For further information please visit their website here.
We participate in the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme which means that we offer an interview to any disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role they’re applying to, subject to the volume of applications received. Disabled candidates, those living with a long-term condition and/ or neurodivergent candidates may be eligible for this scheme. The scheme uses the definition of disability from the Equality Act 2010 to determine eligibility. More information is included in the application guidance.
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About Us:
Arts Council offers a range of benefits to our employees including hybrid and flexible working, a generous annual leave allowance and the Arts Council Retirement Plan - a final salary scheme. To find out more, click here.
Our Code of Ethics requires that employees of the Arts Council are not able to receive an Arts Council grant, investment or loan funding - either in person, as a member of a partnership, or for any organisation they own. There are also limitations on board or CEO positions employees can hold in organisations we fund. For more information on this, please talk to the recruiting manager or contact recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk
We believe our recruitment process should be inclusive and transparent. Find out what to expect with our application Guidance: How to apply and recruitment selection process | Arts Council England and more about our commitment to diversity on our website here.
Job Description:
To view the job description please click here
To view the recruitment pack which outlines more details about working for Arts Council please click here
Job ref: SWB5
Closing date: 5pm, 20 July 2026
1st Interview: (virtual) 12 August 2026
2nd Interview: (In person) 21 August 2026
Please 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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