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Closing date:&nbsp;11th May 2025Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 per annum dependent on experienceDepartment: Business AffairsReporting to: Senior Business Affairs ManagerContract type: PermanentWorking hours: Full-timeLocation: Vauxhall, London (Hybrid Post Probation) Take your next step in children's publishing with this exciting junior role in contracts/business affairs.&nbsp;Walker Books UK is part of the vibrant international&nbsp;Group that includes Candlewick Press, Holiday House, Peachtree and Pixel + Ink in the USA and Walker Books Australia. Renowned for its truly original publishing and outstanding quality, the&nbsp;Walker Books Group&nbsp;is home to a wide range of children's and young adult books.Award-winning authors and illustrators for the group include Angie Thomas, Sydney Smith, M.T Anderson, Patrick Ness, and Jon Klassen. We are also enormously proud to publish beloved&nbsp;family brands including Lucy Cousin’s&nbsp;Maisy, Michael Rosen’s&nbsp;We're Going on a Bear Hunt,&nbsp;Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram’s&nbsp;Guess How Much I Love You&nbsp;and&nbsp;Martin Handford’s&nbsp;Where’s Wally?This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated contracts / business affairs assistant seeking to further progress their career in Contracts and Business Affairs in children’s publishing. You will issue and administer picture books, flat fee, and sub-rights agreements in a timely manner (working with senior Business Affairs team); maintain up-to-date, accurate records and filing systems relating to such agreements; liaising with external agents and stakeholders, providing key administrative support to Business Affairs team in respect to other ad hoc tasks across department as and when necessary. Key responsibilities<ul><li>Drafting picture book and flat fee agreements; negotiation of terms as needed (working with senior Business Affairs team and Editorial / Design departments)</li><li>Drafting &amp; producing ad hoc addenda/letters to cover any changes to agreements</li><li>Supporting Business Affairs Executive with checking agreements/producing reversion request forms for Publishing/Acquisition Meeting on a timely basis.</li><li>Setting up picture books and flat fee contracts, development fees and other sub-rights contracts on Biblio (working with senior BA team) as needed and liaising with Compliance for relevant invoicing or payment</li><li>Attending regular meetings/liaison with relevant departments</li><li>Negotiating, drafting and issuing educational sales agreements (working with the BA Director)</li><li>Reviewing marketing agreements (working with the BA Director)</li><li>Contracts administration: maintaining contracts files and day-to-day files and records</li><li>Liaison and administration of anti-piracy services; issuing takedown notices where applicable</li><li>Dealing with both internal and external contract and rights queries</li></ul>​Please note the above is not an exhaustive list and does not necessarily include all the duties the job holder may have to perform. This job description may be amended to meet changing needs of the business. Knowledge, skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate evidence of the following skills and/or experience:<ul><li>Around 18 months – 2 years’ experience of drafting contracts</li><li>A strong working knowledge of standard contractual terms</li><li>Highly self-motivated</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, have the confidence in communicating with internal and external stakeholders</li><li>An ability to use initiative and work calmly under pressure with a ‘can-do’ / proactive approach to problem-solving.</li><li>An ability to prioritise work given specific deadlines, juggling multiple tasks and requests without close supervision.</li><li>Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft office applications.</li><li>Knowledge and enthusiasm of the children’s book publishing or media industry is not essential but would be advantageous</li><li>Knowledge of Biblio would be advantageous</li></ul> Why join Walker Books?We offer:<ul><li>Competitive Salaries</li><li>Hybrid work (at least two days in the office per week) once you have successfully passed probation</li><li>22 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays (with annual leave increasing with length of service up to 27 days)</li><li>Enhanced Pension Scheme</li><li>Health Insurance and Health Cash Plan</li><li>Life Assurance</li><li>Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay</li><li>Access to an Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li><li>Plus, other great benefits!</li></ul> If you have any queries about this role or require any reasonable adjustments for your application or throughout the recruitment process, please let our team know by contacting us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walker.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walker.co.uk</a>.&nbsp;All children deserve to see themselves, their families, and their communities represented in the books they read. As children’s book publishers, it is our goal to ensure that the books and content we publish authentically and joyfully reflect the world around us. As an employer, we are committed to creating and maintaining a supportive working environment where everyone is included, valued, and empowered to do their best and most creative work. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds without regard to race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, sex, or any other characteristic protected by law and those not yet protected by law.Please note we reserve the right to close vacancies before the closing date where we have received sufficient applications. We recommend submitting your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Walker Books Ltd

Contracts executive

Closing date: 12th May 2025Salary starting from: £27,000&nbsp;Simon &amp; Schuster UK’s Finance team is looking for an enthusiastic Accounts Receivable assistant to join and support the Finance team.Reporting to the Finance Manager, the successful candidate will act as the first point of call for all accounts receivable administration. &nbsp;You will be responsible for raising co-edition sales and sub-rights invoices, allocating cash received, reconciling accounts, and chasing for outstanding debt, as well as any other ad hoc tasks that arise. &nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experienceThe ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, a keen eye for detail, ability to work to deadlines, and impeccable organisational skills. The individual will be a proactive and self-motivated team player who is confident, professional and conscientious. Good grounding of administration is essential and able to work in an office environment. Previous experience in an administrative role is desirable, with experience of Microsoft 365 applications and good IT skills.&nbsp;We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please make sure that you state in your application that you found this role via Creative Access.

Simon & Schuster UK

Accounts receivable assistant

Closing date for application: 10:00am on the Monday 19 May 2025Salary: £26,995 per annumFirst round interviews: Week commencing Monday 26 May 2025 Shakespeare’s Globe is currently seeking a new coordinator for our Higher Education department on a permanent, full-time basis.The Higher Education Coordinator will ensure the effective running of our daily activities through in-person and online support, administrative planning, and assistance for the department. They will welcome and support participants, collaborate to support organisation-wide activities, ensure colleagues are aware of activities, and share responsibility with other team members for the effective running of all spaces for scheduled activities.&nbsp;Regular early morning and evening working is required as part of this role, scheduled in advance. For additional hours, time in lieu is agreed. There are no extra payments for additional hours worked. Flexible working may be considered where appropriate to ensure full support for on-site activities.&nbsp; The team:Education is at the heart of Shakespeare’s Globe. We run a year-round programme of activities and courses for schools, families, universities, drama schools, scholars and the general public. Our programmes are aligned with values of social justice, access and Shakespeare for all.&nbsp;&nbsp; Responsibilities<ul><li>Company manage our Higher Education groups, working on-site to ensure participants are well supported throughout our courses with their educational needs and pastoral care.</li><li>Support the booking processes across all activities to ensure that successful bookings are made and managed according to the needs of the department.</li><li>Support in the preparation, and re-setting of spaces for lectures, workshops, and scene rehearsals. This may include the provision of hospitality, technical support, props, and handouts.</li><li>Liaise with freelancers, theatre professionals, and visiting speakers relating to the planning and delivery of courses and events.</li><li>Provide on-site logistical and operational support to delivery teams as required to support the changing day-to-day operation.</li><li>Process payments and expenses and ensure the prompt payment of freelance staff using financial software.</li></ul> &nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Professional, customer-focused approach, ensuring promotion of education work.</li><li>Strong organisational skills with proven ability to own, plan, and prioritise a varied workload.</li><li>Strong administrative skills with a good working knowledge of Windows-based software (particularly Excel); some familiarity with digital meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom or Teams) and customer relationship management (CRM) systems.</li><li>Interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with a wide range of people at all levels.</li><li>Customer-focused with a professional approach to tasks.</li><li>A supportive team member and good team worker.</li><li>Strong attention to detail.</li><li>Enthusiasm and willingness to learn.</li><li>A knowledge of how education organisations function.</li><li>The ability to respond rapidly and effectively to changing situations.</li><li>A creative individual with a passion for Theatre and/or the Arts.</li></ul>&nbsp; To apply:For more information, please download the job description via the Apply button. To apply, Please complete the online application form on our main jobs page by the deadline:&nbsp;&nbsp;We are committed to improving diversity and inclusion across our organisation. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single specification. If you’re excited about the role but your experience or qualifications don’t perfectly align, we encourage you to apply anyway. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups such as the global majority, LGBTQA+, those with a disability and neurodiverse conditions.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.If you have a query, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@shakespearesglobe.com" target="_blank">recruitment@shakespearesglobe.com</a>.

Shakespeare's Globe

Higher education coordinator

Closing date: 16th May 2025Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 dependent on experience (+bonus +benefits)Location: The role will be based at our London office, Carmelite House,&nbsp;with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week. This is an exciting fixed-term role for a detailed project manager with strong working knowledge of Monday.com and experience delivering intricate IT projects.Hachette UK is a creative powerhouse and the UK's second largest book publishing group. Our mission is to make it easy for everyone to discover new worlds of ideas, learning, entertainment and opportunity. We're made up of 11&nbsp;autonomous publishing divisions and over 60 imprints with a rich and diverse history and an incredible range of authors. We're also the market leader in e-books and publish a range of bestsellers in audio format, the fastest growing part of our business.It's an exciting time to join our business because the publishing market continues to grow and thrive. The UK remains the largest exporter of physical books in the world and book adaptations for film and TV are the foundation of the UK's creative industries. What you'll be doingAs a PMO Analyst, you'll be responsible for supporting the Project Management Office (PMO) in planning, coordinating, and executing IT projects.<ul><li>You'll ensure effective governance by monitoring project progress, tracking milestones, and maintaining documentation to keep everything aligned with set objectives, timelines, and budgets.</li><li>You'll help facilitate communication across project teams, making sure everyone is on the same page.</li><li>You will play a key role in championing in our project management tools.</li><li>Additionally, you'll play a key role in identifying risks and opportunities for improvement throughout the project lifecycle to keep everything running smoothly and efficiently.</li></ul> Who we are looking for<ul><li>We are looking for someone with great attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring accuracy in reporting and documentation.&nbsp; </li><li>Strong knowledge of Monday.com and excellent organisational skills to manage multiple tasks simultaneously are also very important in this role.</li><li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential, as you'll be interacting with teams at all levels of the organisation. </li><li>We're seeking someone with analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of identifying potential risks and issues and proposing effective solutions.</li><li>You should be able to work independently, while also thriving in a collaborative team environment.</li><li>Flexibility and adaptability are key, as you'll need to perform well in a fast-paced, dynamic project setting</li></ul> What we offerOur staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this:<ul><li>28 annual leave days per year, increases to 29 days after 2 years' service and goes up to 30 days after 5 years' (+ bank holidays)</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Generous pension schemes</li><li>Rent deposit loans</li><li>2 community days per year</li><li>Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months)</li><li>Retail discounts through Hachette rewards</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Eye care vouchers</li><li>Wide-ranging training library</li><li>Development programmes (including mentoring)</li><li>Up to 70% off book purchases</li><li>A charity bookshelf</li><li>12 Staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including&nbsp;Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing&nbsp;and religious networks</li><li>Season ticket loans</li><li>And much more!</li></ul> Our commitmentHachette employs people on the basis of their abilities. We aim to attract and develop talent from a base as broad as the world of readers we want to reach, with a wide and representative range of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality and socio-economic, regional and cultural backgrounds.If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please let us know.The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews and undertaking junior roles. For more information visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.booktradeentrysupport.org/" target="_blank">www.booktradeentrysupport.org</a>Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Carmelite House

Hachette UK

PMO analyst (12 month FTC)

Deadline for applications: 12th May 2025, 11:59PMInterviews: 22nd May 2025 This is an opportunity for a creative and highly organised individual to join Forward Arts Foundation's ambitious and dynamic team.The marketing and development coordinator will support the co-Executive Directors and Head of Programmes to deliver creative, engaging marketing strategies for our programmes, comms for donors and efficient administrative systems for our fundraising and development work. You will use digital media to enhance Forward's visibility within the education and culture sectors and beyond. Your support in executing marketing activities will be crucial in driving our broader growth ambitions.This role will report to the co-Executive Directors, and you will be integral in helping to widen contemporary poetry's audience, honour achievement and support underrepresented talent.This is a part-time role (17.5 hours/week) that requires some flexible hours as needed, with quarterly travel to London if you are not already based there. You can work from home or in our shared workspace in Liverpool or London.&nbsp;We are offering this role under two contract options.Permanent, part time contract:<ul><li>0.5 FTE, 2.5 days/week</li><li>£30,000 per annum pro rata</li><li>Pension contribution and holiday entitlement</li></ul>Freelance contract:<ul><li>12-month contract with an intention to renew</li><li>Rate of £150 per day for up to 130 days of work</li></ul>&nbsp;<h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ol><li>Showcase the charity to external audiences, particularly donors and high-profile stakeholders.</li><li>Gather the information needed to demonstrate impact for our stakeholders, including donors, high-profile supporters, and national and international audiences.</li><li>Lead on organisational branding, writing impact reports, developing event collateral and other impact focussed external communications.</li><li>Create compelling and emotive narratives, highlighting the power of our work, the stories of our beneficiaries and the importance of our artform.</li><li>Develop and deliver a regular cycle of effective campaigns to engage new supporters with our mission and our work.</li><li>Manage and maintain databases (CRMs) to track up-to-date donor information and data on fundraising activities.</li><li>Handle donor communications, including thank you letters and event invitations.</li><li>Assist with event planning, including managing RSVPs and booking venues and coordinating with suppliers around fundraising events.</li></ol>&nbsp;<h3>Person specification</h3>1. Experience and knowledge<ul><li>Experience of delivering organisational communications</li><li>Experience of managing social media and using analytics insights to inform content strategy</li><li>Experience of copywriting and editorial input</li><li>Experience of supporting events delivery</li><li>Familiarity Wordpress and Canva are essential; Motion and Salesforce are desirable.</li></ul>2. Skills and abilities<ul><li>Excellent copywriting skills and ability to create engaging media content</li><li>Highly organised and able to work from own initiative in managing a complex workload and meeting deadlines.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills - able to engage a wide range of people with an appropriate balance of warmth and professionalism</li><li>Attention to detail across promotional and comms materials.</li></ul>3. Attitudes and values<ul><li>Enthusiasm for the work of Forward Arts Foundation.</li><li>A proactive and good-humoured attitude to meeting challenges and bringing about change.</li><li>Flexibility and willingness to learn</li><li>Commitment to equality</li></ul>&nbsp;Please send your CV and cover letter to the email address found via the Apply button. Please do not include your name, email or other identifying information within your application documents, as they will be assessed anonymously.We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please make sure that you state in your application that you found this role via Creative Access.

Forward Arts Foundation

Marketing and development coordinator

Closing date for applications: 26th May 2025 at 11.59pmSalary: £28,808 per annumDuration: 18 monthsStart date: 1st September 2025 Sign up for our <a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/job/learn-more-webinar-financial-times-apprenticeship-scheme-34247" target="_blank">Learn More webinar on Zoom</a> from 5–6pm on Monday 12th May.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Financial Times apprenticeship scheme is now open to applications!This scheme is aimed at helping young people from under-represented groups start a career in journalism. We are particularly keen to hear from people from minority ethnic backgrounds and those from disadvantaged socio-economic households. This apprenticeship is for people who do not have a degree or a university application and candidates who have applications for a degree currently under consideration or who are attending university, are not eligible.You will study for an NCTJ qualification while working at the Manchester Evening News and the FT, under the 18-month apprenticeship scheme.We are looking for people who would like to develop a deep knowledge of current affairs and business, are curious, persistent, seek out the truth and feel suited to working to the tight deadlines and the pressures of a modern newsroom. You will also be able to adapt to different environments - the apprenticeship involves living, at different times, in London and Manchester.Due to the partnership with M.E.N., we are especially interested in applications from candidates living in the Greater Manchester area. &nbsp;What this apprenticeship offers<ul><li>Paid-for study towards the NCTJ level 5 qualification through the apprenticeship scheme</li><li>Training at the Manchester Evening News and the FT</li><li>Some accommodation support available &nbsp;</li><li>30 days annual leave</li><li>A dedicated FT mentor throughout the programme</li><li>Access to FT Employee Networks &nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>What you’ll do<ul><li>Begin with&nbsp;4 months study in London for the NCTJ level 5 journalist qualification (this industry-recognised standard is the equivalent of second year university and includes the NCTJ diploma). One day a week will be spent in the Financial Times’ London newsroom.</li><li>You will then spend 6 months training as a reporter in Manchester with the Manchester Evening News.</li><li>Return to London to spend 4 months training in a Financial Times specialist publication, such as Investors Chronicle.</li><li>A further 4 months working alongside FT journalists in the field and newsroom</li></ul>Timings may be subject to change &nbsp;Eligibility requirements<ul><li>You will not have a degree or be attending university</li><li>You will be aged 18 years or over by 1 September 2025</li><li>You have been awarded good Level 3 qualifications by September 2025. Suitable qualifications include:<ul><li>2 A levels</li><li>4 AS levels</li><li>NVQ</li><li>BTEC</li><li>Applied General Qualification</li><li>International Baccalaureate diploma</li><li>Access to higher education diploma</li><li>T Level</li><li>Tech level</li></ul></li><li>You must also:<ul><li>Have achieved GCSE 5 for Maths and 7 for English language</li><li>Have the right to work in the UK</li></ul></li></ul> &nbsp;We are looking for someone who is:<ul><li>Curious about people, governments, business and money</li><li>Open-minded and interested in different perspectives</li><li>Truth-seeker</li><li>Willing to learn</li><li>Conscientious, hard-working and diligent</li><li>Resilient and flexible</li><li>Strong communication skills, especially good written and spoken English</li><li>Able to adapt to different environments (the apprenticeship involves living, at different times, in London and Manchester)</li><li>Although not essential, include any languages, data and social media skills in your CV</li></ul> &nbsp;The use of AIOriginal reporting, great writing and intelligent commentary lie at the heart of FT journalism. Its readers trust us to produce quality journalism that is accurate, fair and insightful. This is why FT editorial staff do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to write articles or create other reader-facing content. For specific and pre-approved cases, AI can be harnessed for certain tasks, such as assisting data research for investigations. &nbsp;We expect applicants to the FT newsroom to refrain from using AI in their test submissions, and any written materials should be a genuine reflection of their own knowledge, skills and experiences. We encourage candidates only to employ AI as a tool to help with research and interview readiness for a role.&nbsp; &nbsp;What’s in it for you? Benefits included:Benefits vary by location but the FT is committed to providing best-in-class perks across all offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of these benefits are available<a href="https://aboutus.ft.com/careers/benefits" target="_blank"> here.</a>The organisation has embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, they are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible.&nbsp; &nbsp;About the Manchester Evening NewsThe Manchester Evening News is the biggest regional news website in the country, larger than some national brands. It tells the stories that matter to the people of Greater Manchester and beyond. Its journalism is rooted in hard news reporting, people-focused real life features, and issue-led campaigns. It has a strong cost of living, shopping, what’s on and TV offering.The MEN also provides a unique northern perspective on national news and issues, and the site has been widely recognised with industry awards.The Manchester Evening News is based in Oldham, close to Chadderton Metrolink stop and accessible by bus. It also works on a hybrid model with Tuesday-Thursday office based, but for this role would hope you would spend as much time as possible out on your patch once you have settled in. All junior reporters are mentored by a senior reporter and a content editor to support fast development. &nbsp;To apply<ul><li>Upload your CV, cover letter and application questions as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</li><li>In your cover letter, include the questions outlined below</li><li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully</li><li>Do not contact the company directly</li><li>Please email any queries about this role to Creative Access at this address:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul> &nbsp;In your cover letter:&nbsp;1. Tell us why you want to be a journalist (300 words max)2. Tell us why you think you'd make a great reporter (300 words max)3. This scheme is aimed at under-represented groups; tell us about yourself and your potential to benefit from this opportunity (300 words maximum) &nbsp;We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals who identify as Black, Asian, or from other ethnically diverse backgrounds, or people of any ethnicity who belong to the following under-represented groups: disabled people, people with the characteristic of gender reassignment, individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, carers and asylum seekers.&nbsp;Creative Access offers&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/career-support-programme" target="_blank">programmes of training, networking and support</a>&nbsp;specifically designed for people from these under-represented groups.

Financial Times

The Financial Times apprenticeship scheme

Are you a budding creative looking to secure your first role? Do you want the opportunity to expand your skills in admin, research and more? Have you got an exciting new experience to add to your next application? Sign up now to attend our online group CV Consultations…<a href="https://creativeaccess.org.uk/" target="_blank">Creative Access</a>&nbsp;strives to help under-represented groups&nbsp;secure jobs and paid training opportunities in creative companies. One of the UK’s leading diversity organisations, we fill an essential gap in the current creative landscape. The creative industries are highly competitive and can seem extremely difficult to break into, especially if you don’t have the right connections to give you a helping hand. Creative Access is here to help open the door to the creative industries for those from under-represented backgrounds.As part of our training and support, we offer guidance from the moment you start looking for a role through our online group CV Consultations. Sign up to attend our next session, which will take place on the 19th June 2025 at 5pm. What you will learn<ul><li>How to best present your CV and covering letter</li><li>What to include in your application</li><li>How to update your CV and covering letter with any recent experience</li><li>How to create a portfolio</li><li>How to improve areas that might be letting you down in applications</li><li>Please note that whilst we are unable to individually provide feedback for all CV's received, you will also be able to ask the Recruitment Team any individual questions about your CV in the Q&amp;A section of the session.</li></ul> To apply&nbsp;<ul><li>Click 'apply' to upload your CV. If you are yet to make your own CV, please upload a blank document.</li><li>Our CV consultations are group sessions held remotely via Zoom. Please let us know if you have any special requirements ahead of the session.</li></ul>

Creative Access

About Creative Access

Creative Access Group CV Session - 19th June 2025

Closing date for applications: 9am on 2 June 2025Salary: £90,000 Per Annum &nbsp;We are committed to improving diversity and inclusion across our organisation. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and the Global Majority are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single specification. If you’re excited about the role but your experience or qualifications don’t perfectly align, we encourage you to apply anyway. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups such as the global majority, LGBTQA+, those with a disability and&nbsp;neurodiverse&nbsp;conditions.Shakespeare’s Globe is currently seeking a Finance Director to join our Finance team. This is a key role within the Executive Leadership team, with accountability for Finance, Procurement and IT at the Globe. You will work collaboratively with the CEO and Executive leadership team to drive strong business as usual delivery, and provide provide balanced insight to Executive Leadership Team and the Senior Leadership Group so that they can take responsibility for questioning routines and rituals, and for streamlining processes that improve efficiency.&nbsp;The Finance Director is the lead on the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) and is a key part of other relevant committees. You will also attend and report at Board meetings, developing strong working relationships with Board members, the Artistic Director, Executive Leadership members, members of the Senior Leadership Group (SLG), the Finance and Procurement team, the Globe’s IT contractor, and colleagues throughout the Globe. &nbsp;The skills:<ul><li>Chartered Accountant.</li><li>Extensive Director level business experience in a complex organisation.</li><li>A strategic thinker with entrepreneurial instincts</li><li>Demonstrable experience in managing contracts.</li><li>Experience within the charities sector including understanding of the relevant accounting, taxation and other regulatory requirements this presents.</li><li>Empathy with the work, aims and mission of the Globe including an appreciation of the balance between the charitable purpose and commercial imperatives.</li><li>An effective and flexible leadership and management style with demonstrable ability to inspire, motivate, coach and develop a team.</li><li>Credibility and authority to work effectively and liaise internally with senior staff and externally with Trustees and other stakeholders.</li><li>An excellent negotiator and influencer with string emotional intelligence and good communication skills.</li><li>Analytical problem-solving ability with the appetite and energy to evaluate, challenge and change the status quo.</li><li>Experience in financial and risk compliance and governance issues.</li><li>Accessible and inclusive report writing and presentation skills demonstrated as a part of Board level reporting.</li><li>Positive, determined, pragmatic, and resilient – able to inspire confidence and respect.</li><li>The ability to work flexibly in a creative, fast-moving environment and understand the importance of artistic risk taking and to respond positively to it.</li><li>Experience in, or a personal interest in the arts, heritage/museum, or creative industries.</li><li>Experience of managing IT contracts or IT staff.&nbsp;</li></ul> &nbsp;The team:The Finance Department provides timely and accurate financial information to key stakeholders while protecting Shakespeare’s Globe assets and ensures compliance with laws and regulations in relation to financial and taxation matters. Serving as a key partner on topics requiring economic, financial and value for money inputs and expertise, the Finance Department manages Accounting and Financial Reporting, Tax, Banking Relationships, Procurement, Financial Risk Management, Contracts, Management Reporting, and external audit partners &nbsp;Shakespeare’s Globe:We celebrate Shakespeare’s transformative impact on the world by conducting a radical theatrical experiment. Inspired and informed by the unique historic playing conditions of two beautiful iconic theatres, our diverse programme of work harnesses the power of performance, cultivates intellectual curiosity and excites learning to make Shakespeare accessible for all. &nbsp;To apply:For more information, please download the job description via the Apply button. To apply, please complete the online application form by 9:00am on 2 June 2025. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Finance director

Closing date: Monday 12 May 2025 at 10amInterviews: Tuesday 27 May or Thursday 29 May 2025. Interviews will be held in-person at the Arts Council’s central London office.Contract: Permanent, 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: £29,092 &nbsp;per annum plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working.&nbsp;Location: London (The role will be based at the office base listed; 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) &nbsp;We are seeking a proactive personal assistant for the London Area Director.To succeed in this role, you will have senior level administrative experience in a similar role. You will have managed a busy diary with many conflicting demands in a fast-moving environment and you will need to have experience of governance work – organising and managing committee meetings and drafting minutes to a publishable standard.You will be highly organised, with the ability to plan and prioritise, as well as exercise effective judgement when managing complex tasks. Experience and/or a good understanding of the public sector and/or arts and culture sector is desirable.The role will be hybrid (office/working from home) however you will be required to attend and manage in-person meetings regularly in London. &nbsp;Interviews will be held in-person at the central London office.&nbsp;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 <a href="https://hive.evenbreak.co.uk/" target="_blank">here</a>Disabled people, those from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, and people under 30 are under-represented in our workforce so we particularly encourage applications from people in these groups.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 <a href="https://www.artscouncil.org.uk/working-us/benefits" target="_blank">here</a>.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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk</a>We believe our recruitment process should be inclusive and transparent. Find out what to expect with our application&nbsp;<a href="https://artscouncilengland-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/catherine_kane_artscouncil_org_uk/Eb75zAi8uDxFhhBbkFOmReABiLZsa5eqio-1OeGns5lgLA?e=gbgIFG" target="_blank">guidance</a> and more about our commitment to diversity on our website <a href="https://www.artscouncil.org.uk/developing-creativity-and-culture/diversity" target="_blank">here</a>.&nbsp;Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access. &nbsp;Job ref: LL63Please 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 <a href="mailto:recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Arts Council England

Personal assistant to the London area director

Salary: £25,000 &nbsp;Passionate about beauty, fashion and performance marketing?Lo Digital is a boutique Affiliate and Performance Marketing agency, founded by multi award-winning marketer Chikay Lo. With over 12 years of proven success in luxury and beauty eCommerce, Lo Digital has built a reputation for delivering exceptional ROI through carefully curated affiliate programs – all without compromising on brand. At Lo Digital, we work with a smaller number of clients so we become a true extension of our client's team - they are never just a number to us. We are obsessed about the brands and sectors that we work across.We’re now looking for a bright, organised and enthusiastic Affiliate Account Assistant to join our small but mighty team. Reporting into the Affiliate Account Manager - This is the perfect opportunity for someone early in their marketing career who’s excited to learn the ropes of affiliate marketing and grow their experience in a fast-paced, supportive environment.&nbsp;We work with the likes of Rixo, Rat &amp; Boa, Vieve and Kiki McDonough with lots of other exciting brands coming up in the pipeline. At Lo Digital, we prioritise supporting female-founded brands. &nbsp;<h3>What You’ll Be Doing</h3><ul><li>Supporting the Affiliate Account Manager in day-to-day tasks</li><li>Assisting with admin tasks including dashboard changes, publisher approvals and data pulling.</li><li>Helping to manage relationships with affiliate partners and networks</li><li>Updating internal documents and campaign trackers</li><li>Scheduling and sending affiliate newsletters and communications</li><li>Researching potential new affiliate partners</li><li>Supporting performance analysis and test-and-learn activities</li><li>Sitting in on client and partner calls to learn how we build strong programs</li></ul> &nbsp;<h3>What We’re Looking For</h3><ul><li>A strong interest in digital marketing (bonus if you’re familiar with affiliate marketing but this is not a prerequisite!)</li><li>Highly analytical and numbers based - this is a MUST</li><li>Super organised with great attention to detail</li><li>Good written and verbal communication skills</li><li>A self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude - we are a small team so a 'hands-on and get stuck in' mentality is crucial</li><li>Have a genuine passion for the verticals we work across (Beauty/fashion and wellbeing) and up to date with trends in these spaces</li><li>Comfortable using spreadsheets and learning new digital tools</li><li>Eagerness to learn from industry experts and grow within the agency</li></ul> &nbsp;<h3>What You’ll Get</h3><ul><li>Hands-on training in affiliate marketing from leaders in the industry</li><li>Experience working with well-known brands across beauty, fashion and lifestyle as well as up and coming independent brands</li><li>Exposure to high-performing marketing strategies and tools</li><li>A supportive, boutique agency culture with real opportunities to grow</li><li>Flexible hours and remote working</li><li>We offer summer Friday working hours with 1pm finish June-August</li><li>5% pension contribution</li><li>21 days holiday plus 1 extra day per year of service capped at 25 days</li></ul> We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please make sure that you state in your application that you found this role via Creative Access.

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