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Job Title: HR and Office ManagerSalary: £40,000Hours: 32 hours per week (4 days per week, full-time equivalent)Location: On-site across SET Centres, with flexibility to work from home for specific tasks and adaptable arrangements to meet organisational needsContract: PermanentClosing date: Mon, 12 Jan 2026&nbsp;SET is seeking a thoughtful, values-driven HR and Office Manager to oversee and develop our people and office systems as the organisation continues to grow.We are committed to being an ethical, fair and forward-thinking employer, grounded in social justice within the arts and beyond. This role is central to fostering an internal culture based on transparency, care and respect, and to ensuring our systems support a thriving, inclusive organisation. &nbsp; The HR and Office Manager will oversee SET’s day-to-day HR and office systems, supporting a growing team while ensuring our internal infrastructure is transparent, scalable and people-centred. Working closely with Directors, managers and the Board of Trustees, the role will help embed best practice in employment, governance and internal organisation, upholding SET’s values, duty of care and commitment to being a fair and ethical employer. With an inclusive ethos always, SET actively encourages applications from all sections of the community, particularly from people whose backgrounds are underrepresented across the arts and charity sectors. This includes people from low-income backgrounds, people from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse backgrounds, and disabled people. As an employer participating in the government-backed Disability Confident scheme, we are committed to offering an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access. &nbsp;<h3>Job Requirements</h3>ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE &amp; EXPERIENCE<ul><li>Demonstrable experience in office management and HR coordination.</li><li>Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills Experience improving internal systems and streamlining processes.</li><li>A strong working knowledge of HR practices and UK employment law.</li><li>A commitment to fairness, accessibility and care in the workplace.</li><li>Ability to work independently and confidentially.</li><li>Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.</li><li>Experience handling sensitive employee relations issues, including dispute resolution and mediation.</li></ul>DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS &amp; EXPERIENCE<ul><li>Experience in the charity, arts or not-for-profit sectors.</li><li>Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint.</li><li>Familiarity with CRM platforms and HR/project management software (e.g. BreatheHR, Notion, Trello, Asana).</li><li>Comfortable using cloud-based systems and collaboration tools.</li><li>Familiarity with GDPR and data handling in a HR context.</li><li>Comfortable using, HR software and scheduling tools.</li><li>Confidence leading team-building initiatives or internal culture programmes.</li><li>Experience supporting staff wellbeing initiatives or EDI work.</li></ul><h3>Job Responsibilities</h3>For full responsibilities, person specification and staff benefits, please refer to the job pack via the Apply button.<h3>&nbsp;</h3>The closing date for applications is Monday, 12 January 2026, 23:59pm. Applications received after this time will not be considered.Short-listed candidates will be invited to a first interview within one month of submitting their application. First-round interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing 19 January 2026.Candidates who are further short-listed will then be invited to a second interview, providing an opportunity to meet more of the team. Second-round interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing 26 January 2026.The anticipated start date for the role is February / March 2026.If you need to submit your application in a different format or require any other reasonable adjustments, please contact the same email above.

HR and office manager

Closing date for applications: 9th January 2026Salary: £34,000 - £40,000 (experience dependent)&nbsp; Manage and grow the careers of leading artists and composers, overseeing everything from contracts and marketing to performances and recordings.The primary function of the&nbsp;artist and composer manager is to develop, promote, and manage all aspects of the careers of a defined list of artists and projects (including composers) who are multi-hyphenates, working across various areas of the music industry.The artist and composer manager shall be responsible for all day-to-day activity and strategy of a fixed roster artists and take a proactive approach to constantly search for opportunities across all aspects of the industry, as well as handle the contractual, administrative, production and financial needs of each individual. This role is a key part of the forward-thinking and dynamic Polyarts and HarrisonParrott team, crucial for its continued growth. Always ensuring exceptional service consistency and personal assistance to clients, this role requires a self-starter who anticipates needs, addresses concerns and resolves issues as and when they arise in a professional, confident and efficient manner. A proactive, strong initiative, responsible, self-motivated and autonomous work style is needed.&nbsp;Please be aware that working in the music industry, and working alongside international artists shall require additional hours, and adapting to calls and working patterns on different time zones. Attendance and preparation/production to concerts out of standard hours shall be expected within the contract.&nbsp; ResponsibilitiesArtistic strategy and relationships and sales&nbsp;<ul><li>Establish and build relationships with artists to deliver on their strategic needs and aims, working closely with senior management to identify and deliver this strategy</li><li>Work with key promoters across the industry to deliver high quality and efficient work</li><li>Clearly plan and implement sales for each of your artists alongside the Associate Director, Polyarts. Procure and negotiate engagements to implement agreed sales strategy of 6-8 artists or projects ranging from composers to instrumentalists to vocalists</li><li>Set regular sales targets and meet said targets</li><li>Aim to increase revenue per artist by 10-20%&nbsp;on an annual basis</li><li>Constantly push results and initiatives to improve financial results per artist and projects</li><li>Financial KPIs</li><li>Manage junior artist coordinator, in partnership with CEO and AD</li></ul>Career planning<ul><li>Show initiative in planning sales targets and strategies for your artists and implementing these plans</li><li>Act as a key point of contact with assigned artists and handle requests independently while keeping team in the loop – responsible for all meeting/sales update documents /agendas for artists</li><li>Work proactively (ie always putting forward initial recommendations) with director(s) and senior staff on the formulation of a strategic plan of performances and recordings for the development of an artist’s career</li><li>Maintain awareness of the progress of an artist’s performance through concert attendance, reading reviews and discussion with the artist and promoters and provide internal progress reports, briefings and management career projections</li><li>Oversee the maintenance of various diaries of each artist and finalise details of each engagement</li><li>Check repertoire details including versions/editions, language, string strengths and instrumentation</li><li>Oversee requirements for work permits and/or visas, and make the necessary applications where necessary</li><li>Oversee detailed requirements according to artists personal needs and rider&nbsp;</li></ul>Contracts<ul><li>Negotiate/advise on contract terms, ensure fee negotiations are finalised, process and manage the issuing and finalisation of contracts</li><li>Ensure there is effective liaison with the accounts department on all matters relating to timely accounting to artists, commission, and tax arrangements</li><li>Assist in the administration of contracts which are non-specific to engagements, such as recording and TV contracts, music directorships</li></ul>Financial administration<ul><li>Ensure with coordinators financial information on artist diary system is maintained and outstanding fee negotiations followed up on a timely basis</li><li>Review promoter invoices and monthly commission statements to ensure correct</li><li>Liaise with promoters and HP accounts department regarding social security payments, tax waivers and withholding tax arrangements</li><li>Oversee/Keep track of and ensure timely payment of artists' fees, and check deductions of tax, social security etc, by promoters</li></ul>Marketing and PR<ul><li>Oversee and work on presentations and make sure external materials, are up to date as well as artists pages, documents, biographies, press packets and websites</li><li>Work on regular mailouts and webnews items to promote your artist’s achievements and inform presenters, venues, orchestras and achieve conversion to sales and sales leads</li><li>Support artist on the delivery of their social media accounts, where necessary</li><li>Manage coordinators to ensure that reviews are collated on a regular basis</li><li>Monitor ticket sales of live events and work with promoters to deliver on successful marketing campaigns</li><li>Maintain and distribute artist’s photographs, press material and promotional recordings as required</li><li>Maintain a high degree of current working knowledge on global music, entertainment and consumer brand digital marketing campaigns; acting as Polyarts specialist in this area</li><li>Where necessary consult with and support other artist managers on digital marketing</li><li>Work on marketing strategies and media partnerships&nbsp;</li></ul>Business sevelopment<ul><li>Be alert to opportunities for collaborations, connections, and links between Polyarts and HarrisonParrott artists and projects</li><li>Develop proposals for potential project partners and consultancies and the monitoring of those already contracted&nbsp;</li></ul>Artists &amp; repertoire<ul><li>Some signing or project evaluation responsibility to be approved by senior manager/director</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experienceEssential<ul><li>Proven experience and competency in managing artists including strategic career planning, sales and marketing, and contract negotiation, or directly comparable and relevant experience in an alternative area of the classical music business</li><li>Excellent project management skills</li><li>Knowledge and passion of contemporary music across range of genres and sub-genres</li><li>High level of accuracy, attention to detail</li><li>Solid organisation skills</li><li>Ability to manage and prioritise a large number of varied tasks with multiple deadlines</li><li>Excellent IT skills</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook</li><li>Prior experience in a relevant and related area of the music business</li><li>Excellent knowledge of and active interest in music</li></ul>Desirable&nbsp;<ul><li>Digital marketing experience</li><li>Experience managing composers, commissioning agreements, rights</li><li>Knowledge of recording industry&nbsp;</li></ul> We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

HarrisonParrott

Artist & project manager: Polyarts and HarrisonParrott

Closing date for applications: 2nd January 2026Salary: £26,742.00Reports to: Senior talent acquisition advisorDepartment: People teamLocation: LondonNumber of roles: 1Start date: September 2026 This apprenticeship would suit someone looking to start a career in HR (Human Resources) or recruitment.If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you.&nbsp;The Talent team (Recruitment Team) at Channel 4 (C4) have responsibility for several areas including;<ul><li>Finding brilliant people to join C4 across our Creative, Commercial and Operations divisions</li><li>Supporting our line managers in managing the recruitment and talent processes e.g How to set up interviews, the types of questions asked, making offers, providing feedback to rejected candidates etc.</li><li>Working on many varied projects from new joiner induction, the careers site and recruitment technology / systems</li><li>We are a small team with a busy and varied workload. We typically recruit for between 200-300 roles a year, working hard to ensure that we find the best candidates, who come from a variety of different backgrounds but who all share a passion for C4 and our remit.</li><li>We are committed to providing a great service to the hundreds of line managers we support each year and ensuring that the thousands of candidates who apply for our roles are given a brilliant candidate experience – especially as we are not able to offer a job to most of them.&nbsp;</li></ul>The apprenticeship is focused on recruitment so an interest in Resourcing/Talent Acquisition is needed.&nbsp; Key responsibilities<ul><li>Posting / updating job descriptions on our internal systems and external platforms</li><li>Utilise social media to promote opportunities</li><li>Learn how to shortlist and process candidates in our ATS (Applicant Tracking System)</li><li>Assist with selection processes</li><li>Book interviews and utilise HireVue (our online video interviewing platform)</li><li>Liaise with hiring managers and candidates – Responsible for responding to queries that come through via the recruitment inbox</li><li>Support the administration of the new induction process</li><li>Work with external suppliers e.g agencies and companies for merchandise</li><li>Provide constructive feedback to candidates and processing offers</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experienceAs part of the application process you’ll be asked to tell us how you meet the essential criteria listed below. When answering this question think about examples from your experience so far, this doesn’t need to be professional experience but could be academic, from volunteering or a part-time job.We’ve provided some examples beside the first four criteria of experience that could demonstrate you have these skills. Please note you do not need to use these examples, they are just here for guidance and you should draw from your own personal experiences.<ul><li>Verbal and written communication skills<ul><li>Verbal - e.g. experience of dealing with customers or working as part of a team.</li><li>Communication – e.g. writing emails, completing an application form or essay, or if you have a hobby that involves creative writing.</li></ul></li><li>Attention to detail – e.g. Cashing up on tills or proofreading coursework.</li><li>Organisation skills and ability to prioritise tasks – e.g. Planning events whether personal or for professional purposes, as well as managing work life balance, for example working whilst doing coursework/exams.</li><li>An understanding of and a passion for Channel 4's <a href="https://www.channel4.com/corporate/about-4/what-we-do/channel-4s-remit" target="_blank">remit</a></li><li>Confirm you have Maths &amp; English GCSE Grade C (4) or above</li><li>Committed to providing excellent customer service</li><li>Confidence to learn and use multiple recruitment technology systems &nbsp;</li><li>Passionate about diversity and inclusion</li><li>Thrive by being busy and keen to learn and not afraid to ask questions</li></ul> About our apprenticeshipsOur apprenticeships are full-time, with four days per week spent working in a C4 department and one day per week completing the formal learning parts of the apprenticeship. You’ll spend 60% of your working week in your office base and 40% working from home.The formal training provided will consist of workshops, tutorials, webinars, coaching and in some cases residential boot camps. You can read more about the qualification being offered for this apprenticeship below.If you’d like some tips on writing your application before you apply, please watch our YouTube video, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLQuhYRC31g" target="_blank">How to Write an Outstanding Application</a>.<ul><li>Qualification offered with this apprenticeship: <a href="https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0070-v1-0" target="_blank">Level 3 Business Administrator</a></li><li>Length of apprenticeship: 15 months</li></ul> Am I eligible to apply?<ul><li>You must be 18 years old or over at the time the scheme starts to apply. There is no upper age limit.</li><li>You’ll need to have a Grade C (4) or above in Maths &amp; English GCSE</li><li>You can’t have already completed the qualification being offered or similar at the same or higher level</li><li>Our apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers and people who do not have a degree. If you have a degree, please visit the Channel 4 Jobs website</li></ul> Channel 4 behavioursAt Channel 4, we have four core behaviours that underpin everything we do. These are outlined below, and we will be assessing candidates on these behaviours throughout the recruitment process.<ul><li>Include We’re Altogether Different so let’s give each other a bear hug, team up and trust each other to collaborate arm-in-arm. Don’t just listen: listen to understand.</li><li>Innovate Don’t just rinse and repeat: don’t just go through the motions. Challenge positive and embrace change. Experiment &amp; take smart risks.</li><li>Grow Question everything and school yourself. Be generous with your knowledge with others and seek feedback from them. Be clear with your objectives.</li><li>Get it done Make your time at Channel 4 count. Be a solution-finder, not a finger-pointer. Prioritise, decide and then act – always commercially.</li></ul> Alternative application formatsWe are committed to making the application process accessible. If you would like to discuss suggestions for alternative formats, or have any questions about the recruitment process in general, please contact us at <a href="https://4people.my.salesforce-sites.com/recruit/fRecruit__ApplyJob?vacancyNo=VN2608" target="_blank">apprenticeships@channel4.co.uk</a>Take a look at our access page for more information, which you’ll find by clicking <a href="https://careers.channel4.com/4skills/support" target="_blank">here</a>. You can also watch our YouTube video, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyCCQAp4jwg&amp;t=1s" target="_blank">Demystifying Interview and Workplace adjustments</a>. Additional questionsPlease remember to complete the additional application questions by uploading a Word or PDF attachment. These questions really help us get to know you better and we won’t be able to consider your application without them.<ol><li>Referring to the essential criteria listed on the job description, (which are all skills and experiences we deem important to thrive as a C4 apprentice), please use examples to demonstrate how you meet these (feel free to draw on academic, personal and professional experiences). (500 words max)</li><li>Can you share with us why representation and inclusion matter to you, and why you think they are important? (300 words max)</li><li>Please share a list of your current qualifications, including those you expect to obtain before the September 2026&nbsp;start of this apprenticeship. We require this information to ensure your eligibility for the apprenticeship you are applying for.</li><li>What Is your understanding of what a Talent Acquisition Apprentice is, what are you hoping to gain from this this apprenticeship and how does it fit with your future career plans? (250 words max)</li><li>Providing a brilliant level of service to our candidates and hiring managers is really important to us. Can you tell us about a time that you have delivered an excellent customer experience or level of service to someone (300 words max)</li><li>What’s your favourite TV programme and why? (200 words max)</li></ol> RelocationIf you need to relocate in order to take up this opportunity, we can offer you support towards the financial costs of moving. This includes a contribution towards your deposit and first months’ rent, plus visits to your new city to look for accommodation. The programme aims to offer opportunities to those currently underrepresented in the TV industry, so we are particularly keen to hear from Deaf and/or disabled people, ethnically diverse people and people from lower socio-economic groups.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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