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Operations Manager, Bethlem Gallery

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Job Summary

We are seeking a kind, organised and skilful Operations Manager. Do you have the experience and skills to work with the director and team, and oversee the smooth, efficient, safe and creative running of Bethlem Gallery?

Job Description

OVERVIEW

We are seeking an Operations Manager who will make an important contribution to our work, and expand the capacity and range of skills within our small and committed gallery team. This role would suit someone kind and organised, with a sound knowledge of managing a public building, governance and business development, as well as genuine interest in supporting the development of a contemporary visual arts organisation in a mental health setting. Do you have the experience and skills to work with the director and team, and oversee the smooth, efficient, safe and creative running of the Gallery?

Operations Manager: Overseeing the management of gallery operations, including our public, studio and staff spaces, commercial opportunities, policies and procedures.

Reports to: Director, Bethlem Gallery

Direct reports: Comms manager, Finance officer, Front of House coordinator, Front of House Saturday assistant

Location: Bethlem Gallery, Bethlem Royal Hospital, BR3 3BX. Must be able to come to Gallery four/five days a week.

Hours: Full time, ideally Tuesday - Saturday (or two Saturdays & two Mondays/Month). We would also welcome proposals for a part-time role at 4 days a week.

Salary: £42-45,000 FTE

Contract type: Permanent

Deadline for applications: 9am Monday 3 June 2024

Job starts: August/September 2024

Job Requirements

Skills, Experience and Knowledge Required

  • At least three years' experience working at senior management level in a charity/arts setting (Essential)
  • Experience of managing a venue - eg knowledge of Health and Safety law, risk assessments, procuring insurance and contracts, and supporting front of house colleagues (Essential)
  • Experience of line managing staff (Essential)
  • Experience and skill in revising, developing and implementing policies and plans (Essential)
  • Experience of using a range of apps, eg excel, xero (Essential)
  • Excellent communication, administration and project management skills (Essential)
  • Understanding of the legal requirements for charities (Essential)
  • Excellent numeracy and financial awareness (Essential)
  • Ability to work across a range of activities simultaneously, prioritise and meet deadlines. (Essential)
  • Experience of increasing commercial revenue (Desirable)
  • Knowledge of arts and mental health sectors' issues and priorities. (Desirable)

Job Responsibilities

Overseeing the management of gallery operations, including our public, studio, storage and staff spaces, commercial opportunities, HR, policies and procedures.

Please see the job pack for more details.

https://bethlemgallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Operations-Manager-Job-Pack-Bethlem-Gallery-2024.pdf

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How to Apply

If you are a skilful and caring arts/charity professional who is excited by the work we do and meet the essential criteria then we would love to hear from you.

To apply please send a CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the job to director@bethlemgallery.com.

We welcome applications in written, audio or video formats. To submit applications in an alternative format, to request information in an alternative format or to discuss any reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process please email
director@bethlemgallery.com.

Please see the job pack for more information.

https://bethlemgallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Operations-Manager-Job-Pack-Bethlem-Gallery-2024.pdf

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