The Mayor of London is seeking an experienced culture sector leader to become a Member of the London Area Council of Arts Council England. This is a unique opportunity to help steer the direction of Arts Council England’s work in London and support the culture sector at an important time. The Member will be appointed by the Mayor.
London’s creative industries are key economic drivers, accounting for 1 in 6 jobs prior to the pandemic. Culture can also make major positive impacts on Londoners’ health and well-being. However, London’s arts and culture organisations are facing unprecedented challenges, from the need to recover from the impacts of the pandemic to the reality of significant cuts in funding and spiralling cost pressures, to the risks of climate change. Strong leadership from the London Area Council is needed to help address these challenges.
As a Member, you will support and shape the work of the London Area Council on key issues including expanding arts engagement and improving equality, diversity and inclusion in creative sector employment. You will be responsible for investment decisions during National Portfolio Organisation selection rounds. You will work closely with other Council Members and Arts Council England’s London Area Director to deliver Arts Council England’s strategic objectives in London.
We are seeking a sector leader with a strong knowledge of culture and creative industries and the challenges and opportunities the sector is facing in London. The successful candidate will have a demonstrable commitment to championing diversity and access in the arts. They will have the ability to think strategically and imaginatively to make an effective contribution to the Council’s decision-making. They will have excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective networks across the cultural sector.
Please read the APPLICANT PACK for full details of the role and recruitment process.
London Area Council members must live or work in London.
If you would like to discuss the position informally, please contact Shonagh Manson, Assistant Director for Culture and Creative Industries at shonagh.manson@london.gov.uk prior to the closing date.
How to apply
If you are interested in applying, please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum 2 sides) via our online recruitment system. You will also be asked to provide confidential recruitment monitoring information, which will be considered separately from the content of your application.
The CV should include details of employment, public appointments, and the name and contact details of two referees willing to provide a reference. Please also include any relevant information regarding your eligibility for appointment and any directorships you hold.
Your covering letter should address the points listed in the Person Specification. These are the criteria which all applicants will be shortlisted against.
Application closing date: Wednesday 9 November 2022 at 23:59 GMT
Interviews will be held on: Tuesday 29 November 2022