Relationship and Development Manager (COO24

Contract: Fixed Term until 28 February 2026 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: 36987 per annum plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme generous annual leave and flexible and hybrid working.

Location: Cambridge (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 onsite contact days with other members of the team normally 12 days a week)

We are looking for a motivated and knowledgeable Relationship and Development Manager to join our Music Hubs team. This is a key role in supporting the development and performance of Music Hubs across England ensuring that they facilitate exceptional music education to children and young people.

In this role you will build meaningful relationships with a portfolio of Music Hubs providing ongoing support monitoring their progress and helping them overcome challenges. Youll take an active role in observing Hub activities attending events and using data and performance assessments to guide Hubs toward achieving their goals. Additionally you will apply your expertise in music education to contribute towards policies and training that enhance the quality of delivery across the network.

Working closely with Music Hubs their partners and key stakeholders such as Local Authorities you will facilitate collaboration and foster connections that drive the programme forward. Youll also collaborate with your fellow Relationship and Development Managers and the Senior Relationship and Development Manager to ensure a unified and strategic approach to the programmes success.

This role requires someone with practical experience in music education or related fields alongside strong interpersonal and analytical skills. If you are passionate about making a difference in music education and can bring a strategic collaborative approach to your work wed love to hear from you.

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

Disabled D/deaf and/or neurodivergent people and those from Black Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds are underrepresented 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 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

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Job ref: COO24

Closing date: 09:00 Tuesday 22 April 2025

1^st Interviews: (virtual) 01 and 02 May 2025

2^nd Interviews: (virtual) 12 May 2025

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