Deputy Director

Job title: Deputy Director

Responsible to: Director

Hours: 35 hours per week. You would be expected to work the hours necessary in order to carry out your duties to the standard required.

Location: Hybrid – Nottingham Contemporary office and home

Salary: £45,000-£50,000

Term: Permanent

Benefits include: Enhanced annual leave, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, occupational sick pay, enhanced employer pension contributions, flexible working, hybrid working, and staff discounts at our on-site café and shop.

About the role

We are looking for a strategic, self-motivated and entrepreneurial Deputy Director to support the long-term success and sustainability of Nottingham Contemporary. The Deputy Director works closely with the Director, Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Board to deliver the strategic direction, business planning and lead the operational management of the organisation.

The Deputy Director is responsible for the effective internal operation of the organisation, embracing its administrative, facilities, financial, personnel, IT and legal functions as well as its income generation growth strategy. The post holder has executive responsibility for the development and delivery of all aspects of the Business Plan and Arts Council England’s National Portfolio funding agreement, monitoring all Key Performance Indicators. The Deputy Director works with the Director and SLT to shape a sustainable future for the Gallery, maximise income generation and reduce environmental impact.

To apply

Please see our website for the full Job Description and Person Specification, as well as for our application form: https://www.nottinghamcontemporary.org/about/work-with-us/#deputy-director

To apply, please email your completed application form or video/audio application statement to recruitment@nottinghamcontemporary.org by Mon 28 Jul 2025, 10am. Please note, CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: Mon 28 Jul 2025, 10am

First interview date: Wed 13 Aug 2025

Second interview date: Thu 21 Aug 2025