As a Policy Adviser for Arts Infrastructure, you will oversee major cultural capital investment programmes and projects to ensure public funding delivers sustainable and impactful results. You will manage oversight of the Cultural Development Fund, working closely with Arts Council England on project delivery, governance, change requests, and ministerial advice. You will also act as the key policy lead for prominent capital projects including the Octagon Theatre, National Theatre, and Crucible Theatre upgrades. Working within a flexible team, you will support wider arts policy development and collaborate with sector partners to improve access to culture nationwide.

What they're looking for

• Strong track record of overseeing complex funds, projects, or delivery programmes
• Ability to analyse complex evidence to provide clear and balanced advice
• Excellent collaborative skills to navigate barriers and deliver strategic goals
• Understanding of how arts infrastructure investment supports wider priorities

Nationality requirements

Open to UK, Irish, Commonwealth, EU/EEA/Swiss, and Turkish nationals with appropriate rights to work or EUSS status.

Selection process

Interviews will take place remotely via Microsoft Teams and will include behaviour questions and a presentation.

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