Programme Lead

Your new companyDue to the partnership between Hays and Birmingham City Council, we are looking for a Programme Lead. Being the largest leading local authority in the whole of Europe, Birmingham City Council are renowned for their expertise in public services and endless opportunities. Birmingham City Council provides the city's residents with a number of services to ensure stability within citizens daily lives.Your new roleAs a Programme Lead, you will report to the Head of Service for Cultural Development & Tourism, which is intended to bring both capacity and specialist knowledge to drive the commercial benefit and economic impact of the film, music, e-gaming and tourism sectors in the city. The role will focus on the immediate commercial requirements of the film service as well as the transformational change needed in the next 2 years. The role will directly manage the 2 staff (film & tourism) but will undertake a review of options for developing the film service offered by the city. The role will specifically lead on projects regarding music, e-gaming and other creative industries, evidencing the opportunities and direct and indirect benefits to the city. You will also be responsible for:

• Implementing measures to ensure the Film Service delivers on its budget in 2024/25 and in future years
• Undertaking a review of the Film Service and developing a business case for the function that will enable Birmingham to maximise the impact of the growing film/TV sector
• Work with partners (including the WMCA) to maximise the investment coming into the city for creative industries
• Reviewing funding streams and commercial opportunities
• Ensure progress is made on current specific issues including

What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in securing this role, you should have experience as a project and/or programme lead, have strong organisational and negotiation skills, and fantastic communication and relationship building.The following attributes/experience will also be very advantageous: film/TV or creative industries, commercial acumen, and experience of funding opportunities.What you'll get in returnAs the biggest leading local authority in Europe with their reputation solely built upon their passionate investment people, your employment as a customer service advisor will be a rewarding perk of the job as you will be taking pride in the speed of service within Birmingham City Council as an organisation. You will receive an employee pension scheme and unlimited progression. You will receive a competitive rate of pay within the Gr6 banding.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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