Job
Chief Operating Officer
This newly created role will play a pivotal role in helping to shape and oversee the delivery of a new, financially sustainable business model.
Arnolfini is an internationally acclaimed contemporary arts venue located in central Bristol. It is looking to appoint a Chief Operating Officer to work closely with the Director and Board to drive forward positive change across the organisation.
This newly created role will play a pivotal role in helping to shape and oversee the delivery of a new, financially sustainable business model to underpin Arnolfini’s vision and future ambitions.
The COO will lead on the financial, commercial, operational, legal and administrative functions of Arnolfini. They will be expected to help define and ensure the implementation of effective and integrated strategies which increase and develop Arnolfini’s activities across a wide range of visitors, customers, supporters and stakeholders.
We are looking for an action-orientated leader with drive, passion and a commitment to Arnolfini’s mission, staff and values.
Please note that candidates must be based in, or willing to relocate to, Bristol.
About Arnolfini
Arnolfini is an established centre for international contemporary arts located in the heart of Bristol’s harbourside. For over 60 years we have delivered a high-quality cultural programme working with the world’s best visual artists, writers, performers, and musicians alongside our weekly programme of engagement and learning activity. We attract over 600,000 visitors to our historic building to experience the vibrant programme of contemporary arts and we engage with hundreds of thousands more through online and outreach activity.
Our cultural programme brings the best of local, national, and international contemporary art to the region. Arnolfini’s location and flexible spaces (including a 200-seat auditorium) mean it is well placed to be the leading contemporary arts venue in Bristol, complementing and working with other arts venues in the city.
At the centre of our work is our strategic partnership with The University of the West of England’s (UWE) Bristol. This partnership aligns UWE and Arnolfini’s missions and resources to create a world class cultural and educational facility.
Chief Operating Officer
Working Hours: 40 hours a week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: c.£65k
24 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
Pension scheme up to 6%.
Staff discounts at Arnolfini Café Bar and Bookshop.
Flexible working options.
A vibrant workplace in Bristol’s harbourside.
Professional development opportunities.
Please apply by 9am Monday 3 March 2025. Sorry, but applications after this time will not be considered.
Interviews will be held Tuesday 11/Thursday 13/ Friday 14 March 2025 with a start date planned as soon as possible.
Please read the Chief Operating Officer Job Description and Personal Specification on the Arnolfini website.
If you would like to apply, please email your CV and expression of interest to: recruitment@arnolfini.org.uk
If you have any other questions regarding this role, please contact recruitment@arnolfini.org.uk
This newly created role will play a pivotal role in helping to shape and oversee the delivery of a new, financially sustainable business model to underpin Arnolfini’s vision and future ambitions.
The COO will lead on the financial, commercial, operational, legal and administrative functions of Arnolfini. They will be expected to help define and ensure the implementation of effective and integrated strategies which increase and develop Arnolfini’s activities across a wide range of visitors, customers, supporters and stakeholders.
We are looking for an action-orientated leader with drive, passion and a commitment to Arnolfini’s mission, staff and values.
Please note that candidates must be based in, or willing to relocate to, Bristol.
About Arnolfini
Arnolfini is an established centre for international contemporary arts located in the heart of Bristol’s harbourside. For over 60 years we have delivered a high-quality cultural programme working with the world’s best visual artists, writers, performers, and musicians alongside our weekly programme of engagement and learning activity. We attract over 600,000 visitors to our historic building to experience the vibrant programme of contemporary arts and we engage with hundreds of thousands more through online and outreach activity.
Our cultural programme brings the best of local, national, and international contemporary art to the region. Arnolfini’s location and flexible spaces (including a 200-seat auditorium) mean it is well placed to be the leading contemporary arts venue in Bristol, complementing and working with other arts venues in the city.
At the centre of our work is our strategic partnership with The University of the West of England’s (UWE) Bristol. This partnership aligns UWE and Arnolfini’s missions and resources to create a world class cultural and educational facility.
Chief Operating Officer
Working Hours: 40 hours a week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: c.£65k
24 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
Pension scheme up to 6%.
Staff discounts at Arnolfini Café Bar and Bookshop.
Flexible working options.
A vibrant workplace in Bristol’s harbourside.
Professional development opportunities.
Please apply by 9am Monday 3 March 2025. Sorry, but applications after this time will not be considered.
Interviews will be held Tuesday 11/Thursday 13/ Friday 14 March 2025 with a start date planned as soon as possible.
Please read the Chief Operating Officer Job Description and Personal Specification on the Arnolfini website.
If you would like to apply, please email your CV and expression of interest to: recruitment@arnolfini.org.uk
If you have any other questions regarding this role, please contact recruitment@arnolfini.org.uk
