Officer, Decision Making Tools Support (FCSF134)

Officer, Decision Making Tools Support (FCSF134)

Contract: Fixed term until 30 September 2026 (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: £33,643 per annum plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working. 

Location: Manchester (The role will be based in Manchester; however, we are operating a hybrid way of working and support our staff to make use of remote working options when combined with regular on-site contact days with other members of the team, normally 1-2 days a week) 

We’re looking for a temporary team member to help build Excel tools and dashboards that make decision-making easier. You’ll take data, clean it up and turn it into insights that people can actually use.

What you’ll do:

• Build and maintain Excel-based tools for projects and decisions
• Use formulas, PivotTables, charts and macros
• Work with the team to make tools simple and practical
• Support the operational function of Data Analysis

You’ll need:

• Strong Excel skills (complex formulas, pivot tables, macros)
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving
• Ability to explain what the numbers mean in plain language

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

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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 recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk

We believe our recruitment process should be inclusive and transparent. Find out what to expect with our application Guidance: How to apply and recruitment selection process | Arts Council England and more about our commitment to diversity on our website here. 

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Job ref: FCSF134

Closing date: Midnight, Monday 06 April

Interview: Monday 13 and/or Tuesday 14 April

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 recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk