Deputy Director

  • Contract
  • London

The Bomb Factory Art Foundation


Job Summary

Leading the day-to-day running of the organisation, bringing together operations, HR, governance, finance oversight and property management under clear, reliable leadership.

Job Description

THE ROLE

The Deputy Director (Operations & Finance) is a new position in the organisation that will lead the day-to-day running of the organisation, bringing together operations, HR, governance, finance oversight and property management under clear, reliable leadership. Working closely with the Director and deputising in their absence, you will line-manage teams across finance, buildings, studios and administration, and act as Company Secretary to the Board of Trustees.

Beyond keeping the organisation running well, you will play a central role in what comes next including delivery of our 3-5-year strategic business plan, securing a permanent home for the charity, developing Not Another Art School as a scaled income stream, and supporting our pathway toward Arts Council England NPO status.

This is a hands-on, generalist leadership role. You will need to be equally comfortable reviewing a lease, running a Board meeting, troubleshooting an IT system and supporting a member of staff sometimes all in the same week.

Job Requirements

Essential
Strong experience in operations, administration, or organisational management
within a small organisation
Good understanding of governance, compliance, and financial processes, with
the ability to oversee and coordinate these effectively
Experience managing teams and supporting staff performance within a
collaborative environment
Experience in research, applications and management of fundraising
applications
Ability to develop and improve systems, processes, and ways of working
Strong organisational, problem-solving, and coordination skills
Clear communication and ability to work across teams and with external
partners
Experience of financial management including budget-setting, monitoring, and
reporting to senior leadership or trustees
Experience of lease, property, or facilities management, including working with
landlords, legal advisers, and building compliance

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Deputy Director
  • Salary: £50k+
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Visual arts
  • Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 29 Jun 2026

  • Location:

    London

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