Job Description

Vacancy:

Public Affairs Manager (Communication & Membership)

Location:

60% in the office. Hybrid, Soho London

Contract:

Full Time

Salary:

35,000 - 38,000 per annum gross based on experience + 29 days holiday in addition to bank holidays, Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance, Private Health Care, Group Income Protection, 8% Pension contribution from employer, Discounted food and drink from members' club, Access to members' screening.

Description:

Public Affairs Manager - Soho, London W1F, 35,000 - 38,000 per annum

Our opportunity:

BAFTA is a leading independent arts charity and academy with a membership of 14000 professionals working in film, games and TV.



As Public Affairs Manager, you will lead on engaging government, policy makers, industry bodies and external stakeholders in BAFTA's mission and purpose.



BAFTA is not publicly funded, however as a high-profile brand with a high-profile professional membership, BAFTA is well positioned to advocate for the screen industries, and, using the experience and feedback from the BAFTA membership, help shape public policy on the screen arts.



You will play a key role in this and in ensuring external stakeholders develop a better understanding of BAFTA and how the organisation delivers against its charitable remit.

How BAFTA gives you the red carpet experience

A salary of 35,000 - 38,000 per annum Holiday - 29 days a year plus bank holidays Pension - 8% contributory pension Employee health cash-back plan Long-term sickness insurance Life assurance - four times your annual basic salary Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice Cycle 2 Work Scheme & season ticket loan Access to cinemas throughout the UK and to BAFTA events

Who you are?

An excellent collaborator and team player, someone who is willing to take on a variety of tasks to support the small but busy team You'll be self motivated, someone who can see what work needs doing and make it happen You'll be curious and be someone who enjoys meeting people at all levels, including policymakers and politicians

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please apply via the link below and include a CV with cover letter which in no more than 500 words explains why you think you are suitable for this position.



The closing date for this role is Wednesday 17 September 2025, end of day.

About Us:

ABOUT BAFTA

BAFTA

isa leading arts charity focused on championing creativity, opportunity and social change for all through the transformative power of film, games and television.

BAFTA's Purpose:

Enrich the cultural landscape. Level the playing field. Be progressive. Inspire and celebrate.

BAFTA's Mission:

We champion practitioners in film, games and television, regardless of background and life experience. We provide community for our members and strive for progressive industry and cultural practices. We recognise exceptional storytelling through our awards.

BAFTA's Vision:

People from all backgrounds will have opportunity to thrive in the screen industries, bringing rich, more diverse stories for us to celebrate.

DIVERSITY MONITORING

Our aim is for our staff to be a diverse mix of talented people who want to come and do their best work. BAFTA is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who want to join BAFTA and do their best work. Our culture at work is inclusive and we celebrate diversity in all its forms. Please take the time to fill out our Diversity Monitoring Survey. All the information you provide will be anonymous and is not considered with your application.



We actively encourage all applicants to share with us how you might perform best throughout our recruitment process, as such should you wish for us to adjust the process in order for you to shine please get in touch: recruitment@bafta.org.

Date Posted:

02 Sep 2025

Supporting Documents:

JD - Public Affairs Manager