Operations Manager
Operations Manager - UTV
News and Programmes
Permanent
Office location: Belfast
Hiring range: £48,708 - £67,550
For more information please email TalkingCareers@itv.com
Your work matters to millions.
Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. So, it's not surprising that you'll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we're at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution.
When you join us, you enter a fun working environment. With opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact's felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people.
Come develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don't just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV.
Your impact sends ripples.
The role
The Operations Manager is one of the most senior roles at UTV and is central to the running of both our news and programmes output. We have a very successful team in Northern Ireland who win awards and attract huge audience shares and we're looking for someone who can inspire a large group of colleagues to help take the service to even further success..
Our Operations Manager leads all operational, logistical and technical fields for the UTV service. The role is extremely varied with wide ranging tasks and no two days are the same.
Some experience of setting and managing budgets is desirable as is an interest in advances in production methods.
You will enjoy the challenge of a pressurised, deadline driven operation and you will bring real passion for the industry. Candidates will ideally have a considerable background in live broadcasting and an awareness and appreciation of the workings of the news environment is desirable.
To rise to the challenge, you'll need excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to be accessible to colleagues locally and in the wider company at all times. This is not a 9-5 role and 'out-of-hours' calls including at weekends are common. An in-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations is desirable, as are top end administrative skills.
Skills you'll need (minimum criteria)
- The ability to plan and operate in the longer term (particularly in relation to colleague development strategy) as well as working to immediate deadlines.
- An organised and methodical but flexible approach with effective logistical skills.
- The ability to lead, develop, motivate and inspire others - setting and achieving high standards for the team.
- The ability to work to deadlines in a pressurised environment
- The ability to provide regular, honest and consistent feedback to others.
Other things we're looking for (key criteria)
- Candidates will ideally have a considerable background in live broadcasting and an awareness and appreciation of the workings of the news environment is desirable.
- The ability to engage effectively with colleagues within ITV, including senior leaders
- Knowledge of and interest in national and regional news - both newspapers, online and other broadcast media.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated and quick thinking with a 'can-do' attitude
- The ability to keep calm and focussed under pressure.
- The ability to understand and work to a budget
- An interest in upcoming technology
ITV is for everyone.
ITV strongly encourages applications for this role from Deaf, Disabled and/or Neurodivergent people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are disabled, we'll guarantee to take you to the next stage* (minimum criteria above).
We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments. Drop us a line if you require anything at talkingcareers@itv.com.
Find out more about applying with a disability.
* There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications.
Because those who make an impact deserve to be rewarded for it.
ITV offers some great rewards and benefits including:
- Flexible working with a range of options
- Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Competitive pension contribution
- Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
- Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life
Please note, on occasion we may receive a very large volume of applications which means applications for a role may close earlier than the referenced closing date. We'd encourage you to apply as soon as possible if interested.
Closing date 11th November 2024]]>