Deputy Head of Network Radio – BFBS

BFBS The Forces Station wants to hear from you if you’re an experienced music radio producer who is looking for a new challenge in a senior leadership role.

A central role based in BFBS HQ, the Deputy Head of Network Radio is a core member of the BFBS Radio leadership team, working across the 20x English-language services that make up our network. The role will oversee all areas of music playlisting/scheduling, as well as leading station sound and delivery of promotions. They will also have oversight of the weekend network schedule, manage freelance presenters, and will deputise for the Head of Network as necessary.

BFBS is a charity that exists to entertain, inform, connect and champion serving British Forces personnel and their families. BFBS Radio operates from 20 sites around the world, offering live and local programming in military communities in the UK and overseas. Music, imaging and promotions are programmed centrally, with local presenters producing live and local radio shows across multiple day parts. Our national DAB+ service operates from our HQ in Chalfont, which also provides networked programming and a sustaining service to the network.

• Candidates for this job will have:Extensive experience in music radio production, in particular station sound, imaging, and audio promotions, and knowledge of broadcast scheduling and playout software.
• Experience in music radio presentation, and an understanding of how to get the best out of radio presenters, and shape/structure radio programmes.
• Excellent knowledge of popular music across all genres, and experience of contributing to music policy and scheduling workflows.
• Tested leadership skills, including confidence in taking editorial decisions, experience of line management, and senior stakeholder liaison
• Experience in working with niche audiences and driving initiatives to better supply their content needs; the ability to identify and, when required, produce the most suitable content for the British Forces audience on audio and digital platforms.

This is a hybrid role and you will be required to attend your base in Chalfont St Peter for a minimum of two days per week, subject to business needs.

How to Apply

• Click ‘Apply’ and please submit the following as one document: Your CV, showing your full employment history
• A cover letter of around 500 words which demonstrates, with reference to the job description, how your skills, knowledge and experience make you the ideal candidate for this role, plus your salary expectations (please send this on the same document as your CV)

Closing date: 1 December 2024

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact us at opportunities@bfbs.com

If you’re unsure if you have all the requirements for this role, please still apply as we may think you’d be a great fit!

All applicants must be able to demonstrate current eligibility to work in the UK and must have a full driving license.

Why work for us?

BFBS is an exciting and rewarding place to work. We are committed to looking after our people, helping them to develop their skills and build successful careers.

What we offer

We offer a competitive employee benefits package that has been designed to support your health and well-being, and care for you financially. This includes a generous holiday entitlement, flexible/hybrid working, family friendly policies and an employee assistance programme.

We are a modern, vibrant and forward-thinking organisation and attract talented people to join and develop at BFBS, where we strive to create an inclusive and collaborative working environment where everyone can contribute, learn and be themselves. We have a number of networks run by our community of colleagues, including Wellbeing, Diversity and Inclusion.

All applicants must be able to demonstrate current eligibility to work in the UK.