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Head of Casework

Reports to: Director

Salary: £30-35,000 per year.

Hours: Full time 5 days per week, office hours are normally 9.30am to 5.30pm.

Location: Based at our office in Farringdon, London EC1M, with the potential for partial hybrid working dependent on circumstances.

Introduction: Casework is at the heart of C20 Society’s mission and is our core activity.  The Head of Casework is therefore a crucial role, and one requiring a high degree of skill, knowledge and integrity.  The primary responsibility will be to formulate and communicate our specialist expert advice on alterations to listed buildings.  This is delivered to local authorities, building owners and other key stakeholders.  Preparing rigorous applications for the listing of currently un-listed buildings is also a key activity.  The Head of Casework will draw on this on-going workload to help develop our wider campaigns and broaden our development of new and emerging areas of heritage protection.

Requirements: The role requires a broad knowledge of British architecture after 1914 and an enthusiasm for its protection. The ability to comprehend architectural drawings is vital, as is an understanding of the listed building consent process and related areas of planning legislation and policy.   Workplace experience of a role requiring deployment of these skills must be demonstrated.  Knowledge of retrofit techniques and of the decorative arts and crafts will be a bonus.  A post-graduate qualification in historic building conservation or a related subject would be beneficial, but is not essential.

Ability to work under pressure as part of a team and to be adaptable in the context of a small office is crucial. The person appointed will need to be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision to a high standard. Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written, are essential, as the person appointed will contribute to the Society’s social media output and magazine as well as handling press enquires and interviews. Some travel will be required. Participation in the activities of the Society is actively encouraged.

The post will involve regular attendance at the office in Farringdon and travel throughout the UK.  Expenses will be paid for travel to site visits.

To apply: Please send your CV and supporting letter with the subject line ‘Head of Casework Application’ to Catherine Croft (C20 Director) at [email protected]

The closing date for applications is midnight Monday 7^th April and we anticipate that interviews will be held in the week beginning 14^th April.