Resource Scheduler at BBC

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with others, thrives on being organised and can stay on top of fast‑moving workloads. As a Resource Scheduler, you’ll play a key role in allocating staff and resources, working with complex business systems and supporting teams across a 24/7 news environment.
Working within a central scheduling team you’ll be responsible for managing daily and forward‑planning rotas across a wide range of teams. This role is ideal for someone who is calm under pressure, comfortable reacting to last minute changes to ensure the right people are in the right place at the right time.
Why Join the Team

• You’ll be joining a collaborative and highly trusted operations team at the heart of BBC News NI. You’ll work closely with teams across a range of journalistic teams with a range of skills and ways of working, gain a strong understanding of how a fast‑paced newsroom operates, and play a meaningful role in supporting journalism that reaches our audiences.

Your Responsibilities and Impact

• Manage day to day and forward planning staff schedules across multiple teams, ensuring the business is resourced with the right skills and experience.
• Act as a key point of contact for scheduling queries and requests teams and stakeholders.
• Adhere to BBC Terms & Conditions and HR policies in all scheduling activities.
• Maintain accurate administration and documentation 
• Respond to on‑the‑day changes, adapting quickly
• Support contingency planning where required, ensuring programming priorities are met.

Your Skills and Experience

• Excellent organisation skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience working with new systems or workflow tools, and confidence in following established business processes accurately.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly and professionally.
• A calm and resilient approach, with the ability to work under pressure and find solutions quickly.
• The ability to work independently and make pragmatic decisions when needed.
• Flexibility to work in a fast paced environment, adapting to short notice changes.
• Experience using WorkPlace or similar systems (desirable).

Disclaimer

• This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.