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Head of Operations

Published: 05 Nov 2026

The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is the UK’s independent authority on age ratings. From the cinema screen to the latest digital platforms, our mission is to empower families to make informed viewing decisions.

Behind every age rating is a fast-paced, high-volume operational engine ensuring content reaches audiences securely, efficiently, and on schedule. We are now seeking an exceptional, forward-thinking Head of Operations to run and optimise our end-to-end classification pipeline.

If you thrive in dynamic, deadline-critical environments and bring a passion for operational excellence and exceptional customer experience, this is your opportunity to play a pivotal role at the heart of the UK’s media landscape.

Head of Operations

• Salary: £60,000 to £65,000 per annum (depending on experience)

• Location: Soho, London (Hybrid - minimum 2 days in office)

• Reporting to: Director of Technology and Operations

As Head of Operations, you will lead our day-to-day classification workflow, overseeing the entire journey of content from receipt and viewing through to certification and rating delivery. You will act as the voice of the customer across our operations, ensuring our processes are agile, resilient, and built around the real-world release schedules of leading studios, streaming platforms, and distributors.

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To Apply

Submit your CV and a compelling covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. 

Please send your application to: recruitment@bbfc.co.uk

Alternatively, you can post your application to: Hamira Saddique, HR Manager, BBFC, 3 Soho Square, London W1D 3HD

Closing Date for Applications: 4:00pm on Wednesday 25th November 2026

Interviews will take place in-person during the week commencing 7th December 2026. 

Please note:

• If you have not heard from us by Friday 11th December 2026, you may assume your application has been unsuccessful.

• Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to provide individual feedback if you are not shortlisted for an interview.

• We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies

• The BBFC reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.