Summary: BFBS TV is seeking an experienced Programme Planner to join their scheduling team during a maternity leave cover. The role requires a strong interest in current TV content and trends, as well as knowledge of rights and acquisitions deals to support the content strategy. The position is based at their Buckinghamshire HQ, with a hybrid working approach requiring office attendance 2-3 times a week. The successful candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and able to work under tight deadlines while collaborating effectively with the team. BFBS offers a competitive benefits package and is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment.
Detailed Description From Employer
BFBS TV is an unrivalled mix of current UK entertainment and top-flight sport specially compiled for British Forces communities posted overseas. We work with major broadcasters, platform operators and rights owners at national and global level to deliver a unique service across on land and at sea.
Reporting to the Rights and Acquisitions Manager, we are looking for an experienced Programme Planner, to cover a period of maternity leave in our scheduling team, working across our multiplatform output of satellite and OTT. You will have a strong interest and extensive knowledge of current TV content and trends across linear and streaming, as well as an understanding of rights and acquisitions deals, to assist in our overall content strategy. We are a small team, so you will be organised and reactive to the ever-changing TV content landscape, which as you will know is a fast-paced environment. Therefore, you will be a confident communicator and collaborator, working to tight deadlines to implement schedules, export metadata, alongside coordinating publicity, all with an excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
The role is based at our Buckinghamshire HQ, full-time Monday to Friday with a business requirement to be in the office 2-3 times a week, as part of our approach to hybrid working.
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, a range of supportive family friendly policies, subsidised private medical and access to a free GP, alongside a comprehensive employee assistance programme. We strive to create an inclusive and collaborative working environment where everyone can contribute and be themselves. Our colleague-led networks - Belonging (Inclusivity and Diversity), Wellbeing, Women's, Armed Forces and Greener - ensure everyone has a voice.
Closing date for applications: Monday 29th June 2026 All applicants must be able to demonstrate current eligibility to work in the UK. This job advert may close early if sufficient applications have been received, so submit your application today.