Company Manager, The Royal Opera

The Royal Opera are now seeking to appoint a Company Manager to manage the day-to-day operations of the work of the Artists of the Royal Opera, and to work closely with the Chorus Manager, Senior Producer, Artistic Administrator and Administrative Director in order to ensure the smooth running of the Company.

Permanent contract

Full time; 40 Hours per week

Competitive salary dependent on skills and experience

Based in: Covent Garden London

 

Who we are:

The Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. The Royal Ballet and Opera wants to share these life-changing artforms with as many people as we can, working to enrich the cultural life of the nation by growing the public enjoyment and appreciation of exceptional ballet and opera.

The role:

The Royal Opera are now seeking to appoint a Company Manager to manage the day-to-day operations of the work of the Artists of the Royal Opera, and to work closely with the Chorus Manager, Senior Producer, Artistic Administrator and Administrative Director in order to ensure the smooth running of the Company. The Company Manager will manage the performance and rehearsal schedule and ensure the highest level of customer care, as well as building quality relationships with all artists and staff to enable them to deliver the best possible performance.

What you`ll bring:

This role will suit a strong team player who has excellent relationship management skills and be able to operate flexibly in a demanding live performance environment with professionalism and tact. You will be able to demonstrate:

• Detailed understanding and experience of the operational aspects of a performing company.
• Demonstrable experience of liaison with artists of international standing.
• Knowledge of the operatic and vocal repertoire and awareness of current trends in the music/operatic world.
• A consistently high level of customer care and responsiveness, and the ability to deal with people at all levels in a confident and professional manner with tact and diplomacy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines in a very busy and productive environment.
• The ability to react quickly to situations, to be reliable and resilient, to perform consistently under pressure and to respond positively to changing circumstances.

How to apply:

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, then we`d love to hear from you. Please follow the Apply Now link for a full job description, along with the RBO information pack which includes details on what benefits we offer. If you have any access requirements for your application, please contact the RBO Recruitment Team on hr.recruitment@roh.org.uk

The Royal Ballet and Opera is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.

Closing date for applications: 8am, Monday 7^th April 2025.

First round interviews will be held the week of 14^th April 2025.

Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.

Specific location

Salaried

07/04/2025

Permanent, Full Time