Head of Operations and Estate
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Hours: Full time (37.5 hours)
Contract type: Permanent
The role
The Head of Operations and Estate is a critical leadership role responsible for delivering and developing RADA's operations to a high standard, and an opportunity to make a last impact in a creative environment. The post holder will oversee the Facilities, Events & Hires, Front of House, and Box Office teams. The role includes managing staffing and operating budgets, day-to-day buildings and facilities management, and commercial venue usage.
The position is also responsible for health and safety compliance, sustainability management, and supporting RADA's anti-racism and equity and mental health strategies. The RADA estate comprises four buildings in central London, with mixed use for training, performance, workshops, and offices.
About us
Founded in 1904, RADA has an unparalleled record of success in training some of the world’s most renowned actors and technical specialists.
Through our approach to teaching, learning and wider social engagement we foreground equitable and sustainable practice in a way that sets high standards and feeds expectations for fair and considerate behaviour both in RADA and beyond. Our access and participation programme aims to remove any barriers that students from underrepresented groups may encounter so they are able to access and succeed on our courses, and progress into the industry.
This is an exciting time to join us. We are developing a new vision and strategy for RADA, building on its existing successes to redefine training in the dramatic arts for the 21st century, focusing on key themes of training and student experience, growth, industry, and international dialogue and engagement.
In addition to our aims for our vocational training, we are working from our foundational strengths to grow our income streams through life-changing work, aligned with our core pedagogy and ethos. We aim to co-create with industry and other stakeholders to build on our reputation as a centre of excellence and innovation in our field.
How to apply
To apply, kindly send your updated CV and covering letter to hrapplications@rada.ac.uk and complete our equal opportunities monitoring form. Your covering letter should explain why you are interested in the role and provide a brief overview of your relevant experience.
Closing date: 12pm on 30 October 2023
Interviews w/c 30 October and w/c 6 November 2023
If you have any questions please contact:
Vinodini Krishnan
HR Administrator
hrapplications@rada.ac.uk
+44 (0)20 7908 4895
The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art is dedicated to Equal Opportunities in employment and seeks to achieve diversity amongst its staff to reflect the community it serves.