Job Description
The Royal Shakespeare Company is looking to appoint a Company Manager for the upcoming touring production of Matilda The Musical, across the UK and Ireland.This position is offered as a fixed term contract, commencing on 14 July 2025, running through until January 2027.As Company Manager, you will be responsible for the efficient set-up, planning and day to day running of the Matilda The Musical Tour, including the professional and domestic welfare of the acting company, technical departments and musicians, across all venues, ensuring best practice and all relevant RSC policies are followed particularly in respect of Safeguarding for adults and children.You will also take the lead in maintaining performance standards on a day-to-day basis and for the backstage discipline required to run the production to the standards set by the creative team and the RSC.To be suitable for this role, it is essential that you have the following skills and experience:Professional touring theatre experience as a Company ManagerGood working knowledge of the UK Theatre Equity, BECTU and MU agreementsThe ability to deal with sensitive or confidential information with discretionExperience of budgetary controlExperience of working with children in a professional theatre settingExcellent organisation and management skillsIT user skillsYou will enjoy collaboration and have excellent communication skillsPatient, good-humoredAbility to work under pressure with accuracy and attention to detailExcellent personal skills and experience of working as part of a team, and leading a teamRehearsals will take place in London and Manchester, prior to the show starting its performances in Leicester.The closing date for applications is midnight on Friday 1 November 2024, and you must be available to interview during the week commencing 11 November 2024.All applications should be made online using the RSC website. If you need any assistance when applying, please email jobs@rsc.org.uk.The RSC strives for excellence and values creativity, inclusivity, sustainability, collaboration, and accountability. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all individuals. #J-18808-Ljbffr