As EA to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), this role has a primary focus in providing comprehensive administrative support to the COO, in collaboration with the wider Directors' office team and the COO's direct reports. They will be responsible for delivery of smart and strategic diary management for the COO and handling administrative tasks on the COO's behalf. This role will provide varying levels of support for the Finance & Audit Committee, NT Food & Drink Board, Enterprises Board, and the Financial Planning Group. This will be done in close collaboration with the key contacts (internal and external), including, where appropriate, acting as central point for preparation of related papers, meeting scheduling; comprehensive minute-taking may also be required. A key organisational focus over the next year will be delivery of substantive capital and improvement works. The EA will play a central and strategic role in the organisation and oversight of the related administrative complexities. In addition to having primary responsibility to the COO, this role will provide administrative support to the Legal team, including invoice and expenses management, and diary co-ordination where required. The successful candidate will have the following: Considerable experience in an EA / PA or senior-level equivalent administrative capacity within an Executive environment (business or charity sector) Exceptional administrative and organisational skills, with a focus on complex and strategic diary management Excellent communication (in all mediums), interpersonal, and organisational skills, including building and maintaining key relationships in a senior space Proven experience in safeguarding sensitive and confidential information accordingly, with a core understanding of prioritisation Experience in formal minuting and report drafting If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you! The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Thursday 23rd July 2026 at 12 noon.
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
As EA to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), this role has a primary focus in providing comprehensive administrative support to the COO, in collaboration with the wider Directors' office team and the COO's direct reports. They will be responsible for delivery of smart and strategic diary management for the COO and handling administrative tasks on the COO's behalf. This role will provide varying levels of support for the Finance & Audit Committee, NT Food & Drink Board, Enterprises Board, and the Financial Planning Group. This will be done in close collaboration with the key contacts (internal and external), including, where appropriate, acting as central point for preparation of related papers, meeting scheduling; comprehensive minute-taking may also be required. A key organisational focus over the next year will be delivery of substantive capital and improvement works. The EA will play a central and strategic role in the organisation and oversight of the related administrative complexities. In addition to having primary responsibility to the COO, this role will provide administrative support to the Legal team, including invoice and expenses management, and diary co-ordination where required. The successful candidate will have the following: Considerable experience in an EA / PA or senior-level equivalent administrative capacity within an Executive environment (business or charity sector) Exceptional administrative and organisational skills, with a focus on complex and strategic diary management Excellent communication (in all mediums), interpersonal, and organisational skills, including building and maintaining key relationships in a senior space Proven experience in safeguarding sensitive and confidential information accordingly, with a core understanding of prioritisation Experience in formal minuting and report drafting If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you! The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Thursday 23rd July 2026 at 12 noon.
You will play a key role in developing the industry-leading commercial function that the NT needs to continue delivering great theatre into the future. You will help us to meet our ambitious savings targets, mitigate supply chain risk and embed the policies, processes and procedures that are needed to ensure the new function is successful. You will provide commercial leadership across a multi-million-pound third-party spend portfolio spanning IT, digital production, technical theatre systems, production services and related infrastructure across not just the NT's Southbank campus but its NT Live cinema and NT at Home streaming offerings. This role will be the second most senior procurement position within the organisation and offers significant opportunity to shape the future direction of the function. You will deputise for the Head of Procurement where required, representing the function at Executive level meetings and taking ownership of strategic initiatives across the wider procurement programme. You will build robust, collaborative relationships with business areas, suppliers and industry peers as well as developing an understanding of the unique roles our technical and creative teams play in delivering the work the NT produces on its stages. The successful candidate will have the following: Relevant degree-level education and/or MCIPS qualified or equivalent Demonstrates enthusiasm for the performing arts and the role procurement can play in supporting creative excellence Excellent stakeholder management experience. Works collaboratively with business areas, finance, legal and other related departments to find pragmatic solutions to business problems A proven negotiator who delivers savings efficiently and balances competing objectives to achieve the best possible outcome Outstanding organisational abilities If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you! The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Thursday 23rd July 2026 at 12 noon.
Jul 09, 2026
Full time
You will play a key role in developing the industry-leading commercial function that the NT needs to continue delivering great theatre into the future. You will help us to meet our ambitious savings targets, mitigate supply chain risk and embed the policies, processes and procedures that are needed to ensure the new function is successful. You will provide commercial leadership across a multi-million-pound third-party spend portfolio spanning IT, digital production, technical theatre systems, production services and related infrastructure across not just the NT's Southbank campus but its NT Live cinema and NT at Home streaming offerings. This role will be the second most senior procurement position within the organisation and offers significant opportunity to shape the future direction of the function. You will deputise for the Head of Procurement where required, representing the function at Executive level meetings and taking ownership of strategic initiatives across the wider procurement programme. You will build robust, collaborative relationships with business areas, suppliers and industry peers as well as developing an understanding of the unique roles our technical and creative teams play in delivering the work the NT produces on its stages. The successful candidate will have the following: Relevant degree-level education and/or MCIPS qualified or equivalent Demonstrates enthusiasm for the performing arts and the role procurement can play in supporting creative excellence Excellent stakeholder management experience. Works collaboratively with business areas, finance, legal and other related departments to find pragmatic solutions to business problems A proven negotiator who delivers savings efficiently and balances competing objectives to achieve the best possible outcome Outstanding organisational abilities If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you! The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Thursday 23rd July 2026 at 12 noon.
The FP&A Manager plays a key role within the Finance Department at the National Theatre, supporting the Deputy Finance Director in delivering high-quality centralised reporting. The role has primary responsibility for consolidating management information across the organisation, ensuring that financial outputs are coherent, accurate, and provide a clear and consistent view of overall performance. The role will deliver key financial information and scenario analysis to support senior decision-making. A core aspect of the role is the critical review and constructive challenge of forecasts, budgets, and financial plans, alongside leading robust variance analysis and insightful commentary. The FP&A Manager ensures that financial narratives are clear, balanced, and forward-looking, enabling senior stakeholders to understand key performance drivers, risks, and opportunities, and to make informed decisions aligned with the Theatre s artistic and operational priorities. In addition, the role oversees the production of timely and accurate management accounts for a defined area of the organisation, maintaining strong financial control while partnering with budget holders to drive performance, accountability, and continuous improvement. The successful candidates will have the following: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification Excellent communication and presentation skills, translating complex financial data into clear insights for non-financial stakeholders Demonstrated experience in budget management, cost control, and financial planning Demonstrated experience leading teams and working cross-organisationally Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment If that sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you! The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 8th June 2026 at 12 noon.
May 22, 2026
Full time
The FP&A Manager plays a key role within the Finance Department at the National Theatre, supporting the Deputy Finance Director in delivering high-quality centralised reporting. The role has primary responsibility for consolidating management information across the organisation, ensuring that financial outputs are coherent, accurate, and provide a clear and consistent view of overall performance. The role will deliver key financial information and scenario analysis to support senior decision-making. A core aspect of the role is the critical review and constructive challenge of forecasts, budgets, and financial plans, alongside leading robust variance analysis and insightful commentary. The FP&A Manager ensures that financial narratives are clear, balanced, and forward-looking, enabling senior stakeholders to understand key performance drivers, risks, and opportunities, and to make informed decisions aligned with the Theatre s artistic and operational priorities. In addition, the role oversees the production of timely and accurate management accounts for a defined area of the organisation, maintaining strong financial control while partnering with budget holders to drive performance, accountability, and continuous improvement. The successful candidates will have the following: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification Excellent communication and presentation skills, translating complex financial data into clear insights for non-financial stakeholders Demonstrated experience in budget management, cost control, and financial planning Demonstrated experience leading teams and working cross-organisationally Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment If that sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you! The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 8th June 2026 at 12 noon.
