Executive Director (Maternity Cover)

Job Summary

Fuel’s Executive Director is going on maternity leave, so we're looking for cover for one year (from late June '26). This is a pivotal senior leadership role, working with the Artistic Director & CEO to help shape Fuel’s strategic, operational & financial future during an ambitious programme year.

Job Description

Executive Director (Maternity Cover)
Fuel is looking for an experienced, collaborative leader with strong financial and fundraising expertise, a passion for contemporary theatre, and a commitment to values-led producing: creativity, curiosity, trust, representation, learning and sustainability.

The Executive Director is expected to deputise for the Artistic Director & CEO when required, promote and maintain an organisational culture which values the highest standards of performance in delivering the artistic vision and in management practice.

Open to candidates based anywhere in the UK
£45-50k FTE depending on experience
We offer flexible & hybrid working
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, religion/belief, socio-economic status or age.
We actively welcome applications from those currently under-represented in the arts sector.

Full details and the application pack are available on our website linked below.

Job Requirements

Essential Experience & Skills include

Min. 5 yrs relevant operational experience of an arts org. with a national reach, or equivalent experience at a charity
Strong collaborative & leadership skills
Excellent financial skills & literacy
Proven experience of overseeing complex budgets effectively
Proven experience of leading & managing teams effectively
Experience of building & maintaining partnerships with other orgs
Experience of overseeing innovative & effective audience development & engagement strategies
Proven success in fundraising & experience of developing strategic fundraising plans (including for growing income from T&Fs, corporates & individuals)
Proven aptitude for time management; ability to work to deadlines
Excellent communication skills; the ability to work with a wide range of people from varied backgrounds
Understanding of & passion for contemporary theatre
Ability to assess complicated situations quickly & identify ways forward creatively

Job Responsibilities

Responsible to: Artistic Director & CEO

Responsible for: Head of Finance; Senior Development Manager (currently recruiting); Production Manager; Senior Engagement Producer; Development Producer; Executive & Fundraising Assistant (dotted line management). Also provide pastoral support for two Senior Producers.

Key Responsibilities are split into these areas: Leadership, Operations, Funding, Communications, Finance, Personnel, Policy and Other.

Please see job pack for full details.

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Job Overview

Job Title: Executive Director (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £40k-£50k
Hours: Full time
Artform: Performing arts
Role: Human Resources
Contract: Temporary
Closing date: Mon, 16 Mar 2026
Location: UK-wide

How to Apply

Please visit our website for full details including the application form to be submitted by email to [email protected].

Contact name: Ine Van Riet, Kate McGrath
Contact email: [email protected]

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About Fuel Productions Ltd

Fuel leads the field in independent producing in the UK’s live performance sector, working with brilliant artists to explore urgent questions, to shine light on how we relate to each other and the world around us, and to tell untold stories by under-represented voices. From theatres to car parks, from schools to public spaces, Fuel produces high quality new theatre that reaches diverse audiences across the UK and internationally.

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