Group Finance Director
The Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts (RADA) Closing date: Wed, 04 Mar 2026
- Full time
- £50k+
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Group Finance Director
Location: London
Salary: Competitive
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Shape the financial future of a world-leading institution in dramatic arts.
RADA is seeking a visionary Group Finance Director to join our Executive team and play a pivotal role in shaping organisational strategy, driving growth, and ensuring long-term sustainability across our charitable and commercial activities.
The Role
As Group Finance Director, you will do more than oversee finance. You will influence the direction of the organisation. Reporting to the Principal & CEO, you will act as a strategic partner to the Board and senior leaders, ensuring that financial insight drives decision-making and innovation.
Key strategic accountabilities include:
- Shape and deliver a forward-looking financial strategy that underpins RADA's long-term vision and growth ambitions.
- Lead capital investment and funding strategies to support estate development, digital transformation, and future-proofing initiatives.
- Act as a commercial partner to the Managing Director of RADA Business, aligning profitability with mission and exploring new revenue streams.
- Develop robust risk frameworks and scenario modelling to inform strategic choices and safeguard sustainability.
- Represent RADA externally with financial institutions, sector bodies, and potential partners, positioning us as a leader in arts education finance.
- Inspire and empower a high-performing finance team, embedding a culture of insight-driven decision-making across the organisation.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Group Finance Director
- Salary: £50k+
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Combined arts
- Role: Finance
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Wed, 04 Mar 2026
- Location: England
How to Apply
Please apply through Rada website
- Contact name: Vlada Ursachi
- Contact email: [email protected]
About The Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts (RADA)
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. Ours is an impressive history on which we are building an innovative future. RADA training is not only informed by the industry but also produces graduates who take their place at the vanguard of their profession working at the cutting edge of the dramatic arts.