Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Contract negotiation and preparation for creatives, performers, stage management, production teams and other staff; Casting, creative team and production staff recruitment; Managing production schedules and rehearsal processes; Working closely with creatives and production staff to deliver productions to the highest standard; Negotiating venue and co-production agreements as required; Keeping abreast of union agreements and health and safety regulations, ensuring compliance across all productions; Being first point of contact for performing companies and working closely with Company Management; Directly managing companies including pastoral care, HR and disciplinary procedures; Preparing and managing production budgets; Managing payments, payroll, petty cash, settlements and royalties for internal and external productions as required; Coordinating marketing and press activity in conjunction with external service