Company Manager

Company Manager

Rambert Closing date: Thu, 23 Jul 2026

Artform: Dance
Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Permanent
London
  • Full time
  • £40k-£50k

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

We are looking for a brilliant individual with strong administration, communication, touring and pastoral skills. You'll be a key part of the Production team who oversee the creation and touring of all Rambert's productions.

Job Description

The first period of the engagement, the Company Manager role will be focussed on planning and delivery of Rambert next tour, It's A Sin (a new work by our Artistic Director - Benoit Swan Pouffer). Opening at Factory International, Manchester in February 2027 and touring to venues across the UK throughout the year.

On tour, the Company Manager works alongside the Stage Management team, touring crew, resident directors, production managers, dancers, freelancers and support staff who make up the touring company.
The Company Manager is a pivotal senior role within both the touring company and the wider Production team. They are responsible for the effective management of the touring company throughout rehearsals, technical rehearsals and the tour, ensuring the production is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest professional standards on behalf of Rambert.

The role combines operational leadership with company management and pastoral care, taking responsibility for company welfare, medical support, payroll, scheduling, compliance with union agreements and marketing activity to ensure the successful delivery of Rambert's touring programme.

As Rambert's representative on tour, the Company Manager acts as the principal liaison between the Production team, venues, company members and other key stakeholders. They are expected to exercise sound judgement, build strong working relationships and proactively resolve operational issues while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, care and organisational delivery.

When not touring, the Company Manager is an integral member of the Production team based at Rambert, contributing to the planning, preparation and successful delivery of Rambert's touring programme and supporting the wider work of the team as required

Job Requirements

Essential
Significant experience in large-scale dance or theatrical production and administrative systems.
Proven track record in working with a touring company, handling tour administration, and ensuring successful delivery.
Proven experience of company management within a professional touring environment, supporting artists, creative teams and crew on UK tours.
Demonstrable experience of overseeing the welfare, pastoral care and HR matters of a touring company, including supporting individuals through wellbeing, performance and employment-related issues.
Sound knowledge and practical experience of working within Equity, BECTU and other relevant union agreements.
Experience of administering weekly and monthly payroll

Job Responsibilities

IN REHEARSALS AND ON TOUR

Welfare and People Management
Administration and Payroll
Venue Coordination and Tour Delivery

IN PRODUCTION OFFICE

Schedules
Class
Physio
Finance
Administration
Tour Manager

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Company Manager
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Dance
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Thu, 23 Jul 2026
  • Location:
    London
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Job: Company Manager

Job: Company Manager

Organisation: Rambert

Postcode: SE1 9PP

How to Apply

Send a CV and cover letter to [email protected] by 12 noon 23 July 2026