Operations Coordinator

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly organised, enthusiastic and motivated person to join our team and support the day-to-day running of the organisation, while playing a key role in welcoming visitors to the building.

Job Description

Working closely with the General Manager, the Operations Coordinator helps ensure that our building is welcoming, accessible and well-maintained. You will coordinate day-to-day operational and administrative management, ensuring the smooth running of the charity. You will also supervise and help lead the Visitor and Retail Assistants and temporary events staff to ensure a high level of visitor experience, and assist the wider organisation with programme-related and commercial hire events.

This position would suit someone looking to start or develop a career in arts administration and the wider creative industries.

Duration: 1 year (fixed-term contract) with the opportunity to renew based on performance

Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days per week, (10.30 am-6.30 pm) working Tuesday-Friday and Sundays

Salary: £31,500 per annum

The deadline for applications is 10 am on Monday 24 August 2026

Job Requirements

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An interest in contemporary art and community engagement

Strong organisational skills

A commitment to care and quality when working with a range of people

Confidence in dealing difficult and sensitive situations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail

Good time management, planning and coordination skills

An interest in environmental sustainability

Experience in dealing with people in either the cultural, retail or hospitality sectors

Experience in supervising people and working flexibly within a team environment

Some knowledge in building management and maintenance, including some basic practical experience of gardening, cleaning and maintenance

Job Responsibilities

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Supervise visitor-facing areas with confidence and an eye for detail, overseeing assistants in delivering the organisation's day-to-day activities and liaising with building stakeholders to support concurrent use of our vibrant building and important cultural resource

Be the day-to-day contact for our Community Spaces programme and fielding tour enquiries and bookings to the Programme team

Coordinate setting up and closing exhibitions and displays each day, providing security checks and reporting any material changes or concerns

Ensure that our building, including public spaces, on-site studios and resources, is safe and well-presented at all times. Coordinating and overseeing building maintenance, contracts and utilities

Support Health & Safety within the organisation by maintaining compliance records and operations manuals, circulating policies and procedures to staff and service users

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Job Overview

Job Title: Operations Coordinator
Salary: £30k-£40k
Hours: Full time
Artform: Visual arts
Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
Contract: Contract
Closing date: Mon, 24 Aug 2026
Location:

London

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Job: Operations Coordinator

Organisation: Studio Voltaire

Postcode: SW4 7JR

How to Apply

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Contact name: Louis Jones
Contact email: [email protected]

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About Studio Voltaire

Studio Voltaire is one of the UK’s leading not-for-profit arts and education organisations. Championing emerging and under-represented artists, we commission and produce exhibitions, collaborative projects, artist development programmes, live events and offsite projects.

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