Production Operations Manager
Royal Albert Hall Closing date: Thu, 19 Nov 2026
- Full time
- £50k+
- Apply now
Wed, 04 Nov 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
You will lead and oversee the operational planning and technical advancing of events across the Hall's Auditorium and other performance spaces, working closely with promoters, artists, contractors and internal teams to ensure every production is delivered safely, efficiently and with exceptional attention to detail. From coordinating complex technical requirements to overseeing major builds and high-profile events, you will provide the leadership and oversight required.
This role is about more than technical delivery. It is about leading people and fostering a culture of professionalism, collaboration and continuous improvement. You will manage and develop a team of Technical Production Managers and a large pool of casual technical staff, providing coaching, guidance and support while ensuring resources are effectively deployed across an ambitious and varied event programme. Your leadership will help create an environment where individuals can thrive and perform at their best.
You will oversee relevant contractor management, risk assessments, construction phase planning and safe systems of work, ensuring complex productions and maintenance projects are delivered with careful planning and robust operational control. You will also lead key elements of our annual maintenance programme, coordinating resources and stakeholders to deliver critical workstreams on time and to budget.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced production professional to take on a key leadership role within a world-class venue, helping shape the operational excellence that underpins every performance and event at the Royal Albert Hall
Job Overview
- Job Title: Production Operations Manager
- Salary: £50k+
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Theatre
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Thu, 19 Nov 2026
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Location:
London
How to Apply
Please apply via our website.
The closing date for all applications is at 11.59pm on 19 November 2026. Applicants must be available for a first interview on the week commencing 23 November 2026.
About Royal Albert Hall
The Royal Albert Hall is a registered charity (number 254543), held in trust for the nation’s benefit. Our purpose is to:
promote the Arts and Sciences
preserve and enhance our Grade I listed building
The world’s leading figures in music, dance, sport and politics have appeared on our stage since we opened in 1871, and now over 1.7 million people enjoy live experiences here every year, with millions more experiencing our events through broadcasts, recordings and new media channels