Job Summary
Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch, the producing theatre serving Outer East London and South Essex, is seeking a visionary and dynamic individual to join them as Chief Executive Officer.
Job Description
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) reports to the Board, providing strategic leadership and overall direction as Queen's Theatre Hornchurch (QTH) heads towards its 75th anniversary.
Working alongside a dedicated senior leadership team, the CEO is responsible for upholding QTH's vision and ensuring financial resilience, artistic excellence and a supportive organisational culture.
By cultivating key stakeholder partnerships and driving both commercial and charitable growth, the CEO will expand QTH's civic impact and deepen its connection with communities across Havering, Outer East London and South Essex.
Key responsibilities include:
- Strategic and Financial Management
Developing long-term business plans, financial strategies and environmental targets while maximising income across commercial activities. - Artistic and Community Alignment
Overseeing programming alongside the Creative Director, leading in-house and co-productions and keeping community engagement fundamental to the theatre. - Governance and Stakeholder Advocacy
Serving as Company Secretary, ensuring statutory compliance and maintaining strong relations with Arts Council England, local authorities and national partners.
Job Requirements
As an inspiring communicator and advocate, you will motivate teams, build dynamic external networks and champion equality, diversity and inclusion across the organisation.
Key skills and experience include:
- Strategic Planning and Income Generation
Proven track record in strategic business planning, contract negotiations, people management and meeting challenging financial targets - Programming and Partnerships
Significant experience in producing strategic programming and establishing artistic, commercial and local authority partnerships. - Leadership and Advocacy
Ability to lead through change, empower teams and advocate effectively with funders, decision-makers and the public. - Equality and Inclusion
A proactive commitment to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion while removing barriers to representation.
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Queens Theatre Hornchurch employer: Arts Council England
Arts Council England is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values flexibility and employee well-being. With a focus on professional growth, employees benefit from generous annual leave, a final salary pension scheme, and opportunities to lead innovative digital projects in a collaborative environment. Located in Manchester, the role allows for hybrid working, ensuring a balanced approach to work and life while contributing to meaningful organisational change.
