Trainee Company Manager in London

Oliver! is looking for a Trainee Company Manager to join the team for 12 weeks. The Trainee will primarily be based at the Gielgud Theatre, but may work across other London shows. The trainee will be taught all aspects of the roles of Company Manager and Deputy Company Manager through a variety of training sessions, task based assignments and on the job shadowing. No formal qualifications are required. This is an opportunity for someone to learn on the job in a structured and supportive environment with the aim of being equipped and confident to undertake a position within company management at the end of the post.

Person Specification

• A passion for pursuing a career in theatre and live events.
• Some experience working in a theatre environment (whether on stage, backstage or front of house).
• Experience of or an interest in managing people.
• Positive and proactive attitude.
• Organised, efficient and able to prioritise tasks.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and patient during difficult situations or in a busy environment.

Desirable

• Experience or understanding of working with children.
• Stage Management experience.
• IT and admin experience.

Training

The Company Manager at Oliver! will be delivering most of the training. Some training in other specialisms will be organised with other professionals either within the CML team or outside training providers (for example First Aid). Topics covered include:

• Rules & Regulations
• Health & Safety
• Company Management Paperwork
• Press and Marketing
• Payroll
• Company Care
• Production Management
• Producing
• Touring
• Networking
• Mock interviews
• Practical First Aid
• Mental Health First Aid
• Leadership & Management

Main Duties

• Reporting to the Company Manager and Associate Producer of Oliver!
• Management of the production personnel.
• Managing cast holiday request enquiries.
• Drafting weekly schedules with the resident team.
• Maintain awareness of Working Time Directive across the departments.
• Have a strong understanding of the Producer’s health and safety policies and ensuring that requirements in relation to health and safety are met within the department.
• Coordinate and manage promotional events such as publicity and photographic calls, press and media interviews and other events where necessary.
• Support the DCM when they are covering the Company Manager during shows for days off, holidays and sick leave.
• Book and organise company, cast and creative ticket requests.
• Learn one Stage Management plot for the show to cover as and when required (experience dependent).

Contract length: 12 weeks

Salary: £828.60 per week plus subsistence, if applicable, in line with the SOLT/Equity Agreement

Interviews: round 1 will be on Zoom, round 2 will be in person in London. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and have an equal opportunity approach across all personal characteristics. Please note that all applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Please ensure that you complete and return the attached Equal Opportunities Form by Monday 6th April 2026.