People Coordinator in London

We are looking for a People Coordinatorto join the National Theatre People Team on a 16 month fixed term contract

As our People Coordinator you will be the first point of contact for People related queries maintaining a positive, proactive, and outward-facing operational service in a fast-paced environment.

Delivering excellent day to day administration for the full employee lifecycle including payroll and recruitment this role undertakes a broad range of administrative activities working in close collaboration with colleagues across the National Theatre.

Contributing and supporting process improvement this role works alongside other People Coordinators to deliver an exceptional People service.

The successful candidate will have the following

• Experienceof providing HR/People administrative support in a busyfastpacedenvironment.
• Confident and well-practiced working to strict deadlines whilst maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills, capable of organising and deliveringmultiple tasks and projectsto completion.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Experienced withprioritisingconflicting demandsand managing stakeholders effectively.
• Experience of using an HRIS platformto support tasks and working within defined processes.
• Skilledexperience using Microsoft 365 applications; Word, Excel, Outlook, Forms, Lists and Power Point, Sharepoint.

If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!

Working with us will give you..

• Complimentary staff tickets for shows and guided tours, subject to availability and policy
• 25 days annual leave increasing up to 32 with length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Development Programmes via e-learning platform, and specialist in-person training relating to role
• Access to interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme partnership
• Enhanced sick pay
• Family Friendly policies including Family leave and Support leave
• Family-friendly employer – we are a member of Parents and Carers in the Performing Arts (Pi PA)
• Pension schemes with Legal & General and NEST
• Sabbatical option, subject to agreement and policy
• On-site staff canteen and social facilities
• On-site occupational health support
• In-house mental health and wellbeing advisors providing workplace counselling and support
• Wellbeing programme of events, including mental health awareness, financial wellbeing, skills sharing and opportunities to get active
• Exclusive staff talks to hear more about NT productions, past and present, from leading practitioners
• Discounted access to National Theatre at Home
• Volunteer leave – one paid day per year to volunteer for your chosen charity
• Discounts in the NT’s bars, cafés, restaurants, and bookshop, as well asin local businesses (from Wagamama to gyms), on and around the South Bank
• Access to retailer discounted gift cards and a cash-back-on-spending card
• Please note

The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 20th July 2026 at 12 noon.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

To avoid disappointment, we encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Should you need support or additional time to submit an application please contact

In line with our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), we recognise that we need to address underrepresentation in our organisation.

We actively welcome applications from individuals who are part of global majority, disabled and LGBTQ+ communities, and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

We strive to promote inclusive and equitable practices in all areas of the NT.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet our minimum requirements for our vacancies.

If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or have any questions about the recruitment process, you can email or call us on

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