New Work Administrator (PA to Heads of Department)

We are looking for a New Work Administrator (PA to Heads of Department) to join the National Theatre's New Work team. This role presents a unique opportunity to gain an in-depth view of the artistic ambition of the National Theatre and how that is applied to projects in development.

The role has two main areas of responsibility:

• PA duties to Director of New Work and the Head of Studio - A large part of the role is co‑ordinating the diary and correspondence of the Department Leadership team and ensuring smooth, timely and effective communication on their behalf both internally and externally. To support the Department Leadership team in scheduling, managing meetings & preparing paperwork for meetings; responding on their behalf (where appropriate) & prioritising their workload sensitively.
• Department Administration - The role provides administrative support to the department including travel and visa arrangements for artists, coordination of workshop sharings and readings, coordinating small scale strategic projects and maintaining the general smooth operation of the department. The role is vital to the success of the department and is an active conduit for information flowing internally and externally.

Qualifications

• Exceptional administrative skills with exemplary attention to detail and follow‑through, seeing tasks from inception to completion.
• Experience in arts administration, with a knowledge and passion for theatre and the development of new work.
• Relevant experience in a personal assistant role to a senior member of staff, including complex diary management.
• Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships quickly and communicate confidently and positively with a variety of people, both face to face, on email and over the telephone, working with the utmost discretion, respect and confidentiality.
• Resourceful, proactive and able to problem‑solve with a can‑do attitude, with the ability to swiftly develop an understanding of the work of the New Work Department.

If that sounds like you, then we would love to hear from 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 (PiPA)
• 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 as 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 19th January 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 recruitment@nationaltheatre.org.uk.

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 recruitment@nationaltheatre.org.uk or call us on 02074523834.