Job reference number: 310-26
Closing date: 9am Monday 10 August 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 18 August 2026
Salary: Grade 6, £35,381 - £39,107 per annum.
Appointments will normally be made to the first point of the grade.
Founded in 1882, The Royal College of Music (RCM) is a world leading music conservatoire with a prestigious history and contemporary outlook. Our excellence was recognised by the 2026 QS World University Rankings, in which we were ranked as the No. 1 institution in the UK and Europe, and second globally, for both Music and Performing Arts. The College has held global first and second positions in Performing Arts for five successive years, while Music is a new subject introduced to the rankings in 2024.
The Royal College of Music is seeking to appoint a Concert & Venue Manager to join the busy Performance & Programming department. This is an opportunity to join a team that has responsibility for planning and organising all orchestral and large ensemble concerts at the RCM including performances by Symphony Orchestra, Philharmonic Orchestra, Opera Orchestra, New Perspectives, Jazz Orchestra, Wind Ensemble and Brass Ensemble. This role involves working closely with students, staff, professors and orchestral musicians.
Key duties include:
- Stage management of rehearsals and concerts
- Hire and preparation of instruments for performances
- Orchestra and large ensemble touring logistics
- Monitoring health and safety in performance venues
- Plan and deliver the annual Great Exhibitionists concert series
We are looking for candidates with the following attributes:
- The ability to understand the practical implications of a musical score, particularly with regard to instrumentation and stage layout
- Practical experience of stage managing concerts
- The ability to undertake work of a practical nature
- Experience of advance planning
- Exceptional level of accuracy and attention to detail
This post is offered on a permanent, full-time basis and is available from September 2026.
The RCM is committed to nurturing diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.
The RCM is committed to nurturing diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.
The RCM is committed to nurturing diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.
Concert & Venue Manager employer: Technical University of Denmark
The University is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With the flexibility of hybrid working and generous leave entitlements, including 36 days off, staff are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance while contributing to the academic success of students in the Faculty of History.
Contact Details:
Technical University of Denmark Recruitment Team
