Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Royal Shakespeare Company; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent cultural organization in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to oversee Finance, IT, and Estates functions during a transformative period. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong financial background, leadership experience, and the ability to manage both artistic and commercial priorities. Applications are welcome from all individuals committed to inclusivity and diversity.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Diversity and inclusivity commitment

Health and safety focus

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in finance roles.
• Strong background in driving organizational change.
• Excellent financial literacy and commercial insight.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Finance, IT, and Estates functions.
• Shape and lead significant transformation initiatives.
• Capitalize on opportunities to support the organization’s mission.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership experience

Change management

Financial literacy

Commercial acumen

Collaborative approach

Education

Accountancy qualification

Job description

The RSC is at an exciting and pivotal point in its history. With renewed momentum and a creative vision led by Co-Artistic Directors Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey, we are planning a new strategy to 2030 and beyond.

Our stages in Stratford are thriving, with three shows in London, and recent and upcoming national and international tours, providing a strong foundation for our new mission and vision.

We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to play a key role in shaping and leading significant transformation and growth. The CFO will capitalize on opportunities and address challenges to support our work locally, nationally, and internationally.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the CFO will oversee Finance, IT, and Estates functions during this exciting period of change. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, capable of balancing artistic and commercial priorities in line with our charitable purpose. They should have leadership experience, a background in driving change, strong financial literacy with an accountancy qualification, and good commercial acumen. A collaborative approach, positive attitude towards change, and ability to work at pace are essential.

How to apply

We are partnering with Saxton Bampfylde Ltd as our employment agency. For more information and application details, visit www.saxbam.com/appointments with reference JBRBE or email [e-mail].

Applications should be received by noon on Friday 3 October 2025.

About the RSC

The RSC values excellence, creativity, inclusivity, sustainability, collaboration, and accountability.

We offer great benefits and aim to create a supportive environment that is welcoming, healthy, and safe. We focus on developing a diverse, motivated, and energetic workforce to achieve our goals. Our values are central to all we do.

We are committed to diversity and welcome applications from all individuals.

Safeguarding children and adults is everyone's responsibility, and all staff are expected to prioritize safeguarding. We also support our environmental objectives and sustainability efforts both on and off stage.

The Royal Shakespeare Company (no. 212481) is a registered charity.