Music Department Administrator

ENGLISH NATIONAL OPERA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

ENGLISH NATIONAL OPERA is seeking a Music Department Administrator in London to provide essential administrative support for the Music Department, including the Chorus, Orchestra, Music Staff, Library and Surtitles teams.

The role requires excellent organisation, communication and discretion, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy, artistic environment. 35 hours per week, salary £28,206 per annum, based at London Coliseum and other locations as required.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, diplomacy and discretion.
• Ability to work well under pressure and prioritise workload.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills, and attention to detail.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem solving and initiative.
• Flexible approach to working.
• Full competence in Microsoft Office.
• Calm, professional manner with a good sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support across the Music Department.
• Coordinate information, schedules and processes.
• Support the Director of Music Department and Music Director and teams.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Diplomacy

Time management

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Degree level

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Music Department Administrator

Salary : £28,206 per annum

Location: London Coliseum & other locations as required

Hours: 35 hours per week

We're looking for a highly organised and proactive administrator to support the smooth running of ENO's Music Department. Working closely with the Director of Music Department and Music Director, you'll provide essential administrative support across a busy and fast-paced department comprising the Chorus, Orchestra, Music Staff, Library and Surtitles teams.

This is a pivotal role that sits at the heart of the department, requiring excellent communication and coordination skills to build strong relationships across the Music Department and the wider organisation. You'll play a key role in ensuring information, schedules and administrative processes are managed efficiently, enabling the department to deliver its artistic and operational objectives.

We're looking for someone who combines exceptional attention to detail with a collaborative and flexible approach. You'll be confident managing competing priorities, enjoy working with a wide range of people, and be motivated to continuously improve administrative processes to maximise the effectiveness of the Music Department.

Requirements

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal skills ability to act with diplomacy and discretion.
• Ability to work well under pressure and prioritise workload.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills, and attention to detail.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Problem solving skills and the ability to use initiative.
• Flexible approach to working.
• Full competence in Microsoft Office.
• A calm, professional manner with a good sense of humour

Please see our recruitment pack for full details of the role.

Department: Music

Location: London Coliseum