NTP Production Administrator (NT Traineeship)

THE ROYAL NATIONAL THEATRE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff tickets

25 days annual leave

Development programmes

Season ticket loan

Sabbatical option

On-site staff canteen

Job summary

THE ROYAL NATIONAL THEATRE in London invites applications for an NTP Production Administrator (NT Traineeship), a developmental 18-month, full-time role within the Productions Team. The trainee will support the office, assist senior leads, and gain hands-on experience in commercial producing through involvement in transfers and touring.

It’s designed to build producing skills and professional judgement. The role runs 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based at the National Theatre, Southbank,

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and administrative skills; ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; confidence to act as first point of contact.
• Experience in office administration and proficiency with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support the busy production office and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Assist the Director of Commercial Producing and Managing Director as required.
• Engage in commercial planning, financial management, rights management and facilitating NT productions during the traineeship.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are lookingfor a NTP Production Administrator(NT Traineeship) to join the National Theatre's Productions Team.

The NTP Production Administrator (NT Traineeship) will support the work of a busy production department by ensuring that the office runs in an efficient manner. They will also act as an assistant to the Director of Commercial Producing and Managing Director. Alongside supporting the day-to-day operation of the office, this role will have the opportunity to gain practical experience of commercial producing through involvement in the National Theatre's transfer and touring activity. During the 18 months, the individual will have worked on commercial planning and financial management, production administration and stakeholder and rights management, and at the end of the period will have worked on the delivery of commercial theatre productions and the development of producing skills, professional judgement and commercial understanding. The role is intended as a developmental opportunity for an individual seeking to build a career within theatre producing.

What is involved?

The role is based at the National Theatre, Southbank, London. The position lasts for 18 months and is a full-time 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday traineeship.

The successful candidates will have the following:

• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to act as a first point of contact
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Experience in office administration

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 in 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 12 October 2026 at 12 noon.

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. Candidates who declare a disability and meet the minimum criteria are offered an interview in line with the scheme, subject to its documented exceptions. If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or have any questions about the recruitment process, you can email [e-mail] or call us on 02074523834.