Strategic Arts COO: Finance, Ops & Growth

Nottingham Playhouse Trust Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted parking

Discounted travel with Nottingham City

Free tickets to performances

Staff pension

Flexible working

Birthday day off

Training and professional development

Job summary

Nottingham Playhouse is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to join the Executive Team and turn strategy into actionable plans across finance, commercial activity, people, systems and facilities.

You will lead senior managers, guide long-term financial planning and major capital projects, and work closely with the Chief Executive, Artistic Director and Board to deliver ambitious artistic and charitable objectives.

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience in a complex organisation.
• Ability to turn strategic plans into actionable, funded programmes.
• Strong financial or commercial background with evidence-based decision making.
• Experience leading senior managers and setting clear expectations.
• Good judgement in risk, investment and prioritisation.
• Confidence to engage with a Board and communicate complex issues clearly.
• Inclusive leadership that balances financial sustainability with public purpose.
• Curiosity, resilience and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• As Chief Operating Officer, turn strategy into clear, achievable business plans and priorities.
• Lead long-term financial planning and ensure financial security of the Playhouse.
• Drive commercial development to grow income and optimise assets.
• Provide timely information to the CEO and Board on performance, opportunities and risks.
• Set expectations for senior managers and empower delivery while monitoring results.
• Shape the long-term future of our Grade II* listed building and estate, including major investments.
• Ensure structure, people, systems and ways of working align with goals and affordability.
• Develop new income, partnerships and asset uses while protecting artistic and charitable purpose.
• Represent Nottingham Playhouse with funders and partners when needed.

Skills

Senior leadership

Strategy-to-action

Financial acumen

People leadership

Risk management

Board liaison

Inclusive leadership

Curiosity & resilience

Theatre/arts experience useful

Job description

Nottingham Playhouse is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to join the Executive Team and turn strategy into actionable plans across finance, commercial activity, people, systems and facilities.

You will lead senior managers, guide long-term financial planning and major capital projects, and work closely with the Chief Executive, Artistic Director and Board to deliver ambitious artistic and charitable objectives.