Chief Operating Officer & Deputy CEO, Newcastle Theatre Royal Trust
Newcastle Theatre Royal Trust seeks a strategic and ambitious Chief Operating Officer & Deputy CEO (COO) as it delivers and develops a recent five-year strategy focused on expanding its creative programme, commercial income opportunities, and community and stakeholder engagement.
Newcastle Theatre Royal is one of the best and most recognised independent large-scale theatres in the UK. Our Grade I listed building sits in the heart of the city centre, and we are known for staging the best national and international touring work. Our success is built on the quality, breadth and diversity of our programme with long-standing relationships with leading national theatre companies and producers.
With the COO and CEO partnership, the postholder will contribute to strategic planning, identify new opportunities and drive innovation for the Trust, while leading a positive organisational culture and staff development. The COO will oversee strategic financial, governance, risk, legal and regulatory matters, advising the Board of Trustees and the Executive Leadership Team to ensure effective corporate planning, financial control and sustainable operational delivery of the strategic plan. Through the Director Operations, they will oversee all building, facilities, technical theatre, visitor experience and commercial operations, and will lead Health and Safety, Risk, security and environmental compliance.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced, strategic senior leader with the ability to manage change and organisational development. They will bring solid financial acumen (with a relevant qualification) and be an entrepreneurial and ambitious problem-solver with a passion for the performing arts.
Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to Newcastle Theatre Royal Trust on this appointment. For further information about the role and details about how to apply, please visit using reference JBWKA or email Applications should be received by noon on Wednesday 15th October 2025.
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- Seniority level: Executive
- Employment type: Full-time
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