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General Manager

Job description

A dynamic and forward-thinking performing arts organisation in Central London is seeking a General Manager to support its growth and operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate team at a pivotal time, playing a key role in driving the organisation’s mission and ensuring its smooth day-to-day running.

Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid working available | Salary: £40,000

As General Manager, you will:

  • Lead on organisational finance processes, including budgeting, cashflow, payroll, and reporting.

  • Oversee and streamline operational systems, HR, and governance frameworks.

  • Line manage a small operational team and support the broader staff’s wellbeing and professional development.

  • Ensure legal, insurance, and policy compliance across all activities.

  • Support reporting to Boards and statutory bodies, coordinating calendars and documentation.

  • Be a key player in planning, internal communication, and external stakeholder liaison.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Demonstrable experience in administration and operational leadership.

  • Strong finance and budget management skills.

  • A background in HR or line management.

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities with clarity and empathy.

  • A genuine passion for the arts and inclusive, values-led leadership.

 Experience within the arts, charity or non-profit sector is advantageous, as is familiarity with platforms such as Ticketsolve and Sage 50 Payroll, but not essential.

 For more information please submit your CV to lizzy.clark@harrishill.co.uk.

Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.

 As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.