General Manager

Waterperry Opera Festival is a unique and innovative opera festival hosted at the beautiful Waterperry House & Gardens in Oxfordshire. The festival offers high-quality, accessible, and socially relevant work, created, and performed by a diverse company, which bridges the gap between artists and audiences.

We are looking to recruit a new General Manager to join our team. This hands-on role is integral to planning and executing our annual activities, especially the summer festival, when our team expands significantly. We're looking for a people-oriented leader who can be a central resource for our team and departments, taking the initiative on strategic priorities. A major focus will be on consolidating processes to build a foundation for future financial, artistic, and strategic growth.

Pay: £31,000 - £36,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Reporting To: Artistic Director and CEO

Responsible For: Company Manager, Audience & Engagement Manager, Residency Manager

Closing Date: Monday 25th November 2024 at 5pm

Interview Dates: 28 or 29 November 2024 (First Round/Online), 4 or 5 December 2024 (Second Round/In-Person London)