Employer: RAMBERT

Job Title: Company Manager

Category: Managerial

Job Type: Full time, 18 months

Stat Date: asap (must be in post by October 2026)

Salary: £45,000 pa

Closing date: 12 noon, 30 July 2026

Job Description

Accountable to: Director of Producing

Line management responsibility: All Heads of Department within the touring company

We are looking for a brilliant individual with strong administration, communication, touring and pastoral skills. You'll be a key part of the Production team who oversee the creation and touring of all Rambert's productions.

The first period of the engagement, the Company Manager role will be focussed on planning and successful delivery of Rambert next tour, It’s A Sin (a new work by our Artistic Director - Benoit Swan Pouffer). Opening at Factory International, Manchester in February 2027 and touring to venues across the UK throughout the year.

On tour, the Company Manager is Rambert's representative working alongside the Stage Management team, touring crew, resident directors, production managers, dancers, freelancers and support staff who make up the touring company. The Company Manager is responsible for the effective management of the touring company throughout rehearsals and the tour, ensuring the production is delivered safely and efficiently. They are expected to exercise sound judgement, build strong working relationships and proactively resolve operational issues and to the highest professional standards

Key Responsibilities

ON TOUR

Welfare and People Management
Administration and Payroll
Venue Coordination and Tour Delivery

IN PRODUCTION OFFICE

Schedules
Class
Physio
Productions
Finance
Administration
Tour Manager and Producer
General

Person Specification

Essential

• Significant experience in large-scale dance or theatrical production and administrative systems.

• Proven track record in working with a touring company, handling tour administration, and ensuring successful delivery.

• Proven experience of company management within a professional touring environment, supporting artists, creative teams and crew on UK tours.

• Demonstrable experience of overseeing the welfare, pastoral care and HR matters of a touring company

• Sound knowledge and practical experience of working within Equity, BECTU and other relevant union agreements, ensuring compliance with working hours, rest periods and contractual obligations.

• Experience of administering weekly and monthly payroll processes

• Experience of working collaboratively with producers, General Managers, Company Physios and medical professionals to support performers through injury, rehabilitation and return-to-work planning

• Experience of scheduling and co-ordinating company activity on tour

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy under pressure.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships

• Excellent administrative skills with a high level of attention to detail

• Ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion and diplomacy when dealing with confidential or sensitive matters.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions quickly in a live touring environment.

• Willingness and ability to travel extensively and work evenings, weekends and irregular hours as required by a national touring schedule.

• Familiarity with the UK and international touring circuits, particularly in the context of dance.

• Ability to thrive under pressure, manage time effectively, and handle a varied workload with precision.

• Self-motivated with the capability to work independently and prioritise tasks.

• Competence in reading and understanding budgets & contracts

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a quick learner of proprietary accounting software.

Desirable

• Familiarity with Rambert’s previous work.

• Experience in international touring.

• Exposure to handling Equity contracts.

How to apply: Send your CV and cover letter with a completed equal opportunities form (which can be found on our website) to recruitment@rambert.org.uk

Location: 99 Upper Ground, London SE1 9PP and various national/international locations whilst on tour

To view full Job pack please visit our website - Company Manager - Rambert