Jobs at Kings Place

The Role

We are looking for a Programme & Marketing Administrator to join us for a fixed-term of one-year. During that time, you’ll be a key member of the Programme team, and provide support to the Marketing department. You’ll learn about all areas of about all areas of programming, production, marketing and finance in a dynamic venue environment.

The role exists to lead on the administration of the Kings Place artistic programme and assist in the set-up and promotion of shows and events. You’ll be responsible for managing diary systems, liaising with artists, communicating event details to the marketing, box office and production teams, coordinating settlements, and have the opportunity to attend shows and connect with artists and industry members. As part of your duties supporting the promotion of events, you’ll be developing your copywriting, e-newsletter and digital content creation skills, as well as providing admin support.

As an organisation, we are in the process of reviewing systems and processes to streamline our administrative work and encourage departmental cooperation. This fixed-term one-year role is designed to support that process and will be reviewed regularly to ensure the right balance of duties and a manageable workload for the role holder. At the end of one-year, and synchronised with our work to review procedures, we expect there to be an opportunity for a permanent role for the successful candidate, in-line with our new working procedures.

The Person

This is a great opportunity for a creative person with basic administration and marketing skills and a keen interest in music arts and culture who would like to build their experience in a venue environment. You will be able to demonstrate a good understanding of what goes into the marketing of live events and will have a basic knowledge of digital marketing, platforms and applications. The ideal candidate will have experience of using email marketing systems and social media platforms professionally, but we’d also love to meet tech savvy newcomers with a passion for social media. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills, be computer-literate (from Excel spreadsheets, email communication to larger-scale diary management systems). Having some experience in an arts centre/media environment, relevant marketing and venue software, and a knowledge and interest in classical music would be a plus.

If you want to work in the arts and are looking for a role that will give you broad experience of everything that goes into the programming and promoting of live events, this is the opportunity for you!

Full Job Description and Requirements

Salary: £25,500 – £27,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)

Closing Date: 5pm on the 30th April 2025

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Contract: Fixed-term, one-year

To apply, please send CV and Covering letter to recruitment@kingsplace.co.uk

Kings Place operates a hybrid working model. The role is partially venue based, for meetings and collaborative working. Administrative work can be done remotely with line manager approval. Staff work approximately 60% on site and 40% WFH, and our standard office hours are 10-6, but this is open to flexibility.

This role is open to flexible working arrangements.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to help with your application, please contact us at recruitment@kingsplace.co.uk.

The Role

Kings Place is recruiting for an Assistant Visitor Services Manager – Box Office. The role will lead by example and actively promote Kings Place, its diverse programming, and activities, while supporting the smooth day-to-day operations of the Box Office to ensure a seamless, efficient, and welcoming experience for all visitors.

A key focus will be on contributing to the management, development, and motivation of the Box Office team to foster a friendly, knowledgeable, and service-oriented environment.

The Person

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and motivated ticketing professional to join our Visitor Services team at Kings Place.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional customer service skills and a proven ability to lead and inspire a team. With experience in ticketing systems and supervisory roles within customer service and sales environments, they will be flexible, able to work weekends and evenings as required, and committed to build a knowledgeable, professional environment that consistently exceeds customer expectations.

This role is ideal for individuals eager to utilise their supervisory experience and develop within a management role, with opportunities for growth and professional development as part of a vibrant arts organisation.

Experience with Tessitura, budget control, and social media customer service is desirable, along with a background in Front of House roles in arts or cultural venues.

Full Job Description and Requirements

Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 (depending on qualifications and experience)

Closing Date: 5pm on the 30th April

To apply, please send CV and Covering letter to recruitment@kingsplace.co.uk

Kings Place operates a hybrid working model. The role is predominantly venue based, requiring an on-site presence for team briefings, meetings and supporting day-to-day box office operations. Administrative work can be done remotely with line manager approval.

This role is open to flexible working arrangements after successful completion of a probation period.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to help with your application, please contact us at recruitment@kingsplace.co.uk.