Jobs at Kings Place

The Role

We are delighted to announce that we are recruiting for a new Folk Programmer role. Since 2008, Kings Place has established itself as a central and forward-looking arts venue in folk programming. This includes the showcasing of established folk artists such as Karine Polwart, Sam Lee and Julie Fowlis and supporting the development of up-and-coming artists, through avenues such as the Future Folk series and annual Folk Weekend. The Folk Programmer will be responsible for the curation of the Kings Place folk programme, including its own key projects, festivals and series, co-promotions and hall rentals.

The role exists to develop the folk content at Kings Place and produce an annual folk programme that is of the highest quality, is creatively exciting, financially successful, grows audiences and builds on the unique Kings Place brand, drawing national and international attention.

The Person

The ideal candidate will have experience in programming and a sound knowledge of event production. An avid folk music advocate, you should be knowledgeable and passionate about folk music and have relevant industry contacts. A strong communicator, you will have extensive experience of building positive relationships with UK and international artists, agents and promoters. With a creative flair and a commercial approach, you’ll be expected to balance the demands of the programme while retaining a sense of humour. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate who wants to consolidate their programming experience and lead on a folk music programme in a world-class venue setting.

Full Job Description and Requirements

This is a part-time, 3 days per week hybrid role.

Salary: £32-36k (pro-rata) depending on skills and experience.

Working Patterns: 

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 after successful completion of a probation period.

Closing Date: 6th June 2025 at 5pm.

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. On occasion, we may close the vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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

How would you like to develop your event administration skills at ‘Kings Place – that most adventurous and forward-thinking of London’s venues’ (Telegraph)? Join our team and help us present ‘some of the most innovative programming on the British music scene’ (Evening Standard)!

The Role:

We are seeking a Programme Administrator to join us in a full-time, permanent role. During that time, you’ll provide support to the whole Programme team, learning about all areas of programming, production, marketing and finance in a dynamic environment.

The role exists to lead on the administration of the Kings Place programme of shows and events, from managing the diary systems, liaising with artists, communicating event details to the marketing, box office and production teams, coordinating settlements, to attending shows and connecting with artists and industry members.

The Person

This is a great opportunity for a creative person with basic administrative skills and a keen interest in music arts and culture, who would like to further their experience in a venue environment. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills, be computer-literate (from Excel spreadsheets, email communication to larger-scale diary management systems), have some experience in an arts centre/media environment and the ability to manage short-term and long-terms tasks simultaneously.

Full Job Description and Requirements

Salary: £26,000 to £28,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Working Patterns:

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 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

Closing Date: 6th June 2025 at 5pm.

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. On occasion, we may close the vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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

How would you like to hone your management and customer service skills as part of ‘- that most adventurous and forward-thinking of London’s venues’ (Telegraph)? Join the Kings Place Visitor Services team and support our box office team to deliver an exceptional audience experience for ‘some of the most innovative programming on the British music scene’ (Evening Standard).

The Role

We are recruiting for a Visitor Services Manager – Box Office to develop and support the day-to-day operations of the Kings Place Box Office.

In this role, you will lead by example to deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring a seamless, efficient, and welcoming experience for all visitors, and actively promoting Kings Place, its diverse programming, and activities.

A key focus of this role is the management, development, and motivation of the Box Office team, fostering a friendly, knowledgeable, and service-oriented environment that consistently exceeds customer expectations.

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 a proven ability to lead and inspire a team, exceptional customer service skills and previous experience working with a ticketing system.

This role requires some flexibility, including the ability to work weekends and evenings as required, and is ideal for individuals eager to focus on team development as part of a vibrant arts organisation.

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

Full Job Description and Requirements

Salary: £30,000 – £32,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)

Closing Date: 11th June 2025

Contract: Permanent, full-time

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.