The Royal Opera House aims to enrich people s lives through opera and ballet. It seeks to be accessible and engaging, to develop audiences across the UK and to break new ground in the presentation of lyric theatre.

Our Technical, Production and Costume Department plays a leading role in ensuring our performances are of the highest quality by delivering excellence for every performance, rehearsal and event. We are now seeking to appoint an Assistant Director for Costume and Wigs to join our growing and dynamic senior management team, working closely with the Director of Technical, Production and Costume, Deputy Director (Production and Planning) and the two other Assistant Directors (Operations and Technical) to collectively lead, motivate and develop over 350 permanent staff, along with a pool of skilled casuals and freelancers.

This is a strategic role, working across a large department and having overall responsibility for the management and delivery of all costume (including wigs & make-up) functions in all ROH locations, including co-productions and hires. To be successful in this role, you will need to have a proven track record at a senior management level with a major producing venue or organisation. A demonstrable understanding of the costume production process is key - alongside a strong working knowledge of the operations of a large costume department.

Our ideal candidate will thrive in a complex and multi-faceted environment - offering both the leadership skills required to inspire and develop a department alongside the project, resource and budget management experience that will ensure robust and effective operational management and reporting. A positive, proactive leadership style and the drive to foster an inclusive work environment is essential. Proven experience of managing a large scale, complex operation and of leading multiple teams towards this aim will be highly regarded.

How to apply:

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, then we d love to hear from you. A full job description is attached below, along with the ROH information pack which includes details on what benefits we offer.

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter, outlining your interest in and suitability for the role to our Recruitment Manager via . You can also contact us if you have any access needs for making an application.

The Royal Opera House is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from those who are currently underrepresented in our workforce; in particular those who are from a global majority background and/or disabled. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.

Closing date for applications: 8am, Monday 8th January 2024.

Interviews will take place w/c 15th January 2024.

Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK.

No agencies please