Russell Maliphant Dance Company (RMDC) is looking to appoint an ambitious and self-motivated General Manager to take overall responsibility for the company's administrative functions, including tour booking, studio booking and project development, and necessary tasks enabling RMDC to fulfil its charitable aims, policies and intentions of its Business Plan.

The General Manager will work closely with Russell Maliphant and the RMDC Board, overseeing operations, studio hires, tour management, partner development and artistic creations. Being the central point for contracts, producing and capitalising shows, community relationships, evaluations, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

To ensure the company operates efficiently and is compliant with all legal and statutory requirements, including reporting to funders and the charity commission. To contribute to the strategic development of the company including operational planning. To put systems in place to ensure effective day-to-day operations and future planning. General Administration:

Leading on administration to the various functions within the organisation. Booking hotels, venues, and flights in line with budgets for tours and projects when necessary. Answer the company telephone and respond to email enquiries promptly and effectively Manage studio hires and liaise with external hirers. Contract hires and ensure they are correctly invoiced. Ensure that studio hirers are inducted, well-looked after and accommodated in line with their hire agreements. Manage the company internal diary and ensure important dates are communicated, especially the productions show and special project calendar Work with the Executive / Artistic Director and Rehearsal Director to schedule their calendar appointments when necessary. Invoice where appropriate for special projects. Assist with tour management as required. Basic marketing and budgeting support to other members of the organisation. Website management Office and Studio Management Oversee the effective and efficient running of the company studio space (Studio Duties include:

With the Executive / Artistic Director, manage the studio and office space ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation - this includes maintaining/reporting records of damage, and testing fire alarm systems in consultation with the landlord. Organise stock and maintenance of equipment. Manage office/studio cleaner. Manage the studio hire calendar and all external hire enquiries. Project, Productions & Tour Management:

With the Executive / Artistic Director, originate ideas for Studio RMDC productions, projects and participation and secure commissions, co-production investment and associated premieres. Develop a viable business and financial plan to deliver the artistic vision and review the plan annually. Be the main point of contact for funders and studio hirers. Working with partners and agents, secure new regional, UK and international partnerships, developing and maintaining productive relationships and steward established partnerships Secure UK and international performance bookings, working with agents. Negotiate contracts for UK and international touring. Negotiate creative team contracts. Plan tour delivery and production schedule. Plan, negotiate and maintain a network of international agents. Proactively research new touring markets and build networks with co-producers. Build and maintain partnerships and dialogue with UK and international promoters. Oversee technical and freight schedule. Advise the technical production team. Development:

Maintain positive and productive relationships with Arts Council England and other funders and supporters. Research and write applications and present bids and pitches. Work with consultants to deliver fundraising strategies and ensure targets are met. Advocate for and represent Russell Maliphant Dance Company, articulating artistic ideas to inspire commissioners, funders, donors, collaborators and other stakeholders. Steward donor relationships Governance:

Act as Company Secretary for the company overseeing the servicing of the Board of Trustees and any Sub Committees and ensuring the timely provision of information for decision-making. Review governance processes to align with financial reporting and ensure compliance with relevant legal and financial requirements and charity commission reporting requirements. Prepare and submit all requirements of charities commission reporting. Set up systems to generate artistic, operational, and financial papers for the Board. Ensure all company policies are up to date and relevant including Health & Safety and Safeguarding policies. Maintain dialogue and communications with board members. Other:

Undertake any other duty or responsibility, which may reasonably be requested by the management team Assist at events organised by Russell Maliphant Dance Company and Studio as required Work in accordance with the requirements of the company's Health and Safety Policy and all appropriate legislation Act as an ambassador for the company On occasion attend UK production press nights and other key performances and events In addition, undertake any other duty or responsibility which may reasonably be requested by the company

Act at all times in accordance to company policies relating to their employment.