Chief Executive Officer

Job Summary

We’re looking for an exceptional Chief Executive to lead Rambert into its next chapter, in partnership with our Artistic Director.

Job Description

The Chief Executive leads Rambert’s strategic, financial and overall organisational direction, working in close partnership with the Artistic Director and the Board, to ensure the company continues to thrive as one of the world’s leading and most innovative dance organisations. The role combines creative partnership with organisational leadership – enabling bold artistic ambition while building a resilient and sustainable future for the company. As Rambert enters its second century, the Chief Executive will lead the team to further strengthen the organisation’s national and international impact, expanding audiences and partnerships, developing new production models and ensuring Rambert continues to fulfil its role as the sector’s most exciting and adventurous dance company.

Job Requirements

• Proven track record as a senior leader in a complex organisation, with experience of strategic, financial and people leadership at executive or near-executive level.
• Experience of working in or alongside the arts, culture or creative industries.
• Demonstrable success in income generation and financial sustainability.
• Experience of working effectively with a board or equivalent governing body.
• A track record of building and sustaining high‑performing teams.
• Experience of managing or navigating significant external relationships.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into clear plans.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen.
• Compelling communicator.
• Effective and empathic people leader.
• Ability to build trust.
• Genuine commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Intellectual curiosity and openness to artistic risk.
• High integrity and transparency.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and appetite for innovation.

Job Responsibilities

• Leading Rambert’s future.
• Leadership and culture.
• Financial stability and growth.
• Governance.
• Representation and advocacy.