Position: Interim Commercial Director

Department: Operations Division

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Location: London Coliseum Theatre, London

Contract Type: Interim (Fixed-term 18 months)

Salary: Competitive depending on experience

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Director to join us at London Coliseum Theatre for an 18 month fixed-term contract. As the Interim Commercial Director, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping and driving the new commercial strategy for the London Coliseum Theatre during a pivotal period.

This role focuses on key revenue-generating streams, including food and beverage (F&B), ancillary sales, retail, and space hire. Working closely with the Executive Team and as a member of the Senior Management, you will develop a sustainable 5-year Commercial Strategy. You will manage commercial operations, working with the Head of Theatre Operations and Risk to optimise income opportunities, ensure high-quality customer experiences, and alignment with the theatre’s broader strategic goals.

The successful applicant will have a proven track record of delivering commercial success in a similar role, ideally in the theatre, arts, hospitality, or events sector. We are looking for someone with strong experience in managing F&B operations, retail, and ancillary sales in a high-profile venue, along with excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.

Please see the recruitment pack for more details.

If this sounds like you, please send along your CV and Cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the role to workwithus@eno.org by midday Thursday 23rd January 2025.

Please also submit our anonymous Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form.

English National Opera is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, English National Opera particularly encourages potential candidates from underrepresented groups and communities to apply, including those from global majority backgrounds and/or with protected characteristics, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and religion and belief. We will provide appropriate support for candidates with access requirements if they identify as disabled. This includes during the application process and through candidate assessment stages.