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General Manager, Smart Entertainment

  •  London
  •  Â£40k-50k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes November 16, 2026
  •  Smart Entertainment
  •  jobs@smartentertainment.co
  • #Theatre
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Job Summary

Smart Entertainment, a theatre producer based in London, are recruiting for a general manager. We offer general management, executive producing, production accounting and consultancy services to third party producers. Our team have led the production of plays, musicals, and immersive productions.

Job Description

Our general managers are expected to be the point person on productions, reporting to the Managing Director and Executive Director. Our team can expect to work on a variety of productions and scales - from international tours of major musicals to high profile off-West End plays.

Job Requirements

Minimum of five years' experience in comparable producing or general management roles in commercial theatre.
Successful track record in general and/or project management.
Motivated team-player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of health and safety, insurance, licensing, and other legal obligations in a theatre setting.
Knowledge and experience of implementing the terms of industry collective agreements.
Good understanding and demonstrable experience of budgeting and finance.
Motivation, initiative, diplomacy, discretion, professionalism, pragmatism, and a "can-do" approach.
Ability to prioritise a complex workload and delegate reasonably as appropriate.
Highly organised with exceptional administrative skills.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Calm and pro-active under pressure.
Excellent numeracy and IT skills.

Job Responsibilities

For a full list of responsibilities see our website.

The role includes financial management, personnel recruitment and management, first class contracting, overseeing logistics and being adaptable to different producing models. Forthcoming productions include Fly, You Fools!, A Thousand Splendid Suns, The Lord of the Rings: The Epic Stage Adventure and several unannounced projects.

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How to Apply

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Link, and must include:

• CV: no more than two sides of A4, outlining your relevant experience and demonstrable commitment to working in theatre; and
• Covering Letter: no more than one side of A4, explaining why you are interested in the role, and how your experience, skills and achievements make you a suitable candidate.

Alternatively, candidates may submit a link to an audio or video recording in place of the written statement.

Applicants are expected to adhere to the length of CV and Covering Letter outlined above.

We can only accept applications via the Apply Now Link. The deadline is 10am on 16 November 2027.

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