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Project Manager (Maternity Cover), Royal Academy of Dance

  •  London
  •  Â£25k-30k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes August 24, 2026
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Job Summary

We are seeking an adaptable, structured, and insightful Project Manager to join our Group Services directorate on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover a period of maternity leave.

Job Description

With a strong focus over the coming year on reviewing and improving how we work, we are looking for a project delivery professional who brings a strong business analysis and process-improvement mindset. You will lead discovery, map processes, and help define future ways of working across technology, operational efficiency, and organisational development initiatives.

We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for the right candidate, including part-time hours or flexible scheduling, for this role.

Who You Are

Proven experience managing end-to-end projects within structured frameworks.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to balance competing priorities.

Solid background in project risk, budget, and resource management.

Why work for us?

We are passionate about providing a positive workplace culture. Our accessible London (Wandsworth / Battersea) studios and offices are conveniently located, with facilities such as the Cafe and Library onsite. We operate a hybrid working model, normally 3 days per week on site, and offer services to support flexible commuting e.g. cycling. For this role, engagement matters and it is for you to shape the best way to achieve that.

We offer 25 days paid holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays and a birthday day off, contributory pension scheme, access to the Perkbox discounts platform - including an Employee Assistance Programme, WeCare scheme, health cash plan, and life assurance.

All colleagues are required to promote and safeguard the welfare of children they are responsible for, or come into contact with, and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the RADs Safeguarding Policy at all times.

We encourage and welcome applications from people with a disability, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.

Please let us know if you have any access needs for the interview.

No agencies please.

Job Requirements

Due to the nature of the RAD's work, the successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications which do not include a full employment history, and reference details will not be taken forward to the shortlisting stage.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and bring relevant documents if invited to attend an interview. We are unable to sponsor people under the Skilled Worker scheme.

Job Responsibilities

Project Leadership: Manage end-to-end projects within agreed scope, time, cost, and quality parameters. Maintain full project documentation, establish governance, and lead lessons-learned reviews.

Process Review & Business Analysis: Lead process review initiatives by mapping current-state processes, identifying efficiencies, facilitating stakeholder workshops, and presenting evidence-based options appraisals.

Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management: Build strong relationships across departments, international offices, and external suppliers. Support change management activities and contribute to monthly staff communications to promote transparency.

Governance & Change Control: Support the Programme Manager in running the Change Control Board, assessing project-level change requests in line with policy.

Risk, Budget & Resource Management: Proactively manage project risks and issues, monitor budgets, and coordinate cross-departmental and international resources.

How to Apply

Please apply before 23:45 on the closing date.

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