Executive Director & Co-CEO

  • Contract
  • London

New Diorama Theatre


Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and ambitious Executive Director & Co-CEO to join our leadership team.

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and ambitious Executive Director & Co-CEO to join our leadership team. You will provide overall administrative and strategic leadership for our vibrant theatre and also work with senior colleagues to build and sustain a much broader ecosystem of innovative productions, sector-leading artist support, community engagement and vital collaborative partnerships. New Diorama delivers first-class programming, nurtures the next generation of artists, and provides an inclusive, enjoyable environment for the hugely diverse mix of theatre professionals, audience members and local residents who visit and use our space. We’re proudly independent and depend upon a wide range of key relationships – from artistic collaborators and commercial partners to local community groups – with every penny that we spend needing to be raised or earned. What has made us such a success has been our willingness to identify and nurture new theatre makers, taking them on a journey from scratch performances to national and international profile, to understand the challenges faced by the artists and communities we serve and to provide the support required to meet them head-on. We are looking for someone who shares the passion, commitment and values that have defined our work to date and is ready to roll up their sleeves and help take New Diorama forward.

Job Requirements

Key Experience & Qualities We are looking for an experienced, values-led leader who can combine strategic vision with hands-on delivery. You will need to be a genuine champion of the independent theatre sector, capable of holding complex executive responsibility with confidence, warmth and care. You will have experience in the following areas: – Leadership & Strategy – Financial Management – Fundraising & Development – Operations & Governance – Stakeholder & Relationship Management – Values & Culture (Expanded on further in the job pack)

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Executive Director & Co-CEO
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Fri, 27 Mar 2026

  • Location:

    London

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Job: Executive Director & Co-CEO

Job: Executive Director & Co-CEO

Organisation: New Diorama Theatre

Postcode: NW13BF

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