Head of Operations and Commercial

For more information about this role, please download the Application Pack at the bottom of this page.

Working closely with the Executive Director, this role will be instrumental in growing and diversifying revenue streams as well as ensuring our building is safe and well‑managed and our audiences receive excellent service.

If you would like an informal and confidential conversation about the role prior to applying please let us know by contacting Executive Director, at simon.stephens@theatrebythelake.com.

Application Process

If you think that this is the next role for you and you have the skills and experience we’re looking for, then please send your CV with a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria for the role along with a completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form to jobs@theatrebythelake.com

We’re committed to diversity and creating an accessible recruitment process.  So, whilst we’re taking applications by CV, if this process doesn’t work for you then please let us know and we’ll happily consider an alternative such as a video application.  You can contact us at jobs@theatrebylake.com to discuss.

Closing Date

Monday 6^th April 2026 at 10am

Online interviews will take place w/c 13th April

Terms and Conditions

• Salary: £42,230
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Contract: Full-time, permanent
• Leave: 31 days per year including public holidays
• Pension: 5% Employee Pension contribution and 3% Employer Pension Contribution

Full details of the role are available in the job description below.