Chief Executive Officer

Worthing Theatres and Museum
Worthing, BN11 1LG | Salaried: £80000 | Closing: 27th July 2026

Summary

Worthing Theatres & Museum is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead one of the South Coast’s most ambitious cultural organisations.

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This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a thriving multi-venue charity encompassing theatres, live entertainment venues, cinema, museum and gallery spaces, serving more than 340,000 visitors each year. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, champion cultural ambition and help deliver an inspiring, relevant and financially sustainable programme, while nurturing a positive organisational culture and strengthening WTM’s civic and cultural impact.

To apply, please send a CV and a covering letter stating why you think you are suitable for this role to our recruitment consultant, Helen Sprott, Managing Director of AEM International at applications@aeminternational.co.uk

Letters should be no longer than two pages. All applications will be acknowledged. The deadline for applications is 5pm on Monday 27 July.

If you would like a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Helen via email at hsprott@aeminternational.co.uk

 

Representing Opera North in a professional and positive customer focused manor, through providing comprehensive reception services and administration support in a sustainable way. A key role within the Facilities Team supporting efficient running of Opera North Estate.
To contribute to the creation, staging and presentation of work of the highest artistic standards by assisting in the effective and efficient running of the Production Department. To deputise for the Head of Stage as and when required.
BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical is set to embark on a UK Tour. Based on the Universal Pictures/Amblin Entertainment film, this acclaimed production features a book by Bob Gale and original music and lyrics by Emmy and Grammy Award-winning Alan Silvestri and six-time Grammy Award-winning Glen Ballard.
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We are looking for a Casual Scenic Carpenter/Supervisor to join the National Theatre Workshops Team.
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