Producer (General Management)

Job Summary James Steel Productions is seeking a highly organised and experienced General Manager to support the delivery of a growing portfolio of new musicals and plays. A brilliant opportunity to join a fast-scaling commercial theatre company. Job Description James Steel Productions is seeking a skilled and proactive General Manager to support the delivery of our growing slate of theatrical productions. This is a pivotal role within a small, fast-paced company, offering the opportunity to work across new musicals, plays, and international collaborations. You'll…

Job Summary

James Steel Productions is seeking a highly organised and experienced General Manager to support the delivery of a growing portfolio of new musicals and plays. A brilliant opportunity to join a fast-scaling commercial theatre company.

Job Description

James Steel Productions is seeking a skilled and proactive General Manager to support the delivery of our growing slate of theatrical productions. This is a pivotal role within a small, fast-paced company, offering the opportunity to work across new musicals, plays, and international collaborations.

You’ll be responsible for overseeing the operational, financial, and contractual aspects of multiple productions in development and performance. Working closely with the Executive Producer, Production Assistant, and wider creative teams, you’ll ensure projects run smoothly from contracting through to opening night.

Benefits

• Bupa healthcare cover, including digital GP access, mental health support, and wellbeing tools
• 28 days paid holiday (including UK bank holidays)
• One additional paid day off for your birthday
• Flexible access to earned wages before payday
• Confidential financial wellbeing guidance
• CPD and training support, including external courses and mentoring
• Flexible working culture, built around trust and clear outcomes
• A values-led team committed to professional growth and collaboration
• Staff perks platform: discounts at over 30,000 UK retailers, cinema savings, and cashback rewards (can be shared with family)

Job Requirements

3-5 years’ experience in general or company management within UK theatre

Strong understanding of contracting, budgets, and theatre operations

Familiarity with Equity, Bectu, MU, ITC, and UK Theatre agreements

Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Calm under pressure, flexible, and collaborative in approach

Confidence working across multiple productions simultaneously

Proficient with Google Workspace, Excel, and project management tools

Job Responsibilities

Manage production budgets, cashflow, reconciliations, and financial reporting

Draft and issue contracts for creatives, cast, venues, and suppliers

Coordinate insurance, licensing, and compliance documentation

Oversee scheduling, production timelines, and rehearsal logistics

Liaise with venues, technical teams, and producers throughout pre-production and delivery

Support funding applications, reporting, and stakeholder documentation

Contribute to company operations, rebrand, and longer-term strategic planning