The role of People and Governance Coordinator is central to the internal operations of the Royal Court, providing high-quality coordination and administration that underpins how we support our staff, deliver effective governance, and maintain a positive workplace culture.
The postholder will oversee key HR procedures, systems and records (including recruitment and payroll support), coordinate trustee and board activity, and ensure clear and consistent internal communications across all teams.
Alongside this core administration, the role offers an opportunity to develop as a trusted People Partner for our Front of House and Catering teams, providing first-line guidance on people matters and gaining insight into the internal management of a leading cultural charity. Handling a high volume of correspondence, processes, and confidential information, the post requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and discretion
The successful candidate will:
- Have proven experience in an administrative role within a busy office environment (not necessarily arts-specific)
- Have practical experience in HR and/or recruitment, ideally supporting onboarding, payroll processes and employee lifecycle documentation.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication, with attention to detail and the ability to tailor communications for different audiences.
- Be able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, balancing competing priorities
Further details of the role can be found in the Job Description below. If you are interested in this role, please complete an application form. Please address how you meet the criteria set out above within your application.
To note, your cover letter can also be sent through in the form of a voice note, or PowerPoint presentation (no more than five slides). Should there be a more accessible form for your application to be received, please contact the recruitment inbox.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact the recruitment inbox at recruitment@royalcourttheatre.com ahead of the closing date, 23 October 2025.