Royal Academy of Arts
EA & Department Administrator - Artistic Programmes
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EA & Department Administrator - Artistic Programmes
Returning VACANCY: EA & Administrator
Supporting the Artistic Director and Exhibitions/Curatorial Teams at the Royal Academy of Arts
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant & Administrator to support our Artistic Director, Helen Legg and our Exhibitions and Curatorial teams.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Royal Academy of Arts as we seek to expand our world-class exhibition programme, broadening our reach across wider audiences. You will work closely with the Artistic Director and colleagues, providing effective administrative support and ensuring seamless daily operations for the department.
About the Role
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Core Responsibilities:
- Provide executive or PA-level support to the Artistic Director in a complex, dynamic organisation.
- Manage competitive priorities, ensuring discretion and meticulous attention to detail.
- Coordinate complex calendars, facilitate meetings, and maintain departmental processes for smooth functioning.
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Key Traits:
- A confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills.
- Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable when handling administrative duties.
- Well-developed written English and a keen eye for detail.
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Your Profile – Requirements
To excel in this role, you will have:
- Proven experience in providing executive or PA-level support to a senior leader in a demanding environment.
- Ability to organise, prioritise, and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Effective -written and verbal communication; diplomacy, adaptability, and professional discretion.
- Autonomy to anticipate needs proactively, while supporting collaborative decision-making.
About Us – The Royal Academy of Arts
Founded as far back as 1768, we began when artists and architects persuaded King George III to approve the establishment of a ‘society for promoting the art of design’. The first RA building, just a few metres long, now contrasts drastically with our global reputation today.
Our vision remains firm: to champion art and artists and bring exhibitions to a broad and diverse audience. We are more than just an institution—we are a contemporary art organisation.
Our Commitment to Growth and Well-being
We invest in Employee Development, offering courses such as:
- Unconscious Bias
- LGBTQ+ Awareness
- Bystander Training
- Mental Health First Aid
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Employee engagement is crucial:
- Employee Network Groups
- ‘Ways In’ access programmes
- A winning Employee Council, ensuring every voice is heard.
We strive towards wellbeing, equality, and diverse representation across all departments, including exhibitions, curation, education, public engagement and fundraising.
The Benefits
Exhibition Privileges & Flexibility
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Join their Reciprocal Gallery Agreements; gain temporary membership to esteemed galleries throughout the UK.
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Enhanced pension causes with generous employer contributions.
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Work-life balance support: 25 days holiday plus all bank holidays.
Wellbeing & Flexibility
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Access our virtual GP service and benefit from the expertise of Mental Health First Aiders.
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The opportunity for agile working, empowering flexibility in work arrangements.
Employee Engagement
- raise issues, share concerns, and shape future decisions through the RA Staff Council.
- Staff clubs and activities, from football teams to Staff Choir.
Join us—be part of a rich cultural heritage evolving into dynamic, diverse, and inclusive modern provision.
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