Clerk to the Governing Body

Full-time: 32.5 hours per week

Salary range: £36,933 to £42,547 per annum inclusive of London Allowance

Contract type: Permanent

Hybrid work: Available with at least 4 days in the Academy

Start date: 5 January 2026

The Royal Academy of Music is one of the world's leading conservatoires. It prides itself on being stimulating, forward looking and a friendly environment with a diverse mix of students and staff from over 50 countries. Based in central London adjacent to Regent's Park, we have trained musicians to the highest professional standards since 1822 and we are firmly focused on developing tomorrow's musical leaders in disciplines including classical, jazz, composition and musical theatre.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to be closely involved with the overall strategy and operations of the UK's oldest conservatoire. It will be based within the Executive Office, a small and close-knit team working support the overall smooth-running of the Academy under the Principal.

The primary purpose of the role will be to clerk all matters relating to the Governing Body and its sub-committees, advising them, the Senior Management Team, and the wider Academy community on best governance practice. The postholder will provide direct administrative support to the Deputy Principal and Director of Finance, who are in, turn, responsible for all financial and educational operational activity at the Academy.

To be successful in this role, you will have excellent administrative and communication skills, be confident and diplomatic, and be capable of building and maintaining excellent working relationships with a variety of stakeholders. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, first-rate organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a busy and vibrant working environment.

More information and an online application are available on our website via the button below.

Completed applications must be received by 23.59 on Sunday 26 October 2025.

First-round interviews are expected to take place on-site on Monday 3 November 2025. Second-round interviews will take place on-site on Tuesday 10 November 2025.

The Academy accepts applications from non-UK citizens who have the right to work in the UK. Please note that the Academy is unable to provide a certificate of sponsorship for this role, as this role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker visa.

Enquiries or applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

The Academy is committed to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of all students.

The Academy values diversity and welcomes your application.

We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, and candidates with disabilities because we would like to increase the representation of these groups in these roles. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to greater results for students.