Guildhall School of Music and Drama is a vibrant international community of musicians, actors, and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked in the top four conservatoires for Music and Performing Arts in the QS World Rankings 2025, and first in the UK in the Complete University Guide, the School is globally renowned exemplar of creative and professional practice, delivering world-class professional training in partnership with distinguished artists, companies, and ensembles. Since its founding in 1880, Guildhall School has been an outstanding example of the City of London Corporation’s commitment to education and the arts. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team reporting to the Principal, Professor Jonathan Vaughan, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will play a vital role in delivering our 2030 strategy—sharpening our competitive edge through the strategic deployment of resources, operational efficiency, and high-quality service provision. The COO will support the School’s strategic and financial planning and work collaboratively with colleagues to lead transformational initiatives that optimise infrastructure, enhance services, and improve ways of working. Responsible for business planning and strategic oversight of the organisation’s buildings and assets, this role offers a unique opportunity to drive impactful change by leading the development of the School’s digital, physical, and cultural working ...