An exciting opportunity to join the Southwell Music Festival team as General Manager.

The General Manager is the key executive role at Southwell Music Festival, responsible for leading, coordinating and administering all aspects of the Festival’s planning and delivery. This is a dynamic, hands-on leadership position, working closely with the Artistic Director, Board of Trustees, Volunteer Festival Committee and a dedicated team of staff and volunteers.

The role encompasses artistic and logistical planning, finance and fundraising, volunteer coordination, event management and partnership development. It requires an exceptional communicator and organiser with entrepreneurial flair, a collaborative spirit and a passion for the arts.

The General Manager will ensure the smooth and successful running of the Festival’s August programme, Christmas Concert and related year-round activities. During the Festival week, the postholder will play a central, visible and high-energy role, ensuring all events are delivered to the highest standards.

Location: Remote, with regular travel to Southwell, Nottinghamshire (at least twice per month). Contribution towards travel to Southwell to be negotiated with Trustees.
Salary: £38,000 (pro rata)
Hours: Part-time (0.5 FTE, 2.5 days per week, with variable workload across the year)
Reports to: Trustee Executive Group (Chair, Vice Chair, Finance Trustee) and Board of Trustees
Responsible for: Freelance staff including the Festival & Artist Administrator, Finance Officer, Marketing & Digital Comms Consultant and seasonal festival staff, including our young Festival Maker Apprentices. Oversees Volunteer Festival Committee and festival volunteers.
Base: The Festival Hub, Trebeck Hall, Southwell Minster NG25 0HD (during the Festival period)

Application process

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences who demonstrate drive, creativity and a commitment to Southwell Music Festival’s values.

To apply:

• Complete the Application Questions provided (available in the Job Description and Recruitment Pack)

Please include contact details for two referees, indicating whether they may be approached before interview.

Closing Date: 1 December 2025, 5pm
First Round Interviews: During w/c 8 December 2025 (via Zoom)
Second Round Interviews: Morning of Tuesday 16 December (in-person, Southwell, Nottinghamshire)