The Royal Academy of Music is a creative and vibrant workplace with a diverse mix of students and staff from over 60 countries. Many of the world’s leading musicians and performers have studied with us and we are firmly focused on developing tomorrow’s musical leaders across several disciplines, including Classical Performance, Composition, Opera, Jazz, and Musical Theatre. Integral to the musical training we offer is the opportunity to perform; in an average year, the Academy runs a vibrant programme of around 500 events.

Philanthropy plays a significant role in the life of the Academy and supports our mission to develop and educate the musicians of tomorrow. The Royal Academy of Music’s Future campaign was launched in 2022 with a target of £60 million, making it the most ambitious campaign for a conservatoire outside the US. Having exceeded that target, we extended the Campaign to £100 million.

We are seeking a highly organised, detail-orientated and proactive Events Manager to join our Advancement team. Working closely with the Head of Donor Relations, you will deliver a programme of events designed to engage and steward donors, with a particular focus on supporting the High Value Giving team. You will oversee a portfolio of approximately 10 events annually, alongside activity linked to the Academy’s performance calendar. A key aspect of the role is a strong service focus, including the end-to-end management of guest invitations and communications.

From bespoke musical performances to formal dinners and VIP receptions, success in this role comes from meticulous planning, excellent coordination, and the ability to draw on input from colleagues to deliver well-run, high-quality events. You will take ownership of event delivery, manage budgets and logistics, and ensure a professional and seamless experience for all guests.

This role will suit someone who thrives in a structured, delivery-focused environment and takes pride in organisation, accuracy and follow-through. You will be a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills who is able to work collaboratively and efficiently, take initiative and respond to direction in equal measure, and engage effectively with senior stakeholders.

Experience of planning and delivering events is essential. An interest in philanthropy and the arts will help you to succeed in this role.

Please visit jobs to download a full job description and recruitment pack for this role.

Completed applications must be received by 23.59 (midnight) on Thursday 2 July 2026.

Interviews are expected to take place on-site on Monday 13 July 2026.

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.