Business Manager – The Television Workshop

Lead the organisation’s financial management and operational administration, ensuring robust financial control, compliance and effective decision-making. Manage all day-to-day accounting activities through Xero, including bank reconciliations, fee tracking, payments, invoicing, commission processing and freelance/tutor payment records. Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports, maintain strategic budgets, develop cashflow forecasts and provide financial analysis to support Board decisions. Oversee banking activities, income reconciliation, Theatre Tax Relief submissions, business rates relief applications, annual accounts, Companies House updates, Charity Commission returns and Gift Aid claims. Drive commercial and business development activity by continually reviewing financial performance, identifying cost efficiencies and recommending opportunities to maximise income and organisational sustainability. Manage casting revenue processes from contract setup through invoicing and reconciliation. Co-lead fundraising efforts, securing sponsorships, grants and bursary funding through corporate partnerships and community engagement. Support the commercial delivery of performances and fundraising events, including budget management, venue bookings, ticket sales and promotional activity. Provide comprehensive operational support across the organisation, coordinating auditions, workshops, membership administration and stakeholder communications. Manage office operations, equipment, supplier relationships and premises issues. Administer payroll, pensions, DBS checks and HR-related processes, while maintaining organisational policies and governance requirements. Build and nurture relationships with partners, alumni and key stakeholders to support the workshop’s long-term success, reputation and growth. Reporting directly to the Board, working in close partnership with the Artistic Director, combining strong commercial and operational leadership with artistic priorities.