Senior Facilities Manager

The Royal Academy of Music is one of the world's leading conservatoires. We pride ourselves on being a 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 remain focused on developing tomorrow's musical leaders in disciplines including classical, jazz, composition and musical theatre.

Following our recent announcement of a generous donation to fund existing new capital projects, we are now recruiting a Senior Facilities Manager to join our friendly Estates Department to lead operations for a period of at least two years while our existing Head of Estates moves to a new role overseeing the capital programme. The Estates team includes our in-house Security, Maintenance and Events support teams, as well as colleagues managing outsourced catering, cleaning and night-time security contracts.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Senior Facilities Manager will be responsible for all areas of operational estates management and the smooth running the facilities on a day-to-day basis. The postholder will be responsible for proving a high level of service to staff, students, and visitors. Areas of management will include all aspects of building security, maintenance, safety, soft services and the helpdesk.

The ideal candidate will have strong people and operational management experience and good technical facilities management knowledge, including experience of managing both outsourced and in-house services. They will be IWFM qualified to at least level 3, and a NEBOSH qualification would also be an advantage. Most importantly, they will have a practical approach to problem solving and be a flexible and empathetic colleague who is used to managing colleagues with a range of skills and experience.

If you think this is the job for you, you can find more information and an online application form via the button below.

Completed applications must be received by 23.59 on Monday 26 January 2026.

Interviews are expected to take place on-site week commencing Monday 9 February 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.