Job Description

We are currently seeking a Deputy Production Manager to join our Production department on a permanent, full-time basis.

The Southbank Centre Production unit oversees the comprehensive technical requirements for every event hosted across our site. This position entails developing an extensive understanding of the Southbank Centre’s technical inventory and physical infrastructure, alongside fostering robust professional ties with our clients. The successful candidate will collaborate intimately with the Producing, Programming, and Production departments to align and coordinate the production planning cycle.

Primary Responsibilities

Formulate the monthly departmental production rota in collaboration with the Head of Production.
Partner with the Producing, Programming, and Production teams to ensure Southbank projects are executed to an elite standard.
Assist the Production Management leadership in defining and refining operational production workflows.
Facilitate the production planning cycle by managing debriefs and production meetings, drafting schedules, fulfilling information requests, and interfacing with external vendors and internal units.
Author Method Statements and Risk Assessments for various productions, ensuring total adherence to CDM regulations, licensing mandates, and Southbank Centre Health and Safety protocols.

Technical Expertise and Background

Proficiency in utilizing staff scheduling platforms and Google Sheets.
Professional history in production management for performing arts or live music sectors.
Verified track record of managing numerous simultaneous projects within strict timeframes.
Strong administrative capabilities, including communication, organization, and the maintenance of precise documentation.
Fundamental understanding of core technical disciplines, including AV, sound, lighting, and automation systems.

Job Data Table

Category	Details
Company Name	Southbank Centre
Location	London, United Kingdom
Locality	Southbank
Country	United Kingdom
City	London
Region	Greater London
Job Type	Permanent – Full Time
Salaries	£51,600 per year
Experience Level	Music or Performing Arts Production
Travel	On-site (Southbank)
Language	English
Benefits	9% Pension, Hybrid Working, 28 Days Holiday, Event Discounts

Skills & Competency Table

Key Skill	Competency Level
Production Planning	Expert
Staff Rota Management	Advanced
Health & Safety (RAMS/CDM)	Expert
Technical AV/Lighting/Sound	Intermediate
Project Administration	Advanced
Stakeholder Liaison	Advanced

Salaries Pay Calculator Table

Annual Salary	Pension (Max)	Total Compensation	Notes
£51,600	£4,644	£56,244	Salary based on a 40-hour week; pension up to 9%.

Job Summary

The Deputy Production Manager coordinates technical planning and rotas for all Southbank Centre events. Collaborating with programming and technical teams, you will manage schedules, draft RAMS, and oversee vendor relations. This role requires performing arts production experience and offers a £51.6k salary with hybrid working and excellent cultural benefits.

FAQs

What is the application deadline for this position?

The closing date for applications is 23:59 on 15 February 2026.

Does this role offer any flexible working arrangements?

Yes, the role follows a hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

What are the specific pension benefits?

The Southbank Centre offers a minimum 5% contribution, rising to 9% depending on the employee’s contribution level.

What industry background is required?

Candidates must have experience in production specifically within the music or performing arts sectors.

Are there any on-site perks for employees?

Staff receive free entry to the Hayward Gallery, event ticket offers, and up to 30% discounts on retail and food.

Expert Analysis

This is a prestigious mid-to-senior level role at one of Europe’s largest arts centers. The £51,600 salary is competitive for the UK arts sector, particularly when paired with a potential 9% pension. Success in this environment requires a rare blend of administrative precision (rota management) and high-level technical safety knowledge (CDM/RAMS).

Location & Logistics Guide

The role is situated in Southbank, London’s cultural heart. The site is exceptionally accessible via Waterloo, Embankment, and Blackfriars stations. This central location places the production team at the epicenter of the UK’s live arts scene, facilitating easy coordination with global touring companies and local suppliers.

Wikipedia URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Southbank_Centre

Career Path

A Deputy Production Manager at the Southbank Centre is ideally positioned to advance to Head of Production or Technical Director roles. The scale and variety of events—from classical concerts to contemporary festivals—provide the high-level project management credentials necessary for executive leadership in major global arts institutions.

To apply for this job please visit careers.southbankcentre.co.uk.