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While we list our current vacancies below, all of our vacancies can also be found on the City of London Careers page, along with details of how to apply.

If you require technical support, information or application forms in Braille, large print or any other alternative formats please contact the City of London Corporate HR team on 020 7332 3978 (24 hour answerphone) or via email at cru@cityoflondon.gov.uk.

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Please note we are unable to accept unsolicited CVs for vacancies, internships or work experience placements. You should apply for any current vacancies directly through the City of London online application if you feel your skills and experience match the specific role.

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The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

Summer Schools Manager

Fixed Term (4 May - 20 August 2026), Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary Range: £44,110 – £49,140 per annum including Inner London Weighting

Guildhall School is a vibrant, international community of musicians, actors, and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked as the top conservatoire in the Guardian University Guide music league table, we deliver world-class professional training in partnership with distinguished artists, companies and ensembles. 

Join Guildhall School’s Open Programmes team as our Summer Schools Manager and play a key role in delivering an exceptional programme for learners of all ages. You’ll manage the operational planning and smooth day‑to‑day running of our Summer Schools, coordinating logistics, staffing, scheduling and participant experience from preparation to delivery. Working within a small team, you will be a proactive, solutions‑focused organiser with strong communication skills and a hands‑on approach. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in event or programme delivery.

An Enhanced DBS check is required.

For more information, download the Job Information Pack.

To apply online, please visit https://careers.cityoflondon.gov.uk/apply/ 

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting OOGS9274. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.

Closing date for applications is Monday 16 March 2026 at 9am. This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. 

Please note that late applications will not be accepted.

Interviews will take place on Monday 30 March 2026. 

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

Head of HR 

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (35 Hours)
Salary Range: £68,300 to £85,000 per annum (inclusive of Inner London Weighting) depending on experience

Guildhall School is a vibrant, international community of musicians, actors and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked number one in Arts, Drama & Music by the Complete University Guide 2024, one of the top ten performing arts institutions in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2023, as well as the number one higher education institution in the Guardian University Guide music league table, we deliver world-class professional training in partnership with distinguished artists, companies and ensembles. 

A global leader in creative and professional practice, we promote innovation, experiment and research, and are also one of the UK’s leading providers of lifelong learning in the performing arts, offering inspiring training for children, young people, adult learners, and creative and business professionals.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the HR function as Head of HR, shaping a people‑centred, high‑performing culture that underpins the School’s artistic, academic, and organisational ambitions. You will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer and senior leaders to deliver the School’s people strategy, acting as a trusted adviser on workforce planning, organisational development, employee relations, and policy. Building strong, influential relationships across the School and the City of London Corporation, you will provide expert, strategic guidance while ensuring HR services remain professional, consistent, and responsive. You will also lead, develop, and empower the HR team, creating a cohesive and proactive function that delivers high‑quality outcomes and drives continuous improvement across all people‑related activity.

We’re excited to welcome a senior HR leader with substantial experience operating at strategic level within Higher Education, the arts, or a similarly complex environment. Bringing deep expertise across organisational change, workforce planning, employee relations, Learning & Development, recruitment, and policy development, you will provide credible, pragmatic leadership while championing equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a Chartered CIPD professional (or equivalent), with strong knowledge of UK employment law and experience working with unions and governance bodies, you will influence senior decision‑making and ensure the School’s people strategy is modern, fair, and aligned with future organisational needs. Skilled in analysing HR data, managing statutory reporting, and leading high‑performing teams, you will drive a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and professional excellence. This role is eligible for hybrid working.
 

For further information, please see the Job Information Pack:

If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role, please e-mail Carol Bernard, Head of HR, at carol.bernard@gsmd.ac.uk

Closing date: 12 noon on Monday 9 March 2026 

Interviews will be held w/c 16 March 2026 and w/c 23 March 2026. 

To apply please visit: https://cityoflondon.jobs.hr.cloud.sap/job/Head-of-HR/1120-en_GB 

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OOGS9273.  A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.

All applications must include a completed application form. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. 

Guildhall School welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to encourage interest from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, Black, Asian, and other global majority backgrounds who are currently under-represented at Guildhall School. In recognising the positive value of diversity, we want to better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We are members of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who would like to be considered under this scheme and who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. We support and provide adjustments for people with disabilities – if you have a disability and need help with the application process please contact us.

Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. 

The City of London Corporation want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do. The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable. We are committed to regularly benchmarking and reviewing pay across the whole organisation and against external sectors.

Student Services Administrator

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (35 Hours)
Salary Range: £38,080 - £42,150 per annum inclusive of London Weighting depending on experience

We are seeking an experienced Student Services Administrator to join our busy Student Services Department. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their career in a student support or wellbeing role. Although this position has a strong administrative focus, it also provides valuable exposure to a wide range of student support processes and activities. 

The successful candidate will have valuable experience in an administrative role, ideally in a Higher Education environment. They will be confident working independently, have strong customer service skills, and be experienced in managing and improving administrative systems. A commitment to student support and wellbeing is essential, along with a willingness to further develop skills in student support.

We are looking for someone with excellent attention to detail, strong organisational and time management abilities, and clear, effective communication skills.

Due to the nature of the role, this role requires the candidate to be on site 5 days a week during term time. Hybrid working arrangements apply outside term time. 

Enhanced DBS checks will be required.

For further information, please see the Job Information Pack:

The Guildhall School of Music and Drama is one of the world’s leading conservatoires and drama schools, offering musicians, actors, and production arts practitioners an inspiring environment in which to develop as creative arts professionals. Situated in the City of London, Guildhall School is ranked number one in Arts, Drama & Music by the Complete University Guide 2023, is one of the top ten performing arts institutions in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2023, as well as the number one higher education institution in the Guardian University Guide music league table. We deliver world-class professional training in partnership with distinguished artists, companies and ensembles.

A global leader in creative and professional practice, we promote innovation, experiment and research, and are also one of the UK’s leading providers of lifelong learning in the performing arts, offering inspiring training for children, young people, adult learners, and creative and business professionals.

Closing date: 12 noon on 13 March 2026. We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier than stated should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.

Interviews will be held on: Tuesday 31 March 2026

To apply please visit https://cityoflondon.jobs.hr.cloud.sap/job/Student-Services-Administrator/1114-en_GB 

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OOGS9272.  A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.

All applications must include a completed application form. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.

Guildhall School welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to encourage interest from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, Black, Asian, and other global majority backgrounds who are currently under-represented at Guildhall School. In recognising the positive value of diversity, we want to better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We are members of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who would like to be considered under this scheme and who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. We support and provide adjustments for people with disabilities – if you have a disability and need help with the application process please contact us.

Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment.

The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.