Communications Officer - English National Opera

£30,000 • English National Opera • London Coliseum or Greater Manchester

Be at the heart of ENO’s communications and help shape how we connect with audiences, engage our people, and tell our story.

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Hours: 35 hours per week, we are open to considering job share arrangements for this position

Location: London Coliseum/Greater Manchester, we are open to considering candidates based in either location for this position

We’re looking for a creative and driven Communications Officer to join our Communications team and help tell the next chapter of our story.

This is a varied and exciting role where no two days are the same. From media relations and press nights to intranet content and campaign delivery, this is a brilliant opportunity to build broad communications experience and develop new skills whilst working for a leading arts organisation.

If you’re an excellent communicator with strong writing skills, a sharp eye for detail and a collaborative mindset, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements*:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences
• Ability to organise workload effectively and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proactive, motivated and able to work independently when required
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Confident using digital tools and platforms for communication and content management
• Proactive, positive approach to problem-solving
• Minimum of two years' experience in a communications or press officer role
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Proven experience working on high-profile press and communications campaigns
• Familiarity with press office environments and the ability to deal confidently and diplomatically with all levels of the media
• Ability to build rapport and collaborate with colleagues at all levels
• Digitally savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint
• Strong prioritisation and organisational skills in a fast-paced environment
• Strong judgement and awareness of reputational risk
• Interest in the arts and current affairs

*Don’t worry if you don’t tick every box! If you’re excited about the role and think you’d be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Please see our recruitment pack for full details of the role.

Application deadline: 10am, Monday 1 June 2026

1st Interviews: w/c 22 June 2026

2nd Interviews: w/c 29 June 2026

Reasonable adjustments: If you require any reasonable adjustments for the application or interview process, please contact workwithus@eno.org

English National Opera is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, we particularly encourage potential candidates from underrepresented groups and communities to apply, including those from global majority backgrounds and/or with protected characteristics, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and religion and belief. We will provide appropriate support for candidates with access requirements if they identify as disabled. This includes during the application process and through candidate assessment stages.