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RIBA is a global professional membership body, and a cultural organisation, driving excellence in architecture.
About The Role
We are looking for a passionate and resourceful team player to join the Exhibitions and Public Programmes team.
This is a unique opportunity to support RIBA’s House of Architecture cultural output, by helping with the delivery and administration of a wide range of thought-provoking talks, events, and exhibitions related programmes,
You will undertake a variety of administrative duties to support the Public Programmes team, including liaising with the marketing and content teams, other internal stakeholders, as well as with external partners and speakers, managing online ticketing, booking travel for speakers, taking notes and actions for meetings, as well as supporting evaluation of the programme. You’ll attend the events, whether in London or elsewhere, helping ensure all runs smoothly.
What are we looking for?
- An energetic person with experience in a range of administrative duties within a cultural organisation Organisational skills and methodical approach to work on several tasks simultaneously, and your ability to prioritise effectively. A good standard of written English, sound knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint and solid communication skills. Ideally, you’ll have an interest in architecture and/or cultural programming and a willingness to learn and develop in the role.
- Ability to problem solve and work under pressure to meet deadlines, and willingness to work outside hours, including evenings as required.
- Knowledge of and passion for architecture, both contemporary and historic
- London based role with occasional travel our office in RIBA North, and other locations depending on events.
Essential
- A demonstrable experience in public and cultural event programming.
- Good administrative and organisational skills, with strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
- Very good communication skills and customer service awareness, excellent interpersonal skills for working in a team.
- A flexible approach to working hours with ability to work evenings in support of events
- Good IT skills, with sound knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Interest in and experience of testing the boundaries of existing public programmes format, to deliver innovative programmes, whether onsite, offsite, or online.
- Knowledge of Safeguarding requirements and procedures
- Knowledge of GDPR legal requirements
- Knowledge of and passion for architecture, both contemporary and historic.
Our Benefits
RIBA offers an amazing employee benefits package which includes (a) a generous pension scheme with employer contributions (up to 12%), (b) life assurance, (c) annual leave of 27 days plus bank holidays and paid closure of 3 discretionary days between Christmas and New Year.
We encourage applicants to review the essential criteria carefully and ensure their application clearly demonstrates how they meet these requirements, as applications will be shortlisted against the criteria outlined in the person specification.
If you would like to apply for the position, please view the full job description below (found at 'supporting documents') and submit your CV and covering letter using the form below.
Please note that applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
Additionally, please ensure that you complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form which will be submitted separate from your application.
Closing date: 28 June 2026
Candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified on Friday 3 July
Interview date: 8 July 2026
Due to high volumes of applications, we are unable to respond to everyone, however, should you be shortlisted for interview we will be in touch. We may also close an advert earlier than the date above if we receive enough quality applications.
Please note that you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to proceed with any candidates who cannot show the relevant documentation so please only apply if you meet these criteria. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
RIBA aims to be an inclusive employer, committed to building an authentic and diverse environment where all are encouraged to be themselves. We champion work/life balance and welcome requests for flexible working across our organisation. We value applications from all sections of society and appreciate divergent experience, therefore if you are excited about the role and working with us, yet your experience may not align perfectly with every single skill or competency, we encourage you to apply anyway.
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