Chair and Trustees

It’s a truly exciting time to consider joining the Board as Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival enters its next phase of growth and impact in a dynamic context. Lucy Davies, previously Executive Director at the Young Vic, joined us as Chief Executive in January 2025, and will be embarking on her vision for the organisation alongside you.

Following a major capital refurbishment project of the Grade I and II listed Corn Exchange and Studio Theatre we have just celebrated our first full year of programming in these spaces which are more accessible and sustainable than ever. The refurbishment has restored and upgraded these venues, introduced a new creative space for artists, new public areas and a restaurant. Within the charity is Create Music, the music hub for the whole of Sussex, reaching over 20,000 young people every year. In 2026 we celebrate the 60th Brighton Festival, England’s largest multi-arts festival.

We are keen to hear from committed enthusiastic individuals who may have experience in the following areas to become either our new Chair or Trustees on our Board:

·       A young trustee, aged 18-28, especially with music experience

·       Finance and accounting

·       Digital and technology

·       Experience as an artist or creative Leadership and workforce development

·       Sustainability and environment

We welcome those who might be wanting to develop their approach to governance and training and mentorship will be offered as necessary.

The successful candidates will be appointed by the Board and will be both a trustee under the Charities Act 2011 and a director under the Companies Act 2006. The job is voluntary and unpaid, although travel expenses can be reclaimed.

The Board’s principal role is to provide vision, policy and governance. This includes maintaining an overview of the organisation’s strategy and business planning activities, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements (particularly employment and health & safety) and budget approval and monitoring of financial outcomes. More information about the role is available in our recruitment pack on our website here: Jobs and Volunteering | Brighton Dome.

Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival believes that a diverse Board is key to achieving our charitable objectives. We welcome, encourage and will support applications from individuals currently under-represented on our Board.

To apply please send your CV with a short covering letter (alternatively we are happy to accept a video application of no more than 3 minutes in length) describing the reasons for your interest and the skills you would bring to Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival to Heather Jones, PA to the Chief Executive.

If you would like any further information or an informal conversation please contact Lucy Davies, Chief Executive.  

 Deadline for expressions of interest is: 30th April 2025