Finance Assistant

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Job description

A world-class drama school and educational charity, LAMDA - the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art - delivers exceptional vocational training in the performing arts. LAMDA's core aim is to train and develop the best artists regardless of social or financial background. The Academy is at an exciting time in its evolution, paving the way for drama school training in the 21st century and developing multi-skilled creative artists and technicians. In order to ensure that its work is accessible to all, LAMDA is passionately committed to widening participation and operates a robust scholarship scheme, awarding significant support to one in five full-time students each year.

The Role

We are currently looking to recruit a Finance Assistant in a permanent capacity. This is a full-time role where you will work 35 hours per week; Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm, plus evening and weekend work as and when necessary.

You will ideally have previous experience in working within a finance/accountancy role. You will preferably have knowledge of accounting and a desire to follow a finance/accountancy career.

With excellent numeracy skills and a strong forensic eye for detail, you will have the ability to meet tight deadlines and work without supervision.

Application Process

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We want you to have the opportunity to really tell us about yourself and explain to us why this opportunity is right for you. All applications will be judged on content, not on format.

To apply, please complete the application form together with the Equality and Diversity monitoring form.

All applications should address the following questions:

• Tell us a little about yourself and why this position interests you
• Tell us what experience you have had that means you meet the person specification outlined in the job description; include practical examples

To be considered for this role, please send the above information by e-mail to the HR Department at

Closing date: 5pm on Sunday 12th December 2021
Interview date: w/c 13th December 2021

We welcome applications from people of the global majority and those with disabilities, as these groups are under-represented at LAMDA.

We would like to hear from people whose situation, background and/or identity is currently under- supported across the arts and training sector and within our organisation. Including but not limited to people who are culturally and ethnically diverse and experience racism in our society, those with LGBTQ+ identities, neurodivergent and/or d/Deaf and disabled, and those with caring responsibilities and those who have experienced socio and economic barriers.

LAMDA Limited, 155 Talgarth Road, London W14 9DA, United Kingdom.
Registered in England No: 364456. Registered Office: as address.
Registered Charity No: 312821.