Artist Manager
Location: Cambridge (hybrid working considered) | Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Applications welcome from all backgrounds – we are a proudly inclusive organisation.
About the Role
We are offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Artist Manager to join our team at a senior level. This is a high-responsibility role, working with world-class artists, with the scope to shape the position around your strengths and professional ambitions.
As an Artist Manager, you will lead on international bookings, negotiate contracts, and oversee the strategic development of artists’ careers. You will be supported by an Assistant Artist Manager to ensure the seamless delivery of engagements, while also representing the company across the classical music industry.
This is a career-defining role for a dynamic and ambitious individual who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment, and is motivated by the opportunity to work directly with leading artists at the highest level.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop the careers of assigned artists, booking engagements worldwide
- Negotiate contracts, ensuring financial and legal accuracy at all times
- Oversee and support assistants in delivering first-class servicing for every engagement
- Maintain accurate scheduling and artist information in our diary management system (Overture)
- Build and strengthen relationships with promoters, orchestras, festivals, and other industry stakeholders
- Represent the company and your artists at concerts, events, and industry gatherings, both in the UK and internationally
- Contribute to the company’s strategic direction and growth by identifying new opportunities for artists and the wider roster
- Collaborate closely with colleagues across the company, including Finance, Marketing, and PR
About You
Essential: - Proven experience in classical music management, with a strong understanding of the international music industry
- Excellent computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite
- Exceptional attention to detail and proofreading ability – especially when handling contracts and financial information
- Confident communicator, able to converse effectively and professionally with artists, promoters, and colleagues worldwide
- Highly organised with strong time-management skills – able to manage complex projects independently and as part of a team
- A proactive, solutions-driven approach, with the ability to anticipate artist needs and industry challenges
- Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally
- Empathetic, flexible, and collaborative, with a good sense of humour
Desirable:
- Foreign language skills
- Prior experience working at a senior level in artist management or arts administration
Why Join Us?
The opportunity to work with internationally renowned artists at a pivotal stage in their careers
A supportive and collaborative working environment where your voice and ideas are valued
The freedom to shape the role to your strengths and ambitions
Regular travel and opportunities to attend world-class concerts and events
Flexibility to be based in Cambridge, London, or elsewhere in the UK, with a requirement to attend the Cambridge Office regularly.
Salary & Application
Salary: Dependent on experience
Closing date: Friday 26th September 2025
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to:
Emma Chinn – ec@jamesbrownmanagement.com
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