Careers at the RA
Where could your talent take you?
Like any leading organisation, we know how important it is to value the people who do the hard work day in, day out.
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Working here
It is the dedicated and talented people behind the scenes who help make what we do possible. You might be surprised by the variety and scope of the opportunities here at the RA. From art handlers to fundraisers, event managers to accountants, we are a diverse group of people committed to delivering the highest standards to our visitors.
We offer a number of unique benefits including free entry to exhibitions across London, discounts in our shops and cafés, exclusive after hours family and friends events in the galleries, free life drawing classes, a staff gallery and much more.
Working here is to be part of a very special community and we pride ourselves on making sure our staff feel valued.
We host some of the world’s most celebrated exhibitions, are home to Britain’s first art school, and have big plans for the future. Come and be a part of our story.
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What's it like working at the RA?
Watch our video to find out more.
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Current vacancies and how to apply
If you are interested in working with us, you can view our current vacancies and apply through our online application process via the link below. Please note we are no longer able to accept any other form of application including speculative applications.
When you register you can opt to receive email alerts when new vacancies come up.
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Volunteering and Work Experience
The RA is supported by a dedicated team of volunteers who assist with everything from school workshops, to conservation of our historic book collection to giving tours of our gallery spaces.
We are currently recruiting RA Volunteer Guides who help visitors engage with the RA’s Collection and history, through daily tours and talks.
To apply, please send an expression of interest form to volunteering@royalacademy.org.uk by 10am Monday 27 January.
You can keep up to date with volunteering or work experience opportunities at the RA by joining our volunteering mailing list at volunteering@royalacademy.org.uk.
Apprenticeships and internships will be advertised on our vacancies page.
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Reaching your potential
Investing in staff development is important to us, and we are ambitious about allowing staff to grow and fulfil their potential. Recent initiatives include:
Inspiring Managers
A year-long programme for all managers covering a range of topics from leading a team to managing budgets and projects.Inspiring Employees
Monthly lunch and learn sessions open to all, featuring guest speakers such as Harvard Business Review award winner and London Business School professor, Rob Goffee.Training for individuals or teams
From British Sign Language to ACCA financial certification, History of Art evening classes at the Sotheby’s Institute and public speaking, we help staff to acquire and hone the skills they need to reach their potential.![Lunch & Learn lecture, Why should anyone be led by you? with London Business School’s Professor of Organisational Behaviour, Rob Goffee]()
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