Founded in 1882, The Royal College of Music (RCM) is a world leading music conservatoire with a prestigious history and contemporary outlook. Our excellence was recognised by the 2026 QS World University Rankings, in which we were ranked as the No. 1 institution in the UK and Europe, and second globally, for both Music and Performing Arts. The College has held global first and second positions in Performing Arts for five successive years, while Music is a new subject introduced to the rankings in 2024.

As part of our review to mature our infrastructure management, the Royal College of Music is seeking to engage an IT Systems Administrator to join its IT Operations team. We are looking for candidates with the following attributes:

• You should be confident with managing Microsoft 365 and server infrastructures within virtual environments, including common supporting systems such as server monitoring, backup solutions, cyber suite solutions such as endpoint protection and mail security, and network administration to include switch and Wi-Fi.
• You will be comfortable leading on responsibilities independently with a willingness to collaborate and knowledge share with your wider team.
• You are resilient and adaptable with an ability to work under pressure and prioritise logically.
• You understand the importance of quality customer service, good communication and stakeholder management.

Applicant Information Pack

How to apply

For full details of this position please download the Applicant Information Pack above.

To apply, please complete the following forms, which can be downloaded from further down this page:

1. Application Form
2. Equal Opportunities Form

Completed forms should be returned by email to Human Resources at recruitment@rcm.ac.uk or by post to Human Resources, Royal College of Music, Prince Consort Road, London SW7 2BS. Please ensure that you include the Job Reference Number when submitting your application.

If you are applying by email, please state clearly in the subject line the title of the post for which you are applying.

If you need to receive this documentation in an alternative format please contact recruitment@rcm.ac.uk to discuss your requirements.

CVs without an application form will not be accepted. All applicants will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK.

The Royal College of Music is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Get in touch

For more information please contact Recruitment.