Liverpool Philharmonic enhances and transforms lives through music.  At the heart of our work is the critically-acclaimed Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra (the UK’s oldest); an extensive programme of participative work with young people and others across our community; and presentation of almost 400 concerts and events each year at our home, Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. 

Each year, Liverpool Philharmonic connects with up 300,000 music lovers through live concerts in Liverpool. And more than 60,000 young people participate in our Youth Company and associated ensembles, attend concerts or take part in our In Harmony programme. Over 7 million people in 179 countries listen to our recordings each year on Spotify. 

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We are always looking for creative and motivated people from a wide variety of backgrounds to employ.

Thinking about a career in the arts? Wondering whether it’s for you? Click here to find out more from people right across our organisation, about their journey into the arts and what a typical day at Liverpool Philharmonic looks like for them!

Current Vacancies   

Assistant Orchestra Manager

The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra – the UK’s oldest – is a critically-acclaimed ensemble, central to Liverpool’s cultural offering. We’re currently recruiting an Assistant Orchestra Manager to co-ordinate and oversee the day-to-day running of the Orchestra and associated ensembles. You’ll help deliver all orchestra activity to the highest possible standard, making logistical and practical arrangements such as creating contracts, organising travel and the hire of freelance players. You’ll assist in orchestra recruitment, and cultivate strong relationships with our musicians, coordinating their activity and serving as a first point of contact. If you’re an extremely organised communicator, with a strong knowledge of the workings of a symphony orchestra and the ability to work under pressure, we’d love to hear from you.

Application Link: Assistant Orchestra Manager

The closing date for applications is Thursday 22nd May at 23:59.

 Head of Marketing - Maternity Cover 

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic is one of the UK’s major music organisations, its work encompassing the world-renowned Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir, a diverse programme of over 400 events per year in Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and the Music Room, our Youth Company and an extensive music education and outreach programme. We are currently recruiting a Head of Marketing (Maternity Cover) to successfully maximise event income and increase participation in our programmes and activities. Leading a busy team, you will manage budgets, develop and deliver ambitious marketing plans across several platforms, and lead on a strategy to attract and retain new customers. You will liaise with colleagues across the organisation, maintain strong relationships with external promoters, and collect and analyse audience feedback to help inform our activity. We are seeking a confident candidate with a successful background in marketing management and a profound understanding of performing arts or events marketing, who will utilise a great enthusiasm for classical music to devise and deliver innovative marketing strategies and successfully deliver against ambitious targets. 

Application Link: Head of Marketing (Maternity Cover)

The closing date for applications is Friday 30th May at 12 noon.

Learning Projects Coordinator

Liverpool Philharmonic’s Learning programmes have gone from strength to strength over the years, now working with hundreds of people across the region. We’re currently looking for a Learning Projects Co-ordinator to help deliver multiple projects, including our award-winning Music and Health programme, our Higher Education partnerships, and our Emerging Professionals programme. You will ensure the successful operation of events and activities – overseeing everything from schedules and contracts to music hire – and serve as first point of contact for all participants, partners and stakeholders. You’ll help to grow the reach and diversity of our Learning programmes and be responsible for the safeguarding and health and safety of participants. If you’re a motivated and organised communicator, with a knowledge of music and experience of working with a range of people in creative projects, this might just be the perfect role for you. 

Application Link: Learning Projects Coordinator

The closing date for applications is Sunday 1st June at 23:59.

Submitting online applications

All applications for our current vacancies must be submitted online (details in job listings).

If you have any general queries on our vacancies, or queries with the online form, please email recruitment@liverpoolphil.com

Speculative CVs 

Please note we are unable to accept unsolicited CVs for vacancies, internships or work experience placements. You should apply for any current vacancies directly through the online application process for a particular job if you feel your skills and experience match the specific role.

Liverpool Philharmonic offers a structured work experience program for members of the Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Company, and we do not take on ad hoc work experience students. 

Equal Opportunities Statement

Liverpool Philharmonic is committed to striving to represent modern Britain in all its diversity. Liverpool Philharmonic is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. In seeking to be representative of the Liverpool city region, applications from members of minority ethnic groups are particularly welcome as they are currently underrepresented within the creative industry. The appointment will be made on merit with independent assessment, openness and transparency of process.