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. 

Current Vacancies  

Director of Audiences

This is a fixed-term maternity cover role focused on providing continuity of leadership and the successful delivery and embedding of major audience, income and brand projects already in progress. The Director of Audiences will develop, lead, and manage Liverpool Philharmonic’s audience development, sales, marketing, brand and communications activity, ensuring the effective delivery of agreed strategies. They will diversify and maximise reach, impact and commercial income on-site and through digital channels across all audience touchpoints, enhancing Liverpool Philharmonic’s brand and profile locally, nationally and internationally. As a member of the Executive Team, they will contribute to the overall strategy and business direction of the Society.

The closing date for applications is Monday 16 March at 12pm. 

Application link: https://liverpoolphil.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4119143?cid=3427

Stage Door Receptionist

Working as part of the Visitor Experience Team, you’ll be based on or Stage Door Reception, welcoming a wide range of staff and visitors to Liverpool Philharmonic and ensuring that our security procedures for backstage access are maintained. If you're confident working independently and are an excellent communicator, welcoming and working with a diverse range of staff and visitors, we’d love to hear from you.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 19 March at 12pm.

Application Link: https://liverpoolphil.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4122174?cid=3427

In Harmony Lead Musician - Woodwind (Maternity Cover)

In Harmony Liverpool Philharmonic has gone from strength to strength over the years, now working with over 1800 children across North Liverpool. As an In Harmony Lead Musician (maternity cover), you will deliver visionary, high-quality music education to young people, increasing their aspirations and improving their wellbeing. You will help develop and evaluate our In Harmony curricula and learning opportunities, plan and produce teaching materials, and line manage our In Harmony musicians too. We’re looking for a collaborative, creative and dynamic musician, who has extensive experience in devising and delivering children’s music education and really believes in the inspiring work that In Harmony Liverpool Philharmonic does – if that’s you, we’d love to hear from you.

The closing date for applications is Friday 3 April at 11.59pm.

Application Link: https://liverpoolphil.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4129079?cid=3427

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 transforms lives through music. We champion equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging throughout our organisation, our activities, and in the artists and music genres we present.

Our team is a dynamic group of people from all walks of life, united in our passion for music. We’re committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcome and everyone is able to thrive, regardless of who they are and where they are from. We are committed to developing a more diverse workforce through encouraging applicants with the skills and experience that help us to widen our perspective and better serve the needs of the Liverpool City Region and our communities.

We particularly encourage applications from individuals from disabled, minority ethnic, and working-class communities as these groups are currently underrepresented within the creative industries.