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
As one of the largest arts organisations in the city, Liverpool Philharmonic has many dedicated supporters and funders who enable us to deliver our programmes. We’re currently looking to recruit a Development Coordinator on a 6-month fixed term contract, to work across our busy Development Department. The role will provide administrative support across the Development team including dealing with supporter enquiries, supporting our Head of Trusts and Foundations in creating fundraising applications and reports and working on member events and stewardship activities for our fundraising programmes. If you enjoy getting to know new people, have a keen eye for detail and systems and great communication skills we’d love to hear from you.
The closing date for applications is Friday 17th July, 12pm
Application Link: https://liverpoolphil.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4245900?cid=3427
As Liverpool’s largest music organisation and a vital player in the city’s cultural scene, life at Liverpool Philharmonic is always busy and varied. Therefore, we’re currently looking to recruit an Executive Assistant to manage the administration of our CEO’s office. You’ll organise our Chief Executive’s diary, coordinate travel and logistics, and provide other administrative support where needed. You’ll work across the organisation, coordinating communication and meetings, and ensuring that all related records and files are produced and kept up to date. If you’re an organised and detail-driven individual, with great communication skills and experience in a similar role, we’d love to hear from you.
The closing date for applications is Monday 20th July, 12pm
Application Link: https://liverpoolphil.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4248302?cid=3427
Playing a key role within the city’s largest music organisation, Liverpool Philharmonic’s finance team takes on a busy and diverse workload. We’re currently looking to recruit a Head of Finance to lead he organisation’s financial management through effective reporting, forecasting and analysis. You'll lead and develop the finance team, support strategic decision-making across the organisation, drive continuous improvement, and ensure strong financial control and compliance. If you’re a finance professional with excellent leadership skills, we’d love to hear from you.
The closing date for applications is Monday 20th July, 12pm
Application Link: https://liverpoolphil.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4248225?cid=3427
Head of Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships
We are currently recruiting an experienced Head of Philanthropy & Corporate Partnerships to lead Liverpool Philharmonic’s fundraising and partnership activity, securing vital support from individuals and corporate partners. You'll develop and implement fundraising strategies, build and nurture high-value relationships, and drive income growth to support our artistic programme, community impact projects and strategic priorities. If you’re a strategic fundraiser with a strong track record of generating income and developing partnerships, we’d love to hear from you.
The closing date for applications is Friday 24th July, 12pm
Application Link: https://liverpoolphil.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4248254?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.