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  

Section Leader Trumpet

Principal Roles:

• To perform as Section Leader Trumpet with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra in a range of musical styles and genres, orchestra and ensemble size
• To have excellent orchestral and solo playing abilities, maintaining this to the highest musical standards
• To perform in the Orchestra at venues throughout the UK and on foreign tours, involving regular evening and weekend working

The closing date for applications is Thursday 27th August, 10.59pm

Application Link: Performance Job: Section Leader Trumpet - Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Marketing and Communications Assistant

With hundreds of events every year, and extensive music education and wellbeing projects, there’s plenty to get the word out about at Liverpool Philharmonic.

We’re currently looking for a Marketing & Communications Assistant to help promote our events and activities. You’ll create email content and marketing campaigns, collaborate with internal colleagues and external promoters to get our events ‘on sale’, and assist in our work to reach new audiences. You’ll be responsible for managing customer communications, ensuring essential information is shared and audience feedback is collected. You’ll assist the wider Marketing/Comms team in creating social media content, producing print material and supporting media relations activity. If you’re an organised and proactive communicator, who is passionate about music and looking to gain experience of working in a busy arts organisation, this might be the perfect role for you.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 6 August, 12pm

Application Link: https://liverpoolphil.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4266574?cid=3427

Technical Staff

Contract type: Variable Hours

Liverpool Philharmonic is one of the UK’s leading music organisations, hosting a wide range of classical, rock, pop, world music, film and comedy events every year – We’re currently looking for Technical Staff to help make sure those events are staged efficiently and safely.

If you’re new to the Events Production Industry and you would like to expand your experience of sound, lighting and video equipment, or if you’re an established events technician looking for a new challenge we’d love to hear from you.

You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside our world class orchestra as well as helping to deliver a varied programme of professional incoming touring productions. If you’re a problem solver with a passion for music and an eye for detail who is conscientious, motivated and you enjoy working within a team, this role could be for you.

Due to the requirements of the role, applicants must be at least 18 years of age- for more information on key responsibilities and person specification, please see the Job Description.

The closing date for applications is Monday 10 August, 12pm

Application Link: https://liverpoolphil.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4275019?cid=3427

Steward

Contract type: Variable Hours

Liverpool Philharmonic’s Stewarding team represents our organisation to thousands of customers every year. We’re looking to recruit Stewards to help ensure that our guests have an enjoyable experience and receive impeccable customer service during their time with us. You’ll be working in a fast-paced environment – welcoming audiences, carrying out ticketing checks and selling merchandise. You’ll also help to resolve customer queries, assist in setting up shows and maintain a thorough knowledge of our buildings, facilities and event information. If you’re personable and have a passion for working with the public, this might be the perfect fit for you.

This role is for you if:

• You enjoy working in a fast paced, busy and customer focused environment.
• You’re a great communicator who enjoys interacting with lots of different people.
• You’re a proactive problem solver, able to use your own initiative to find solutions to problems, but also able to work with colleagues in the team and follow instructions from managers.

This role is not for you if:

• You feel uncomfortable or overwhelmed working in a very busy environment – our performance spaces are very busy and fast paced at events.
• You feel you may not have the confidence to proactively engage with members of the public to resolve issues or complaints. This will include situations where people’s behaviour may be challenging - for example people under the influence of alcohol, whose behaviour is disrupting others or who may have views / personal opinions different to your own.
• You are unable be regularly available for weekend and evening shifts. Availability to work regularly during these times is essential.

Due to the requirements of the role, applicants must be at least 18 years of age- for more information on key responsibilities and person specification, please see the Job Description.

The closing date for applications is Monday 10 August, 11.59pm

Application Link: https://liverpoolphil.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4274987?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.