We’re looking for an Assistant Orchestra Manager to join the English National Opera and help support one of the UK’s leading opera orchestras in delivering world-class, inspiring and accessible performances.
The Assistant Orchestra Manager is a vital role within the ENO Music Department, supporting the Orchestra Manager to ensure the smooth running of rehearsals, performances and orchestral operations. This role works closely with conductors, musicians and administrative staff to maintain high artistic and organisational standards across all ENO projects, both at the Coliseum and beyond.
If you’re highly organised, passionate about orchestral music, and ready to take on the exciting challenges of working in a busy, collaborative and creative environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Requirements:
- Organised and excellent attention to detail
- Knowledge of instrumentation and orchestrations
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritise, use initiative and manage own time
- Work as part of a team
- Good Microsoft Office knowledge and ability to embrace new IT systems
- Knowledge and enthusiasm for opera, classical music and the arts
- Ability to work regular evenings and weekends
- Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure
- Commitment to advancing diversity in classical music/ the arts and creating an inclusive work environment
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus public holidays
- Free/discounted ENO tickets
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Assistance Programme
Please see our recruitment pack for more details.
To apply, please send along a CV and Cover Letter/short video detailing your interest and suitability for the role to [email protected] by 10am on Monday 28 July 2025.
1st Interviews: w/c 4 August 2025
2nd Interviews: w/c 11 August 2025
Please also submit our anonymous Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form.
English National Opera is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, English National Opera particularly encourages potential candidates from underrepresented groups and communities to apply, including those from global majority backgrounds and/or with protected characteristics, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and religion and belief. We will provide appropriate support for candidates with access requirements if they identify as disabled. This includes during the application process and through candidate assessment stages.