Further information and how to apply

Chair Recruitment

How to apply  

Please email your CV together with a covering letter of up to 2 pages (or a 5-minute film or audio recording if you prefer) by 9am on Thursday 19th December.

We encourage you to explain why you are interested in joining the Board of Orchestras Live, and describe how you demonstrate your suitability in relation to the essential areas outlined in the section on ‘Who we are looking for’. In addition, please let us know if you are able to bring experience, skills or knowledge in one or more of the beneficial areas listed.

Please address your letter or recording to our Vice-Chair, Helen Harrison, and email it to private@orchestraslive.org.uk.

Applicants who wish to disclose protected characteristics are asked to make Orchestras Live aware of this in their cover email.

If you have any access needs or other practical questions you would like to discuss before applying, please email nancy@orchestraslive.org.uk or phone us on 0300 030 1160.

Interviews are expected to be completed during January and February 2025.

On receipt of their application, applicants will be sent a link to complete a survey requesting personally sensitive data, enabling Orchestras Live to track the demographics of those who apply. Completion of this survey is entirely voluntary and all data is anonymised. Provision of this information is not part of the recruitment process.

Exploratory conversation

If you would like to have a conversation with the Vice-Chair, Chief Executive or departing Chair regarding any aspect of the role, please contact nancy@orchestraslive.org.uk.

Further information

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