Vacancies
Take a look below for our current player and administration job vacancies.
Player vacancies
Co-Principal [No.2] Violin 2
The Philharmonia is seeking highly qualified candidates for the positions of Co-Principal [No.2] Violin 2. This position involves sitting up and leading the section when required.
To apply: Applications should be submitted through MUVAC
Closing date: 29 May 2026
Auditions: 13 & 14 July, with 17 July being subject to requirement
Administration vacancies
Executive & Artistic Planning Co-ordinator
The Philharmonia is seeking a confident, bright and well-organised Co-ordinator to support the CEO and wider Executive Team in their role as leaders, by supporting with research, artistic planning co-ordination, external and internal stakeholder and project liaison as well as diary management.
Employment type: Full time based in London with weekend and evening work as required by the orchestra’s schedule.
Closing date: 8 May 2026
Salary: £27,000-£29,500 p/a
Application process: Email CV and cover letter to: philharmoniahr@thehrhub.co.uk by 12 noon on Friday 8 May 2026
Arts Management Trainee
This two-year, full-time Arts Management Training Scheme offers successful applicants the opportunity to gain an in-depth insight into the operations and functions of a renowned symphony orchestra.
Delivered across four key front-facing departments: Concerts, Marketing & Communications, Learning & Engagement and Development. Trainees complete four six-month rotations, each designed to build core skills, confidence, and knowledge of arts management in the four areas of orchestral operations.
This is a hands-on, structured training programme, ideal for early-career professionals, recent graduates seeking a career in the arts and cultural sector, or those with experience who wish to refocus and shift career.
Employment type: Full time based in London with weekend and evening work as required by the orchestra’s schedule.
Contract type: Full-time, fixed term for two years.
Closing date: 24 May 2026
Salary: £27,000
Application process: No CV. Please see pack for details.