Associate Leader

Applications must be received by Mon 18 August 10.00am

Contract

7-month seasonal contract

Position Overview

We're looking for an Associate Leader to join the English National Opera Orchestra, supporting the Leader in maintaining the highest artistic and professional standards across a diverse range of work.

If you're a highly skilled musician with excellent leadership qualities, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements:

• Exceptional instrumental ability as a professional violinist with significant experience performing in a leading symphonic or opera orchestra
• Demonstrable experience as a section leader or assistant leader, with a proven ability to lead confidently, sensitively, and collaboratively
• Strong ensemble skills, with the ability to lead by example, inspire colleagues, and maintain artistic consistency across performances
• Experience or willingness to engage in Outreach (Engage), and Development activities as a representative of the Orchestra
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across departments and with visiting artists and conductors
• Willingness to participate in auditions, media work, and promotional activities
• Understanding of, and commitment to upholding, ENO's Values including equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace
• 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus public holidays

Application Process

To apply, please send a CV and Cover Letter/short introductory video (no performance videos please) detailing your interest and suitability for the role to by 10am on Monday 18 August 2025.

Equal Opportunities

English National Opera is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We particularly encourage 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, throughout the application and assessment process.