Join Our Team

Recruiting for the team is one of the most exciting things we get to do. We are a relentlessly pioneering organisation dedicated to the impact music can have on people’s lives. If you share the belief that music can change society for the better, we’d love to hear from you.

We are currently looking for multiple positions. People to join our Board of Trustees & a Development Operations Manager, as well as Extra Work Clarinet & Bassoon. Scroll down to find out more.

Extra Work Clarinet & Bassoon

We are seeking exceptional and flexible musicians to join our pool of extra work musicians. If you thrive on variety and pioneering new ideas, then we are keen to hear from you. We are inviting high-level musicians who live 30 miles from Manchester to audition for our extra work list.

You are only eligible to apply if you live within 30 miles from Manchester. Please include your home address on your CV.

Deadline for applications: Monday 22nd June, 12pm

Audition date: Friday 17th July RNCM, Manchester

To apply and learn more, please download our Application Pack via the link below.

Extra Work Clarinet & Bassoon Auditions Pack >

Join our Board of Trustees 

From performing with the Pet Shop Boys at the MTV EMAs and touring international concert halls to pioneering our award-winning Music in Mind programme for health and wellbeing, our purpose is to transform lives through the power of music. Our commitment to positive change drives us, and we work with the best creative talent to make it happen.

To ensure we continue to deliver on our mission, we are currently seeking new Trustees with expertise in:

Legal: Providing critical oversight and strategic guidance on governance and contracts.

Fundraising & Philanthropy: Securing the investment needed for our community and creative work.

The Commercial Music World: Providing experience from the commercial music sector to bring constructive challenge, strategic support, and valuable industry networks.

We value diverse thought, backgrounds, and experiences to enrich our Board.

To apply and learn more about the role and the impact you can make, please download our Board Recruitment Pack via the link below.

Board of Trustees Recruitment Pack >

If you have any questions or require adjustments during the application process, please contact Sarah Whewell at SWhewell@manchestercamerata.com.

Deadline to apply 23:59 on the 16th of May 2026. -Please note this has now closed and the information above is for candidates attending interviews.

Development Operations Manager

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated ‘self-starter’ to join our team as Development Operations Manager. This is a crucial role in income growth for the organisation, responsible for prospect research and structured pipeline management for our fundraisers; managing the Orchestra’s supporter database, Beacon, and the data it holds; gift processing and stewardship; and information management.    

If this role is for you, you will be a driven, highly organised and efficient individual and have a meticulous approach to data management, ensuring data quality and accuracy to help Manchester Camerata achieve its goals.

You don’t have to have a classical music background for this position. We just want someone who is passionate about the impact of music and how it can transform lives.  

We value diverse thought, backgrounds, and experiences to enrich our Team.

To apply and learn more about the role and the impact you can make, please download our Development Operations Manager recruitment pack via the link below.

Development Operations Manager recruitment pack >

If you have any questions or require adjustments during the application process, please contact Holly Passingham at HPassingham@manchestercamerata.com.

Deadline to apply 23:59 on the 5th of June 2026.



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