Closing date: 12/02/2025

We are currently recruiting for a Section Leader Clarinet to join our dynamic and vibrant orchestra!

This is a rare opportunity to secure a key role within Northern Ireland’s only professional symphony orchestras. We have continuously attracted some of the best musicians the industry has to offer, affording us the ability to create an inspiring year-round programme of symphonic events, chamber music, broadcast concerts for BBC Radio 3 and BBC Radio Ulster, and a Pops programme performed in Northern Ireland and further afield.   

The successful candidate must have exceptional professional orchestral experience and solo ability, with a commitment to always delivering the highest standard of work. In addition, they will also be an inspiring leader in both musical and non-musical aspects, with strong communication skills and the ability to actively develop and support relationships within the section and the wider orchestral society.  

In addition to orchestral work, there are many exciting opportunities to be involved in and lead a diverse range of non-platform activities. 

Further information on the job requirements, application and selection process can be found in the recruitment pack, along with benefits of working for the Orchestra. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 12th February 2025, and no applications after this date will be accepted. Applications must be made via the Musical Chairs website at the link below.   

Recruitment Pack

Musical Chairs
 
The Ulster Orchestra strives to be fully representative of all demographical aspects of society and to offer a truly inclusive working environment.  We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Within this context we particularly encourage applications from people with disabilities, LGBTQI+, Black, Asian and other global majority backgrounds, and those from backgrounds of social and economic deprivation. 

The appointment will be made on merit with openness and transparency of process. 

Please note, this position was originally advertised in June 2023, however the position was not filled. As this is a readvertisement we are using an amended process which will employ a pre-audition shortlisting stage, as detailed in the recruitment pack.