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We are seeking an exceptional violinist to lead and inspire this world-renowned Orchestra. The ideal candidate will have extensive professional orchestral experience, outstanding leadership abilities combined with the highest level of technical and musical excellence and a collaborative spirit. The Orchestra employs two Leaders and the work allocation is expected to be in the region of 50%.
Job Responsibility:
To lead, motivate and inspire the 1st violin section and the orchestra as a whole
To direct the orchestra or sections in rehearsal and in performance as required
To build and support positive working relationships and support professionally & work collaboratively with all members of the orchestra, management team, freelance players, artists and conductors engaged by the orchestra
To have excellent solo and orchestral playing abilities and responsible for maintaining the highest musical standards required by the BBC Symphony Orchestra
To share responsibility with the management team to model and support BBC policies & values including effective people management, development, diversity, inclusion and belonging
Requirements:
Excellent professional orchestral and solo violin playing abilities
Knowledge of and commitment to the range of repertoire of the BBC Symphony Orchestra
Ability to work collaboratively to inspire and lead performances that meet the highest musical standards, by providing artistic direction and by motivating members of the Orchestra
Effective people and performance management skills, including the ability to give constructive feedback, deal with sensitive issues and to make important decisions
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and develop harmonious working relationships with a diverse range of people
Ability to plan ahead in order to prepare parts, organise allocations and to make the best use of the resources available with awareness of health and safety issues
What we offer:
Fair pay and flexible benefits including a competitive salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym
Excellent career and professional development
Support in your working life, including flexible working
A values-based organisation where the way we do things is important as what we do