Communications Officer
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra £27,000-£32,000 dependant on experience Closing date 23 March 2026
The Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra (OPO), one of the UK’s leading orchestras, seeks a highly motivated Communications Officer (CO) to play a key role in the Orchestra’s marketing and philanthropy activities. The Orchestra performs regularly in Oxford and London and has an expanding touring programme overseas.
Job Profile:
The OPO Communications Officer will manage a varied workload providing support in print marketing, proposal writing and impact reporting to assist the work of the Marketing and Philanthropy teams. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and the Philanthropy Manager and working closely with the Marketing & Digital Coordinator, the CO will play a key role in storytelling for the Orchestra’s varied stakeholders: principally focused on the Board, audiences, donors and communities.
As the CO, working with the Philanthropy Manager, you will write persuasive content for fundraising, including bespoke proposals and impact reports for individuals and trusts and foundations. Working with the Marketing team, you will develop a suite of storytelling materials and content that may be used by the whole team. You will assist in the production of print materials such as season brochures and concert and festival programmes. In addition, you will provide support in preparing papers and minute-taking at Board and committee meetings. Through tailored communications, the CO will develop creative and effective engagement, deepening awareness and appreciation of the impact of OPO’s music, outreach programmes, growing audiences and donors. The CO will have a passionate belief in the work, vision and mission of OPO, and with a high degree of knowledge about music and the arts.
A full list of responsibilities can be found on the OPO website.
This is a permanent, full-time role. The position is based in the OPO’s London office, but occasional travel to Oxford may be required. Candidate must have the right to work in the UK.
Please submit a CV and covering letter, explaining your interest in the role and how your skills and experience meet the requirements, to fiachra@oxfordphil.com. Applications must be received by 5pm on Monday 23 March 2026. Exceptional candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date. If you do not receive a reply within 4 weeks of writing you should assume that your application has not been successful.
Job Profile:
The OPO Communications Officer will manage a varied workload providing support in print marketing, proposal writing and impact reporting to assist the work of the Marketing and Philanthropy teams. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and the Philanthropy Manager and working closely with the Marketing & Digital Coordinator, the CO will play a key role in storytelling for the Orchestra’s varied stakeholders: principally focused on the Board, audiences, donors and communities.
As the CO, working with the Philanthropy Manager, you will write persuasive content for fundraising, including bespoke proposals and impact reports for individuals and trusts and foundations. Working with the Marketing team, you will develop a suite of storytelling materials and content that may be used by the whole team. You will assist in the production of print materials such as season brochures and concert and festival programmes. In addition, you will provide support in preparing papers and minute-taking at Board and committee meetings. Through tailored communications, the CO will develop creative and effective engagement, deepening awareness and appreciation of the impact of OPO’s music, outreach programmes, growing audiences and donors. The CO will have a passionate belief in the work, vision and mission of OPO, and with a high degree of knowledge about music and the arts.
A full list of responsibilities can be found on the OPO website.
This is a permanent, full-time role. The position is based in the OPO’s London office, but occasional travel to Oxford may be required. Candidate must have the right to work in the UK.
Please submit a CV and covering letter, explaining your interest in the role and how your skills and experience meet the requirements, to fiachra@oxfordphil.com. Applications must be received by 5pm on Monday 23 March 2026. Exceptional candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date. If you do not receive a reply within 4 weeks of writing you should assume that your application has not been successful.