Association of British Orchestras

Head of Member Engagement

Independent Society of Musicians (ISM) circa £45k (DOE) Closing date 03 April 2023
The award-winning ISM is the dynamic, change making professional body for musicians. With a current membership of over 11,000, the ISM is known for its campaigning and policy work as well as services ranging from legal advice and advocacy to counselling and professional development.

The ISM is now looking for a talented team player to manage all aspects of the membership function. To be considered for this role, you will have a range of skills from a deep understanding of membership and systems to high levels of emotional intelligence and the ability to talk and engage with people from across the music sector.

You will be both strategic and operational and be able to both motivate your team and build a thriving community of ISM members. You will be able to demonstrate significant effectiveness in your career to date and have at least 5 years’ experience working in a membership type body. You will be proactive, have a keen attention to detail, be able to deliver against deadlines and enjoy building relationships.

You will be joining a professional staff team who are based in Bayswater, London. At the present time we are working to a hybrid model, working at least three days a week in the office.

Closing date is Monday 3 April at 9.30.
Interviews will take place as and when applications are received.

Contact details

membership@ism.org
4-5 Inverness Mews, W2 3JQ

Annual Conference

The next ABO conference will take place in Gateshead,
hosted by The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, from 5-7 February 2025.