Association of British Orchestras

Music Department Administrator

English National Opera £28,206 Closing date 01 November 2026
Salary : £28,206 per annum

Location: London Coliseum & other locations as required

Hours: 35 hours per week

We're looking for a highly organised and proactive administrator to support the smooth running of ENO's Music Department. Working closely with the Director of Music Department and Music Director, you'll provide essential administrative support across a busy and fast-paced department comprising the Chorus, Orchestra, Music Staff, Library and Surtitles teams.

This is a pivotal role that sits at the heart of the department, requiring excellent communication and coordination skills to build strong relationships across the Music Department and the wider organisation. You'll play a key role in ensuring information, schedules and administrative processes are managed efficiently, enabling the department to deliver its artistic and operational objectives.

We're looking for someone who combines exceptional attention to detail with a collaborative and flexible approach. You'll be confident managing competing priorities, enjoy working with a wide range of people, and be motivated to continuously improve administrative processes to maximise the effectiveness of the Music Department.

Requirements:

•Educated to degree level or equivalent.
•Excellent interpersonal skills ability to act with diplomacy and discretion.
•Ability to work well under pressure and prioritise workload.
•Excellent organisational and administrative skills, and attention to detail.
•Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
•Problem solving skills and the ability to use initiative.
•Flexible approach to working.
•Full competence in Microsoft Office.
•A calm, professional manner with a good sense of humour

Contact details

workwithus@eno.org

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