Association of British Orchestras

Project Manager: Concerts and Tours (Sabbatical Cover)

Birmingham Contemporary Music Group c£26,000, commensurate with experience (or FTE is part time is agreed) Closing date 14 August 2025
Birmingham Contemporary Music Group (BCMG) is seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic and organised Project Manager for our varied concerts and tours.

We are looking for a can-do person to organise all logistical elements of concerts and tours, source unusual instruments required by newly commissioned works, oversee all elements of our projects, be able to support our musicians or composers, and be ready to make concerts happen within the exciting and sometimes unfamiliar setup of a contemporary music ensemble.

This role would suit someone who is as happy in the office doing the concert planning as they are running a show from backstage, someone who can look at the whole season and work on the longer-term details, whilst also working on the intricate details of what to pay the musicians after the concert within our MU agreement.

You will need a keen eye for detail, knowledge of event management, understanding of classical music and the ability to manage multiple projects independently.

This role is a 9-month Fixed Term Contract covering a sabbatical. This contract will run from 30 September 2025 through until 30 June 2026. We are hoping for somebody who is able to start as close to 30 September as possible. Part time will be considered (with a pro-rata salary) for the right candidate. If this is something you would like to be considered for, please indicate that within your application.

We only accept completed application forms submitted by email to application@bcmg.org.uk. Please send your completed application form as a word document titled "Surname, First name, Project Manager Application" Please do not send us a separate CV or covering letter.

A full list of responsibilities and requirements can be found on the Job application pack on the BCMG website.

Contact details

george@bcmg.org.uk
+44 (0)121 616 2616
Birmingham Contemporary Music Group
CBSO Centre, Berkley Street, Birmingham B1 2LF

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