Senior Planning Manager

Senior Planning Manager

Full-Time 40000 - 50000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Association of British Orchestras

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive planning for performances and projects, managing schedules and budgets.
  • Company: Join the prestigious Academy of St Martin in the Fields orchestra.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, creative environment, and opportunities for growth.
  • Other info: Collaborative team atmosphere with a focus on innovation and excellence.
  • Why this job: Be part of a transformative project that impacts music worldwide.
  • Qualifications: Experience in project management and strong organisational skills.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.

Role overview

As the Academy of St Martin in the Fields (ASMF) concludes one of its most successful, complex and fulfilling seasons, we are looking to recruit a new team member to help the orchestra as we enter a period of growth and expansion; driven by our ambition for our work, both at home and around the world, and the potential for a major transformational project to further grow and evolve the work of the orchestra.

Key responsibilities

  • Support and drive‑forwards the planning of performances and projects, including costings, contracts, negotiations, stage plans and technical riders/requirements.
  • Manage and co‑ordinate advance schedule planning, including rehearsals for UK and non‑UK projects.
  • Proactively generate and deliver UK performance, partnership and commercial opportunities.
  • Take responsibility for the delivery of UK performances and projects (including those attached to international tours).
  • Issue the monthly advance schedule (shared responsibility with Head of International Touring).
  • Manage commercial recording projects and enquiries.
  • Manage the day‑to‑day St Martin‑in‑the‑Fields relationship.
  • Undertake budget setting, financial management and reconciliation for relevant projects.
  • Support musicians and colleagues on the delivery of Marriner Projects, Fellowships, and other initiatives.
  • Line‑manage the Performance & Projects Assistant.
  • Other responsibilities
  • Provide support to colleagues as required.
  • Liaise with members of the Academy management team to ensure coordination between performance & tour management, social purpose, development, marketing and PR initiatives as appropriate.
  • Other duties as assigned.

NB: this job description is intended to provide an overview of the new role and expected areas of responsibility.

It is not a ‘task‑by‑task’ job description and may evolve and change as the requirements of the Orchestra develop.

  • Contact details timdavy@asmf. org 54 Dean Street London W1D 6AF
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Senior Planning Manager employer: Association of British Orchestras

The Hallé is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration within the arts sector. As part of the Connect team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community through music education, while benefiting from professional development and growth opportunities in a supportive environment located in the heart of Greater Manchester.

Association of British Orchestras

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