Work with us

The National Youth Orchestra is an exciting place to play your part and develop your career. We’re a growing charity where every member of the team shares their skills and expertise to make an impact. 

Our culture and values

At The National Youth Orchestra, you’ll work as part of a supportive, friendly and adventurous staff team. Learning and personal growth are intrinsic to every role.

We also work with a wider team of music tutors, conductors, composers and professional musicians. There’s an expert youth support team, and even an osteopath to make sure that our young musician’s bodies stay well-tuned.

NYO is an Equal Opportunities employer. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our work, and this extends to our recruitment practices.

Benefits of working at NYO

Our spacious and light offices near Holborn in central London are a hive of activity, a space for collaboration and ideas. Hybrid working is standard for most roles, with a flexible and supportive culture. Most staff spend time enjoying and supporting NYO projects, concerts and events, sharing music with young people across the UK.

NYO offers a season ticket loan scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, health cash plan, retail and entertainment discounts and a 24/7 counselling and support helpline.

Current vacancies

Current vacancies are listed below. Please check back regularly if there are no vacancies listed that suit your skills and experience. We also advertise vacancies through our social channels and on various online job sites.

Individual Giving Manager

Full-time, permanent contract.

Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

The National Youth Orchestra is the UK’s leading organisation championing orchestral music as a powerful agent for teenage development. Too many teenagers miss out on the opportunities to play and share music together—and the resulting boost in confidence and life skills development—simply because of where they live or their family’s financial situation. With our Orchestra and free projects and activities across the UK, we are a welcoming community where every teenager can play their part in shaping their world through extraordinary music.

We are searching for a dedicated Individual Giving Manager to join our dynamic team at a time of significant growth and ambition. Line managing two Individual Giving Coordinators, this pivotal role will manage donor acquisition and stewardship campaigns as part of a successful and established programme, alongside helping to diversify income streams.

The ideal candidate will be confident in the theory and practice of direct marketing, with experience of managing Individual Giving campaigns. You will be highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. You will be confident in developing excellent donor experiences, whether through written communications or in-person interactions. Excellent relationship-building skills and a passion for championing teenagers and young people are essential.

Download the application pack to learn more. To apply, please complete the online application form. If you have questions about the role, feel free to reach out to us at recruitment@nyo.org.uk.

Deadline for applications: 10am on Wednesday 8 May 2024.