Leader Orchestra; Concertmaster

Welsh Language Commitment

This advert and the full job description are available in both English and Cymraeg. Applicants are welcome to submit applications and participate in interviews in either language.

We are seeking an exceptional Leader of the Orchestra to lead the orchestra for opera of all scales, concert and staged performances and rehearsals of Welsh National Opera Orchestra. To provide artistic leadership to the Company and represent the Orchestra and Principals’ group. To participate in WNO’s Participation and Engagement programmes. Serving as a member of Artistic Administration, providing leadership and expertise when it comes to artistic vision, programming, orchestral fixing.

Musically prepare for all sessions of WNO orchestra activity.

• Exceptional and demonstrable orchestral leadership skills
• Very high standard of technical instrumental skill, musicality and performance
• Significant experience of leading professional opera/ballet/symphony orchestras
• Strong collaborative skills and ability to influence
• National and international renown
• Motivated, committed and flexible in approach
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good interpersonal skills

We recognise that talented people sometimes hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. Research shows this is particularly true for women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, disabled and neurodivergent people, and those from working‑class backgrounds. If this feels like your ideal role, even if your experience does not align perfectly with every criterion, we encourage you to apply anyway. Your perspective and experience could be exactly what we need to help build the opera company of the future.

WNO is committed to an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, please email  We are committed to supporting you at every stage of the process.