Head of Finance and Business Management

For almost 60 years, the Ulster Orchestra has been at the forefront of arts and culture in Northern Ireland, with a mission to enrich people’s lives through excellence in performance, learning and community engagement, and creative collaborations.

We are currently recruiting for the position of Head of Finance and Business Management to join our Senior Management Team. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be responsible for the business and financial operations of the Ulster Orchestra including financial strategy and well-being, fundraising, and day-to-day operations.

You will bring strong business acumen with a demonstrable background in financial management and corporate governance and excellent people-management skills. You will be committed to upholding and instilling our Core Values, contributing to a culture of collaboration, inclusion, innovation and shared purpose.

This role offers you a stimulating and rewarding career within a dynamic and creative working environment, along with a competitive remuneration package.

Full details along with guidance on how to apply can be found on our website. The closing date is Sunday 20th July 2025, and applications received after this date cannot be considered.

NB. if you require any reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage of the recruitment process, please feel encouraged to contact our People & Culture Leader, lisa@ulsterorchestra.com.

The UO is committed to building an organisation that is truly diverse and inclusive.  We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Within this context we particularly encourage applications from people with disabilities, LGBTQ+, Black, Asian and other global majority backgrounds, and those from backgrounds of social and economic deprivation.