Chief Executive

Established in 2019, The Benedetti Foundation is a transformative music education charity dedicated to enabling access to music participation and appreciation for all. Led by international violinist Nicola Benedetti CBE and bringing together a tutor team of exceptional educators and performers from across the globe, the charity and its trustees deliver inspirational experiences through mass music events and demonstrate what music education at its best can look and feel like.

Since its launch, through in-person and virtual programmes, The Benedetti Foundation has worked with almost 90,000 participants of all ages from 137 countries, instrumentalists, hundreds of schools, produced nearly 1,100 pre-recorded and live lessons and received over 6.6 million video content views. With a successful Ambassador Programme and ongoing online activities, the Foundation unites those who believe music is integral to life’s education.

Following five years of exponential growth, The Benedetti Foundation is seeking an ambitious and entrepreneurial Chief Executive with a passionate commitment to music education and an excellent track record in arts or charity leadership to realise its expanding vision and guide the charity through its next phase of development. A highly effective ambassador and advocate, the new Chief Executive will bring demonstrable expertise in partnership building and extend the Foundation’s reach across schools, communities and cultural partners locally, nationally and internationally. Capable of balancing growth and business transformation with a deep commitment to quality, the Chief Executive will provide inspirational leadership to the core team and extended freelance tutor group, overseeing all aspects of strategic planning, financial management, and charitable governance. A knowledge of the music education funding landscapes across the UK would be advantageous.

For further information about the role and how to apply, please download an information pack from our website. The deadline for applications is Wednesday 20 November at 5pm.

The Benedetti Foundation is an Equal Opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive working environment that reflects and celebrates our workforce, and the communities and individuals we seek to engage with.