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General Director
We are seeking an exceptional leader to join our dynamic team. You will work collaboratively alongside the Creative Director, leading Kantos’ visionary output. In 2026, Kantos celebrated 10 years of groundbreaking choral performance. This is an opportunity to guide Kantos into its next chapter of growth, impact and innovation.
Location: Hybrid working. Remote working with regular in-person attendance in Manchester and on tour locations.
Contract Type: 3-year fixed term contract with the view to extend based on performance and availability of funding (with 6 month probation period).
Hours: Flexible. Usually 5 days/week (37.5 hours) including Monday Staff Team Meeting (online), online remote working and in-person activity (including some weekends and evenings).
Salary: £45,000 pro rata. 4 days (FTE 0.8) or 5 days a week (to be discussed at interview). Plus employer pension contributions.
For all the details, please download the application pack below.
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to Ruth Evans, Chair of the Board of Kantos Chamber Choir, at ruth[@]ruthfevans.com by 10.00 on 9 October 2026.
Successful applicants will be invited to interview: First Round 14 or 15 October (Online)
Second Round 4 November (In Person, Manchester).
Our annual Christmas carol competition is back!
Submit your carol for the chance to hear it performed by Kantos at our Christmas concerts this year - and to win £500.
Deadline for submissions: Thursday 5 November, 17.00 GMT
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