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Location: Emirates Arena, 1000 London Road, Glasgow, G40 3HG

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Glasgow Life is looking for a Project & Service Development Officer to join us on a 35 full time, permanent contract. As Project & Service Development Officer you will be joining our in-demand Glasgow Sport service, focusing on project management of service development initiatives and growing our partnerships across a range of sports and with strategic partners.

More about our Sport teams

As a Project & Service Development Officer you’ll be joining our Glasgow Life Sport team, playing your part in encouraging people to live an active Glasgow life. Through sport and physical activity, we promote inclusion and wellbeing throughout the city. From Glasgow Club to our Learn to Swim programmes, the services we provide allow people to experience the life-changing benefits of participating in sports at all levels. Read more on our website.

About Glasgow Life

Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We stage world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music.

The role

As Project & Service Development Officer, you will be an integral part of the team by leading on the project management of service development initiatives and partnerships. You will lead and oversee the coordination of Glasgow Sport's capital and infrastructure investment programme and play a pivotal role in managing the governance structure necessary to deliver Glasgow Sport's vision for service development and reinvestment, aiming to enhance income generation while supporting social agendas, including addressing health inequalities. Reporting to our Commercial and Service Development Manager and collaborating with an established team.

The candidate

If you’re interested in joining us as a Project & Service Development Officer you’ll need:

• Relevant project management qualification or experience in project management, preferably within the Leisure industry.

• The experience to drive and expand the commercial focus of Glasgow Sport, identifying and prioritising opportunities for new income streams.

• Experience of planning complex projects taking account of multiple funding sources and stakeholders and effectively reporting progress, risks and issues.

• Experience of contract tendering and procurement experience.

• Effective planning, coordination, problem solving and organisational skills.

You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘Job Attachments’ section.

We offer hybrid working for some roles, with teams working between the office and home. Your line manager will agree these days with you, if suitable. This balance enables you to continue much-needed collaborative working.

Our office bases at Commonwealth House in Glasgow City Centre and Emirates Arena in the east end of Glasgow both offer great links to public transport and Emirates Arena provides free parking.

This role is working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with the requirement to work at times in evenings and weekends to meet our charity’s needs.

We believe in the transformational power of the programmes and events we provide for the people and visitors of Glasgow. If you would like to be a part of what we do, we’d love to hear from you.

Important Dates: Closing date 27 April 2025 and interviews are provisionally scheduled for 9 May 2025

Benefits at Glasgow Life

• 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). After 5 years completed service, the entitlement will increase to 35 days from the next annual leave year
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
• Option to buy extra annual leave
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• And much more!

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life

We're determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We're a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website.

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