Chief Executive

Creative Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national theatre is seeking a Chief Executive to lead its strategic direction and operations. The successful candidate will oversee artistic delivery, financial management, and team leadership while fostering a collaborative culture. This is an exciting opportunity at a pivotal moment for the theatre as it seeks to build financial resilience and develop new income streams. Ideal for someone with a strong track record in leadership and the cultural sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within the cultural sector.
• Strong understanding of artistic and operational management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction and operations of the theatre.
• Manage financial and commercial activities to ensure sustainability.
• Foster a collaborative and ambitious organizational culture.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Team management

Strategic planning

Fundraising

Job description

This senior leadership role offers the chance to lead a much-loved national theatre with real momentum, at this important and pivotal moment in their history.

Full time, permanent position. Salary £100,000

The Chief Executive leads Pitlochry Festival Theatre, working in partnership with the Board to guide the organisation’s strategy, culture and long-term success. The Chief Executive is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Theatre, ensuring we deliver our purpose, live our values and fulfil our ambition to be Scotland’s most impactful producing theatre.

The Chief Executive leads a skilled and committed team, providing clear direction, supporting people to do their best work and fostering a culture that is collaborative, caring and ambitious. The role oversees all aspects of the Theatre’s operations, including artistic delivery, financial management, commercial activity, fundraising, audience development, organisational development and the stewardship of our eleven-acre campus.

This is a pivotal moment for Pitlochry. With major capital works completed, strong audience demand, renewed artistic leadership and a clear strategic framework, the next Chief Executive will shape the Theatre’s next chapter. Priorities include strengthening financial resilience, developing new and existing income streams, building a sustainable operating model, deepening partnerships and ensuring our programme continues to inspire audiences at home and beyond.

The Chief Executive will champion our values, work closely with the Board, nurture our people and ensure that our artistic and organisational ambition is matched by accountability, care and clarity. They will represent Pitlochry with confidence and warmth, building relationships across the cultural sector, public bodies, partners, donors and our many communities.

The Chief Executive will join an organisation with purpose, potential and a strong sense of place—and will play a defining part in shaping its future.

Please see our website for further information on the role.

To apply for the role of Chief Executive at Pitlochry Festival Theatre, please submit your CV, highlighting relevant experience, and a supporting statement (up to two pages) outlining why you are interested in the role, and how your experience aligns with the requirements, and what you would bring to the theatre.

Your Application should be sent to [e-mail].

The deadline is Friday 16 January 2026 at 17:00.