Commonwealth Games Event Coordinator

Scottish Event Campus (SEC); Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event management organization based in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Event Coordinator to join the team for the Commonwealth Games. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in event coordination, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple relationships effectively. Responsibilities include supporting event planning and delivery, collaborating with different departments, and ensuring a positive experience for all stakeholders. This role offers a fixed-term contract until September 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working in a similar role & environment.
• Ability to demonstrate positive organisational and time management skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong relationship building skills with multiple teams and agencies.
• Team player with a positive and friendly attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the SEC Commonwealth Games Event Manager in event planning.
• Provide administrative support across all areas of planning.
• Lead and manage site visit facilitation.
• Collaborate with SEC departments for effective delivery.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Relationship building

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Commonwealth Games: Event Coordinator

Reports to: Commonwealth Games: Team Manager

Team: Commonwealth Games

Contract: Fixed Term Contract until September 2026

Closing Date: 13th November 2025

Commonwealth Games: Event Coordinator

In under 300 days, Glasgow will transform into a global hub for sport and culture, welcoming 3,000 athletes from 74 nations, across 11 days of unforgettable action, fuelled by the citys unstoppable energy and passion.

Six of the ten sports and the Opening Ceremony are being hosted at the Scottish Event Campus (SEC). As such, it is expected that the SEC will be a high-profile epicentre of the Games and will likely be the broadcast backdrop to global audiences of over 1 billion.

The SEC are expanding their team, and were looking for a motivated Event Coordinator who will work as an integral part of the SEC Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games team in the planning and delivery of the Games. The teams key function is to coordinate the delivery commitments for the Games, whilst maximising the benefits and legacy of the event being hosted on campus.

Responsibilities

• To support the SEC Commonwealth Games Event Manager, Assistant Event Manager and full lead team in all aspects of the event planning, delivery and venue operations to ensure smooth and efficient execution.
• Provide the SEC Commonwealth Games lead team administrative support across all areas of planning & delivery for the event.
• To lead and manage the facilitation of site visits that support Games wide stakeholders.
• Collaborate across SEC departments and stakeholders to promote effective planning, delivery, and positive issue resolution.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working in a similar role & environment.
• Ability to demonstrate positive organisational and time management skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong relationship building skills with multiple teams and agencies.
• Team player with a positive and friendly attitude.

Working within the Commonwealth Games team, this role balances excellent customer experience, strong working relationships, excellent communication, and the gift to deliver with passion.

If this sounds like a role suitable for you, please send your CV and covering letter, outlining your skills and experience.