Digital Manager (Platforms) - GLA13656

Glasgow Life; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Digital Manager (Platforms) to enhance their digital marketing efforts. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team and manage large-scale digital platforms serving millions of users. You will be at the forefront of digital innovation, ensuring seamless operations while collaborating with various stakeholders. Enjoy a hybrid working model that balances office and home life, along with generous benefits including holiday allowances and pension schemes. If you are passionate about digital marketing and want to make a real impact, this position is for you.

Benefits

30 days holiday allowance

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Option to buy extra annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing complex digital platforms.
• Hands-on experience in digital marketing and project management.

Responsibilities

• Drive improvement of digital services across Glasgow Life.
• Manage a team of digital specialists and liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Digital Marketing

Project Management

Budget Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Professional experience in digital marketing

Job description

Job Description

Glasgow Life is looking for a Digital Manager (Platforms) to join us on a full time, permanent contract. In this role you will be joining our in-demand Marketing & Communications team and will be responsible for driving forward the evolution and improvement of digital services across Glasgow Life.

The role
As a Digital Manager (Platforms), you'll be an integral part of the digital marketing team, responsible for the smooth operation and continual improvement of our web platforms that serve over 3 million users and deliver millions of pounds of revenue each year. You'll report directly to Glasgow Life's Digital & Technical Lead and manage a team of digital specialists, whilst liaising directly with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.

The candidate
If you're interested in joining us as Digital Manager (Platforms) you'll need:
A proven track record of managing the delivery of large, complex digital platforms
Up to date knowledge and hands on experience of digital marketing
Experience of using project management techniques to successfully deliver technical projects on time and budget
A degree in a relevant subject or professional experience in a digital marketing role
Experience of budget setting and financial management

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 Albion Street office is in the heart of the Merchant City and has great links to public transport.

The standard hours for this role are Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm. In common with most roles in our Marketing & Communications team, there is a requirement to provide weekend cover on a rotational basis. This varies but currently averages at one half-day shift per month which can be undertaken from home.

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 25 May 2025. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 2 June 2025.

More about our Corporate Services
As a Digital Manager (Platforms) you will be joining Corporate Services. This includes Marketing and Communications, Business Support, Infrastructure and Finance. HR, Retail and Procurement and Development are also part of this. These teams undertake a wide range of roles to keep Glasgow Life operating smoothly as a first-rate charity. From creating compelling messages about the work we do to providing insights which help shape strategies. They also oversee the operation of over 100 venues across the city, account for millions of pounds, support our staff, and bring income into the charity through our shops.

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.

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. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer

Application Packs

The following alternative Application Packs can be requested in other format for example, Braille, Audio and other languages. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone [phone]. Packs will be posted out to you 2nd class within 3 working days of receiving your telephone request. Please note the closing date of the job advert if requesting this to ensure that you give yourself plenty of time to complete your application form and return to us.

Further Information

Please note that Glasgow Life, as an ALEO to Glasgow City Council, is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts, see

https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/jobevaluation for more information.

For further information about working for us please refer to our website https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/work-with-us