Director of Sport

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days leave

Pension

Discount packages

Flexible working

Health & wellbeing

Job summary

The University of Glasgow invites applications for a Director of Sport to lead UofG Sport and develop a long-term vision for sport and active wellbeing across the campus and community. Reporting to the Executive Director of Student and Academic Services, you will shape strategy, secure resources, and build high-performing, values-led teams.

Working with Glasgow University Sports Association and external partners, you will expand access, participation and performance pathways while enhancing the

Qualifications

• Senior leader with significant experience in sport, active wellbeing, higher education or related sector.
• Proven track record of developing strategic vision and leading organisational change.
• Ability to cultivate partnerships and influence stakeholders across levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for UofG Sport and deliver the long-term vision.
• Develop strategic partnerships with sporting bodies, local authorities, community groups and sponsors.
• Act as senior representative for UofG Sport and enhance external profile and resources.
• Lead high-performing, values-led teams and drive impactful student outcomes.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Partnership development

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

The University of Glasgow is seeking an outstanding strategic leader to join Student & Academic Services as their Director of Sport. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape the sport and physical activity offering at our institution, enhancing the overall student experience.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Student and Academic Services, you will provide leadership and direction for UofG Sport, developing and delivering a long-term vision that supports the University's ambitions for student experience, community engagement and active wellbeing. Working closely with the Glasgow University Sports Association (GUSA), you will lead the development of strategic partnerships with sporting organisations, governing bodies, local authorities, community groups and commercial partners, securing opportunities and resources that strengthen the University's sport provision. Acting as the senior representative for UofG Sport, you will build UofG's profile and influence across the wider sporting sector, securing opportunities and resources that expand access, participation, performance pathways, and student outcomes.

We are looking for an accomplished senior leader with significant experience within sport, active wellbeing, leisure, higher education or a related sector. You will have a proven track record of developing strategic vision, leading organisational change and building high-performing, values-led teams. Equally important will be your ability to cultivate strong partnerships, influence stakeholders at all levels and identify opportunities for sustainable growth and impact.

Join us and play a leading role in creating an active, inclusive and thriving university community.

This post is full time (35 hours per week) and open ended (permanent). Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.

Closing date: 23:45 on Thursday 3rd December 2026

The University of Glasgow has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. If you require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK, you will be required to meet the eligibility requirements of the visa route to be assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship.

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1. A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.
2. An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension, benefits and discount packages.
3. A flexible approach to working.
4. A commitment to support your health and wellbeing.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community here.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/benefits-salary-and-flexible-working for more information.

£61,165 to £68,817 per annum (Grade 9)