Head of Arts and Music

Creative Scotland; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 79,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Head of Arts and Music to lead transformative cultural initiatives in Glasgow. This senior leadership role involves driving strategic programmes that promote inclusion and community engagement. You will manage a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality cultural experiences that enhance the vibrancy of Glasgow’s communities. With a commitment to diversity and well-being, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the arts sector. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to fostering cultural growth and community well-being.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounts on Glasgow Club

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in arts management or equivalent senior experience.
• Strong financial skills and understanding of public funding.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic and operational delivery of arts and music.
• Shape inclusive cultural programmes for diverse communities.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Arts Management

Cultural Policy

Financial Management

Community Engagement

Education

Degree-level education in cultural policy

Equivalent senior experience

Job description

Lead arts and music for Glasgow Life, delivering inclusive, strategic cultural programmes as part of Glasgow’s Culture Strategy 2024–2030.

£79,347.68 - £91,983.64
Location: Albion St, G1 1LH
Ref: GLA13580

Glasgow Life is recruiting a Head of Arts and Music on a full-time, permanent contract. This is a senior leadership role driving the strategic and operational delivery of arts and music across the city. As lead officer for Glasgow’s Culture Strategy 2024–2030, you’ll help shape programmes that are inclusive, innovative and impactful. You’ll lead a multidisciplinary team and contribute to organisation-wide planning and transformation, helping ensure that culture continues to enhance the wellbeing and vibrancy of Glasgow’s communities and economy.

Glasgow Life’s Arts & Music teams deliver meaningful, high-quality cultural experiences. From major festivals and venue programming to community-led initiatives, we promote inclusion, support wellbeing, and strengthen the visitor economy.

About you
You’ll have:
• Degree-level education or equivalent senior experience in cultural policy, arts management or creative leadership
• Proven strategic leadership and experience managing large teams in arts, culture or music
• Strong financial skills and understanding of public/third sector funding
• Experience creating inclusive cultural programmes with and for diverse communities
See the full person specification in the Candidate Brochure under 'Job Attachments’ in MyJobScotland.

• Closing date: 1 June
• Interviews: Week commencing 9 June
• Declaration of Interest applies
• Hybrid working available
We believe in the transformative power of culture. If you’d like to lead change and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits at Glasgow Life
• 30 days holiday + 6.5 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounts on Glasgow Club, shops and online store
• Cycle-to-work scheme and more

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life
We're determined to reflect Glasgow’s extraordinary diversity in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to build 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 welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Learn more: https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer

The deadline is Sunday 01 June 2025 at 23:59.

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Music / Traditional Arts / Visual Arts