Head of Arts and Music - GLA13580

Glasgow Life; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player dedicated to enhancing the lives of Glasgow's residents is seeking a Head of Arts and Music. This pivotal role involves leading a dynamic team to implement Glasgow's Culture Strategy 2024-2030. The successful candidate will drive the strategic and operational delivery of arts and music services, ensuring inclusivity and innovation in programming. If you possess a strong background in arts management and a passion for cultural engagement, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and creativity.

Benefits

30 days holiday allowance

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted Glasgow Club membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Option to buy extra annual leave

Qualifications

• Degree level education or equivalent experience in relevant fields.
• Proven track record in strategic leadership within arts or cultural sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team to drive arts and music services.
• Shape and deliver inclusive cultural programmes across Glasgow.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Financial Management

Cultural Policy

Arts Management

Community Engagement

Education

Degree in Cultural Policy

Experience in Creative Industries Leadership

Job description

Job Description

Glasgow Life is looking for a Head of Arts and Music to join us on a full time permanent contract. The Head of Arts and Music is a senior leadership role within Glasgow Life, responsible for driving the strategic and operational delivery of arts and music services across the city. Acting as the lead officer for the implementation of Glasgow's Culture Strategy 2024-2030, the postholder will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering programmes that are inclusive, innovative, and impactful.

More about our Arts and Music teams
As a Head of Art and Music you'll be joining our Glasgow Life Arts & Music team. We provide people with valuable and meaningful experiences through arts and music. Our high-quality services, world-class events and festivals benefit the people of Glasgow. We help people experience the benefits of taking part in cultural programmes and events. These contribute to Glasgow's visitor economy. We make sure everyone gets the most out of Glasgow Life and use culture to promote inclusion and happiness. Read more on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/arts-music-and-cultural-venues

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.

The role
As a Head of Art and Music, you'll lead a multi-disciplinary team, contribute to organisation-wide planning and change programmes, and ensure culture continues to enhance the wellbeing and vibrancy of Glasgow's communities and economy.

The candidate
If you're interested in joining us, you'll need:
Education to degree level (or with equivalent senior-level experience) in a relevant field such as cultural policy, arts management, or creative industries leadership.
A proven track record of strategic leadership in a senior role, with the ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams, shape organisational direction, and deliver results within a complex arts, culture, or music environment.
A sound understanding of the challenges and opportunities in delivering arts and music services in a public and third sector context.
Strong financial and budget management skills with an in-depth knowledge of the arts and cultural funding landscape and a proven ability to secure, manage, and grow income from diverse sources.
Experience of designing or delivering inclusive cultural programmes in partnership with diverse communities and communities of interest.

You can read the full person specification for this role within the Candidate Brochure 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.

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 1 June and first stage interviews are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 9 June.

Declaration of Interest applies.

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