Operations Manager

Creative Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Scottish arts organization seeks an experienced Operations Manager in Glasgow to oversee operations and ensure compliance with funding requirements. This part-time role (3 days/week) involves managing financial oversight, governance, and HR tasks while contributing to fundraising efforts. Strong financial and organizational skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently. Benefits include a pension contribution and annual leave. The role suits someone passionate about supporting creative initiatives in a small organization.

Benefits

5% employer pension contribution

14 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management and governance, key for the role.
• Ability to handle HR responsibilities efficiently.
• Strong systems in place to support fundraising and strategic development.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations and administrative tasks efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with governance and statutory requirements.
• Oversee financial management including budgets and reports.
• Handle HR administration, including contracts and records.
• Support fundraising and contribute to strategic development.

Skills

Strong financial skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Management of multiple priorities

Job description

Soundplay Projects SCIO are looking for a skilled and experienced Operations Manager

Location & Compensation

• Location: Glasgow
• Contract: Part‑time (3 days per week), 1‑year fixed‑term (3‑month probationary period)
• Salary: £35,000 pro rata
• Benefits: 5% employer pension contribution; 14 days annual leave

About Soundplay Projects SCIO

Soundplay Projects SCIO creates inclusive workshops, sessions and events with and for disabled and non‑disabled people. Using technology, we combine music, sound, light and sensory materials to create accessible spaces for collaborative music‑making.

More information: www.soundplayprojects.com

The Role

We are seeking an organised and experienced Operations Manager to oversee the day‑to‑day running of the organisation. Working closely with the Creative Directors and Board of Trustees, the role is central to ensuring Soundplay Projects operates smoothly, sustainably and in line with statutory and funding requirements.

The Operations Manager will lead on financial management, governance, HR and administration, and will contribute to fundraising and organisational development. This role suits someone who enjoys working in a small organisation and supporting creative work through strong systems and processes.

The role is 3 days per week (Wed‑Fri) at our Glasgow office.

Key Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day operations, administration and organisational systems
• Governance and compliance, including policies, board reporting and statutory returns
• Financial management, including budgets, bookkeeping and reporting
• HR administration, including contracts and PVG record keeping
• Evaluation, monitoring and end‑of‑project reporting
• Supporting fundraising, income generation and strategic development

Person Specification

• Strong financial and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Desirable

• Experience working in the arts, cultural or third sector
• Experience working with disabled artists or participants

More details in Job Pack here: http://bit.ly/3Z5IJcC

How to Apply

Please send CV and covering letter (addressing the job spec) to [e-mail]. Please include 2 referees, and ensure your CV includes an email address, phone number and location. Alternatively, applicants can send a link to a max 10‑minute video that outlines the above information.

Additional Information

Deadline: Friday 6 February, 5 pm

Interviews: Friday 20 February (afternoon), Glasgow – travel costs covered

All applicants notified by: 27 February

TAGGED: Digital Technology and Games / Music / Young People (aged 0 to 25) / Participatory Practice