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Governance and Compliance Manager
National Galleries of Scotland
Full-Time and Permanent Salary £46,218 - £51,725 per annum Plus generous benefits package Hybrid / flexible working About the role Are you an experienced governance or compliance professional ready to make a real impact? Do you bring expertise in managing governance, compliance, or policy within a complex organisation? Are you passionate about good governance and continuous improvement? If so, we’d love to hear from you. In this pivotal role within our governance structure, you will lead and develop our corporate governance framework, ensuring we meet all legal, regulatory, and best practice requirements. You’ll have a particular focus on areas such as equalities, Gaelic Language Planning, complaints, and broader organisational compliance. You’ll bring proven experience in developing and implementing policies, advising senior leaders, and managing statutory responsibilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to build effective relationships, offer clear and practical guidance, and work independently. Experience supporting boards or committees, coupled with excellent organisational skills and a sharp attention to detail, will be key to your success. You will enjoy the variety of advising at a strategic level whilst having the satisfaction of delivering tangible, hands-on results. Working closely with senior leadership and the Board of Trustees, you will provide expert guidance, assurance, and leadership on all matters of compliance. You’ll play a central part in promoting a culture of openness, transparency, and excellence throughout the organisation. The difference you’ll make Reporting directly to the Head of the Director General Office, your main duties will include but are not limited to: -Leading the development, delivery, and enforcement of corporate governance framework including policies, plans, and processes to ensure compliance with legislation and good practice, working closely with relevant departments. -Acting as the Data Protection Officer (DPO), advising colleagues, and data processors on data protection obligations, monitoring compliance, and handling data subject requests. -Undertaking the role of Freedom of Information Officer. You will ensure FOI requests are managed in line with legislation, maintaining the publication scheme, and reporting performance information. -Monitoring changes to legislation, government guidelines, and ethical standards and embedding these into our frameworks. -Raising awareness and delivering training on data protection, information governance, and compliance across the organisation. -Providing expert advice and support to colleagues on governance, compliance, and policy development. -Deputising for the Head of Director General Office as required ensuring continuity by attending meetings and making decisions within delegated authority. -Occasionally supporting the Board of Trustees by arranging meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes while ensuring the highest standards of governance are maintained. -Building and maintaining strong professional relationships across the organisation and with external partners, supporting a culture of collaboration and trust. -Providing strategic support to the Leadership Team, including preparing briefing notes and conducting research as needed. -Represent National Galleries Scotland on external stakeholder groups and forums as required. Acting as the primary liaison with the Scottish Public Services Ombudsman. Who we are looking for To succeed in this role, you’ll bring a strong blend of technical knowledge, practical experience, and interpersonal skills. You should have: -A relevant qualification in corporate governance, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). -Proven experience in a governance, compliance, or policy management role within a complex organisation is essential. -A strong understanding of key legislation and standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act, and equalities legislation are essential. -Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail essential. -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships at all levels and present with clarity and confidence. -Experience of arranging meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes is preferred. -Demonstrable ability to offer clear, practical advice and guidance on complex governance and compliance issues is essential. -Excellent IT skills, with the ability to develop and use IT tools for compliance and information management is essential. It would also be great if you have: - Experience acting as a Data Protection Officer and/or Freedom of Information Officer is desirable but not essential. Please apply directly via our careers portal. Applications via email will not be accepted. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday, 28 August 2026.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 28 August 2026
Private Studio Available | Leith
Coven Studios
Coven is a creative co-working space located in the heart of Leith. We currently have a private studio available. Our memberships include 24/7 access, breakout areas, fast wifi and coffee machines. Find out more on our website www.covenstudios.uk. Email hello@covenstudios.uk to arrange a viewing.
Location: Leith
Deadline: 31 August 2026
Sea Change Project Officer
Culture for Climate Scotland
This role will work closely with the Embedded Artist in Buckie to plan and deliver arts-climate events in the town.
Location: Buckie, Moray
Deadline: 31 August 2026
Technical Crew Member (Guaranteed Hours)
Edinburgh University Students' Association
Edinburgh University Students' Association is looking to recruit 2 Technical Crew Members to join our Business Development team. We are looking for Technical Crew to help run events such as live music, theatre performances, arts festivals, and conferences throughout venues placed around Edinburgh. Candidates will receive training on sound, lighting, rigging, and other event related activities. Ideal candidates should have a passion for the arts, and for delivering live events. Salary: £13.45 per hour (increasing to £13.95 after probation), plus a generous benefits package. Hours: 12 hours per week (term-time) Contract: Guaranteed Hours - Term-Time (zero-hours outside term-time) The Role: Technical Crew Members will be scheduled to work events and take an operational role during such events. This will involve setting up, operating, and de-rigging / storing technical equipment. Additional roles include the rigging and de-rigging of venue equipment, and assistance in maintenance, and venue cleaning. Technical Crew Members will also be responsible for reporting any faults found and reporting them to the Technical Management team at the end of each event via current systems. As a member of the technical crew, you will be expected to carry out all and any reasonable jobs allocated by the relevant Duty Manager / Entertainments or Production Management teams. The Person: An enthusiastic, friendly and competent individual who has high expectations of themselves and others, with a passion for excellent service and the ability to successfully maintain and deliver that service at a consistently high standard.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 2 September 2026
Senior Project Manager
National Galleries of Scotland
(This role may suit individuals working at Project Director level) Full-time and Fixed Term (3 years) Salary £61,688 - £71,542 per annum Plus generous benefits package Hybrid / flexible working About the role We have a rare opportunity to join the team delivering The Art Works, one of the National Galleries of Scotland’s most significant capital projects and a major investment in the future of Scotland’s national art collection. We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager who can operate confidently at both strategic and operational levels. You will bring strong project, financial and commercial acumen, with the judgement to manage risk, resolve issues, drive change and maintain focus on programme, cost, quality and outcomes. Located in North Edinburgh as part of the wider Granton Waterfront development, The Art Works will create a new, free-to-visit experience and purpose-built home for more than 130,000 works of art, transforming how the national collection is cared for, researched, shared and accessed. Designed to Passivhaus principles, the project will also deliver important environmental, social and economic benefits for North Edinburgh and beyond. Having reached the end of RIBA Stage 4, the project is entering a critical phase, with enabling works planned to start before the end of 2026 and the main contractor due to be appointed for RIBA Stage 5 and the commencement of construction. As Senior Project Manager, you will lead the day-to-day delivery of The Art Works through on-site enabling works, construction, handover, fit-out, move-in and readiness for occupation. You will provide strong client-side leadership across this complex and high-profile programme. Leading and coordinating multidisciplinary internal and external teams, you will work with professional advisers, the design team, contractors and colleagues across the organisation to ensure the project is delivered safely, successfully and in line with its objectives. You must have a strong understanding of governance, value for money and compliance public-sector requirements. You will be confident providing direction through matrix management, bringing together different areas of expertise and overseeing external consultants and contractors. An engaging and credible Senior Project Manager you will build trust and strong relationships across the organisation and with a diverse range of stakeholders. You will communicate with clarity and confidence, providing concise advice and recommendations to senior leaders and Board members, and bringing people together to achieve shared outcomes. This is an opportunity to play a leading role in delivering a project that will have a lasting impact on how Scotland’s national art collection is cared for and shared. The difference you’ll make Reporting to the Director - Major Capital Programme your responsibilities will include but not be limited to: -Providing leadership of multi-disciplinary internal and external teams. -Leading on first stage resolution of any issues and/or conflicting priorities. You will initiate and progress formal change control as and when appropriate, ensure timely resolution and successful outcomes in line with the brief, programme and budget. -Intervening and providing direction to mitigate risk, ensuring timely corrective action and escalation through project governance structure when appropriate. -Driving pro-active budget planning and management, financial reporting, public sector compliant procurement and reporting. -Undertaking report writing including recommendations, presenting papers and doing presentations, (for example to the Extended Leadership Team, Leadership Team and at Board level). -Chairing Project and Working Group meetings including defining agendas and papers to achieve outcomes. -Presenting at other internal and external meetings as and when required. -Working with the Learning & Engagement team including participating in relevant community engagement activities. -Undertaking general administrative duties related to The Art Works project. Who we are looking for To succeed in this role, you’ll bring significant experience of leading the client-side delivery of complex, high-profile capital projects, together with the commercial, financial and leadership skills to operate confidently in a public-sector environment. You will also need the following range of knowledge, skills, and experience: -A demonstrable track-record of successfully leading day to day delivery of major capital projects of a comparable scale and visibility through construction stage, move-in activities and readiness for occupation including coordinating handover from contractor to the in-house Estates and Operations teams. -A degree and/or extensive experience in a built environment related discipline together with a professional chartered qualification in a built environment related discipline (e.g. RIAS, RICS, CIOB, APM). -Strong knowledge and practical experience of public-sector procurement, governance, assurance, reporting requirements including obtaining and managing external technical and legal expertise where required. -Excellent financial and commercial acumen, with experience managing significant project budgets within delegated limits. Providing robust financial management of project budget management and reporting. -Experience working with JCT and/or NEC contracts and leading on negotiations to resolve contractual issues. -Leading project risk management, reporting and escalation of risk, including active use of risk registers. -Highly effective management ability for client-side day to day project deliverables including confidence in chairing client-side meetings, change control during construction, handover, defects management, ‘pack and move’, fit out, and readiness to occupy. -Proven ability to lead and influence multidisciplinary teams and multiple internal and external stakeholders, including through matrix management to achieve project deliverables. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, concise advice, reports and recommendations to senior leaders and Board members. -Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on operational project delivery, taking ownership of issues and driving them through to resolution. -Experience of chairing client-side project and working group meetings, setting clear agendas and driving actions and decisions. It would also be great if you have: -Experience delivering projects with strong sustainability, social value, community and economic outcomes. -Knowledge of Scottish Government Gateway Review Assurance process. Please apply directly via our careers portal. Applications via email will not be accepted. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday, 07 September 2026.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 7 September 2026
Inches Carr Craft Bursaries 2026
Craft Scotland
Craft Scotland is delighted to invite makers to apply for the Inches Carr Craft Bursaries 2026. The awards consist of two categories: Inches Carr Craft Bursary: Established Maker: There will be two bursaries awarded in 2026, each for an amount of £5,000. Inches Carr Craft Bursary: Emerging Maker: There will be four bursaries awarded in 2026, each for an amount of £2,000.
Location: All Scotland
Deadline: 31 August 2026
Open Call for an Exhibition
Coburg Art House & Gallery
Open Call: Coburg Print Room is back, celebrating the breadth and quality of contemporary printmaking in Scotland. We're inviting printmakers to apply for this exciting exhibition, showcasing original prints from emerging and established artists alike. Free to enter, open to all, and an opportunity to exhibit your work.
Location: 15 Coburg Street, Edinburgh, EH6 6ET
Deadline: 31 August 2026
Scottish Literary Professional
Stoarra Ltd
On behalf of our partnered brand, SunSong of Scotland, we are seeking literary professionals to take part in their first campaign. We would like participants to have portraits taken and write short pieces inspired by SunSong's birthplace. We hope our endeavours will serve as a beautiful collection of works, from creators big and small who share our affection for not just Scotland, but the arts as a whole. In the new year, we will use curated works to create a compendium-style coffee table book which will be distributed to local businesses so that your written word can be embedded in the local community. If you would like to take part, please submit a follow-up request via the link on our website or contact our team with an example of your work.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 1 September 2026
Technical Crew Member (Zero-Hours)
Edinburgh University Students' Association
Edinburgh University Students' Association is looking to recruit 10 Technical Crew Members to join our Business Development team. We are looking for Technical Crew to help run events such as live music, theatre performances, arts festivals, and conferences throughout venues placed around Edinburgh. Candidates will receive training on sound, lighting, rigging, and other event related activities. Ideal candidates should have a passion for the arts, and for delivering live events. Salary: £13.45 per hour (increasing to £13.95 after probation), plus a generous benefits package. Hours: Part-Time Contract: Zero-Hours The Role: Technical Crew Members will be scheduled to work events and take an operational role during such events. This will involve setting up, operating, and de-rigging / storing technical equipment. Additional roles include the rigging and de-rigging of venue equipment, and assistance in maintenance, and venue cleaning. Technical Crew Members will also be responsible for reporting any faults found and reporting them to the Technical Management team at the end of each event via current systems. As a member of the technical crew, you will be expected to carry out all and any reasonable jobs allocated by the relevant Duty Manager / Entertainments or Production Management teams. The Person: An enthusiastic, friendly and competent individual who has high expectations of themselves and others, with a passion for excellent service and the ability to successfully maintain and deliver that service at a consistently high standard.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 2 September 2026