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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
Emerging Artist for Punk and Nightclub Inspired Interior Commission
Acid House Designs
I am looking for an emerging artist, illustrator, street artist or graffiti artist to help create artwork for the toilet and utility room serving my new Acid House Designs studio in Edinburgh. The studio is being built within part of my home, but it will be a working interior design studio and a showcase for the Acid House Designs approach. The builders are currently on site, and the room should be ready for the artwork in around three weeks. I want the entire studio and adjoining toilet/utility to become a genuine portfolio showpiece that immediately demonstrates how different Acid House Designs is from a conventional interior design practice. Although this is a small room, it is an important part of the overall project rather than an overlooked functional space. The design is inspired by punk venues, nightclub toilets and spaces covered in accumulated graffiti. I am not looking for a single polished mural. The idea is to create a layered mixture of loose lettering, tags, doodles, symbols, stickers, handwritten comments and deliberately rough mark making across tiled and painted surfaces. The attached reference image show the general atmosphere, but the finished artwork should be original rather than copied from them. It would only let me attach 1 image here, but I can provide more examples on request. The wording will be an important part of the project. Some messages should subvert the hostile, crude or miserable graffiti often found in public toilets, using unexpectedly kind phrases such as “You look lovely today.” However, the tone must remain funny, scruffy and irreverent. It must not drift into sentimental motivational slogans or anything resembling “Live Laugh Love” wall art. I would also like to include strange, deadpan non sequiturs and oddly specific observations. A favourite example is the mysterious phrase “Toy Story 2 was ok”, which appeared in numerous Bristol toilets and venues around fifteen years ago. That unexplained, understated absurdity is exactly the sort of humour I enjoy. Ideas that go beyond this initial brief are very welcome. I would be particularly interested in finding a creative way to incorporate the ceiling into the artwork. This is a genuine paid commission, although the available budget is modest. Materials will also be covered. The selected artist will receive full credit and can use images of the completed room for their portfolio. If the collaboration and finished work are a strong fit, the artist may also be featured in the planned Friends of Acid House Designs section of my website, which will highlight people and organisations I have particularly enjoyed working with. I would also be keen to explore future paid collaborations with the right person as Acid House Designs becomes established, although neither of these possibilities is intended as a substitute for payment for this commission. I am particularly interested in hearing from students, recent graduates and emerging artists based in or around Edinburgh. The precise scope, materials, schedule and creative approach can be agreed together. Please apply by directly by email to heydude@acidhousedesigns.com. Include a brief introduction, links to examples of your work, your location or ability to travel to Edinburgh, your availability and an indication of your proposed fee. Many thanks, Harry Matuszewicz Milne Acid House Designs acidhousedesigns.com
Location: Juniper Green, Edinburgh
Deadline: 1 September 2026
Sensory Artist
Independent Arts Projects
Independent Arts Projects is seeking 4 Sensory Artists to join the next Sensory Collective. The Sensory Collective works to co-create sensory arts projects with people who face multiple barriers to accessing mainstream arts activities. The Sensory Artists will work collaboratively together to co-create multi-sensory arts projects with autistic, neurodivergent, and disabled people of all ages (including people who may have complex needs or be living with dementia). The roles are a 15-month fixed-term contract, offered at 0.6 FTE, worked as 21 hours/3 days per week. Salary: £32,000 per year (£19,200 actual). Independent Arts Projects is committed to equity, inclusion, and warmly welcomes applications from candidates from underrepresented backgrounds. Application deadline: 12 noon, Monday 21st September. To apply please visit the IAP website to download the application pack. Independent Arts Projects gratefully acknowledges support from Scottish Government and Creative Scotland through the Culture Collective programme
Location: Scotland
Deadline: 21 September 2026
New Programme of Creative, Hands-on Courses Launched at Edinburgh Open Workshop
Edinburgh Open Workshop
Edinburgh Open Workshop is delighted to launch its Spring Course Drop, celebrating longer days with a fresh programme of hands-on workshops designed to spark creativity and build practical skills. Alongside the return of popular courses such as Make a Garden Bench and the week-long Introduction to Furniture Design and Making, this season introduces new textile classes alongside our well-loved woodworking, welding and DIY sessions. Whether you’re trying something new or developing existing skills, the Spring programme offers time to slow down, learn, and create in a supportive environment. New textile workshops include Sew Your Own Backpack and Sewing Techniques, while woodworking options range from Basics of Woodworking to more advanced furniture-making projects. Welding courses suit all levels, and DIY classes help build confidence for home projects. Explore the full programme at: www.edinburghopenworkshop.co.uk/courses-workshops/
Location: Assembly Street, Leith
Deadline: 14 October 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
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
The Imperfectionist Course
Sarah Longfield: Creative Business & Life Coaching
Do you spend more time trying to get things perfect than getting them finished? The Imperfectionist is a playful 12-week programme from Creative Business Coach Sarah Longfield that helps creatively minded people stop overthinking, quieten their inner critic and finally get moving on the things that matter most. Through an online course, a beautiful kit in the post, group coaching and one-to-one mentoring, you'll learn practical, creative ways to embrace imperfectionism and discover that "good enough" can be surprisingly brilliant. Perfect for: Writers, artists and makers Creative freelancers and business owners Anyone who feels stuck by perfectionism People who overthink decisions or fear judgement Curious humans ready to create with more confidence and joy
Location: Online
Deadline: 11 September 2026
Chair of the Board
All or Nothing Aerial Dance Theatre
All or Nothing, Scotland’s leading aerial dance company, is seeking to appoint a new Chair of the Board to support the development and governance of the organisation from 2027. We’re looking for someone that shares our passion for creating performance and creative opportunities and can bring strategic leadership experience to support the charity. The Chair has responsibility for convening the Board of Trustees meetings, providing leadership to Trustees and senior staff including line managing the Artistic Director, and overseeing governance of the charity to ensure the delivery of our charitable objectives. The role would suit someone with an understanding of the arts and/or charitable sectors and governance. The role is voluntary; reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. For more information about the role and how to apply, please download the Information Pack from our website, linked below.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 30 September 2026