Overview

We’re seeking an innovative, forward thinking and strategic leader to drive our Corporate Services Directorate. This role will ensure essential support services are embedded to enable VisitScotland to operate efficiently and transparently, in line with governance and accountability standards, to deliver on our organisation objectives to grow the value of tourism and events to Scotland in a sustainable way.

The position is responsible for ensuring effective organisational governance, playing a principal role in our Executive Leadership Group, reporting to the Scottish Government and VisitScotland Board.

The postholder will lead a directorate of 45 staff, overseeing a diverse portfolio of corporate functions including finance, legal services, governance and performance management, and procurement. The role also includes responsibility for managing an operational budget of approximately £1 million.

The role is accountable to the Chief Executive Officer.

For more information, please see the full candidate application pack (please note, LinkedIn users will need to click "apply" to view this pack and other links below).

Contract type: Permanent

Date posted: 1 October 2025

Last date for submissions: 22 October 2025

This role can be based out of any VisitScotland office location across Scotland. VisitScotland operates a hybrid working culture, partially office and partially home based.

With family-friendly and flexible working policies, we offer an impressive range of benefits and professional development. We are an equal opportunities employer, and value diversity in all its forms. You can read more about working for us, our benefits and our culture by clicking here or find additional information in the candidate pack linked above.

Responsibilities

For further information please refer to the candidate information pack.

Qualifications

For further information please refer to the candidate information pack.

Seniorities

• Seniority level: Director

Employment

• Employment type: Full-time

Job function

• Job function: Business Development and Sales

Industries

• Industries: Government Administration

Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at VisitScotland by 2x. Read more about working for us and our benefits in the candidate pack.