Job Description
Glasgow Life is looking for a Business Support Officer to join us on a full time 35-hour, permanent contract. As Business Support Officer you will be joining our in-demand Business Support Team. You will be part of a dedicated team which supports our leadership including, our Directors, Heads of Service and Senior Managers.
More about our Corporate Services
As a Business Support Officer, you will be joining Corporate Services. This includes Marketing and Communications, Business Support, Infrastructure and Finance. HR, Retail and Procurement and Development are also part of this. These teams undertake a wide range of roles to keep Glasgow Life operating smoothly as a first-rate charity. From creating compelling messages about the work we do, to providing insights which help shape strategies. They also oversee the operation of over 100 venues across the city, account for millions of pounds, support our staff, and bring income into the charity through our shops.
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 Business Support Officer, you’ll be an integral part of the team by providing confidential, efficient, and effective business support to the Leadership team. Reporting to Senior Business Support Officer and working alongside an established team.
The candidate
If you’re interested in joining us as a Business Support Officer, you’ll need:
• Comprehensive Microsoft Office proficiency. Strong IT Skills with experience of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to produce high quality written work independently.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to respond to a diverse and changing workload while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail.
• A resilient, positive, and flexible approach.
You can read the full person specification for this role 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.
Our Commonwealth House office has great links to public transport.
This role is working Monday to Friday, between 8.30am – 5pm.
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.
Only existing employees of Glasgow Life can apply for this vacancy.
Important Dates: Closing date 13 April 2025 and interviews are provisionally scheduled for 21 April 2025
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 0141 287 1054. 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
