- Company: Dundee City Council
- Location: Dundee, Scotland, UK, UK
- Salary: £70,001/yr
Dundee City Council at a glance
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DIRECTOR OF LEISURE AND CULTURE / MANAGING DIRECTOR OF LEISURE AND CULTURE DUNDEE - DEE06660
Dundee City Council, Dundee, Scotland, UK, UK
Full Time, No Remote
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to lead leisure, culture, sport, and library services in Dundee. As Director of Leisure and Culture for Dundee City Council and Managing Director of Leisure and Culture Dundee, you will drive innovation and deliver inclusive, high-quality services that enrich lives across the city.
- Lead and develop a team to enhance community engagement and service delivery
- Innovate and implement strategies to support cultural and leisure activities in the city
- Ensure compliance with local, national, and international standards and regulations
- Promote inclusivity and accessibility across all services provided
Your Responsibilities
The role involves:
- Strategically planning and delivering high-quality leisure, culture, sport, and library services that meet the needs of the community
- Developing partnerships with local organizations to enhance service delivery and community engagement
- Managing budgets and resources effectively to ensure efficient operations
- Representing the council in external forums and collaborations to promote the city’s cultural and leisure offerings
Requirements
To be successful, you must:
- Hold a relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience in a related field
- Have extensive leadership experience in managing large-scale public services
- Demonstrate strong strategic planning and implementation skills
- Be committed to promoting inclusivity and accessibility in all areas of work
- Show a track record of innovation and delivering high-quality services
- Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
About the Company
Dundee City Council is committed to enriching lives through innovative leisure, culture, and sport initiatives. The council aims to foster a vibrant community where residents can thrive and enjoy diverse cultural experiences.
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Dundee is Scotland’s fourth-largest city, on the north bank of the Firth of Tay in the eastern Lowlands. Mid-2020 locality population was about 148,210. This post is tied to Dundee City (DD1 1SA area), so expect a compact urban base rather than remote work.
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National unemployment rate in United Kingdom: 4.7% — via World Bank
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Consumer price inflation in United Kingdom: 3.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in United Kingdom: 1.4% (annual) — via World Bank
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Senior local-government leadership in Dundee, Scotland, UK, for Dundee City Council’s leisure and culture remit. Best suited to candidates with public-sector or cultural-service leadership experience who want place-based civic impact, not a remote or purely commercial role.
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- Role Director of Leisure and Culture/Managing Director of Leisure and Culture Dundee
- Employer Dundee City Council
- Location Dundee, Scotland, UK, UK
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) £70,001/yr
- Posted August 18, 2026
- Apply by September 17, 2026
- Country United Kingdom
- Overview Full job description on this page (310 words)
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