The National Galleries of Scotland employ more than 300 staff in a variety of roles. Visitors may be most familiar with those working in warding or retail. There are however many other positions such as curators, art handlers and IT and marketing professionals. All employees of the Galleries, regardless of their area of expertise play an important part in ensuring the smooth running of the organisation and help us to maintain our reputation as one of the world’s leading cultural institutions.

All current vacancies are listed on this page and information on how to apply. To apply please obtain an application pack and return your completed application form by post or email to Human Resources.

The application pack consists of an application form and job description, both of which are available from this site. If you are unable to download an application pack a paper copy can be posted to you on request.

Jobs

Head of Human Resources

HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCES

The Role
• Deliver a comprehensive HR framework to ensure all staff are equipped to and supported in achieving our strategic business outcomes. This will include OD and Learning & Development; particular focus being an improved appraisal system and management development programmes.
• As a role model and mentor for the HR team, you will design and lead the move from a transaction-focused employee centric HR function to being one that is strategically focused and supports cultural change across the organisation.
• Act as a visible and inspiring member of the senior team both internally and externally within the wider Arts and Business community.

The Person
• A self-motivated and visionary HR generalist, bringing a significant track record in strategic and operational HR leadership in both the private and public sectors.
• With demonstrable problem-solving experience and highly influential communication skills, the proven ability to identify and effect change is paramount.
• CIPD qualified, you will bring comprehensive experience across the full HR spectrum, with some experience ideally gained in a unionised environment.

This is an opportunity to use your experience to date in a highly challenging role and in an organisation that plays an instrumental part in the cultural heart of Scotland.

To apply please reply in confidence with full career and current salary details, quoting reference KF/24487 or by visiting Odgers Select. For further information please contact Kevin Fairbairn at Odgers Select on 0141 225 6320.

Please note, this recruitment process is being managed on behalf of National Galleries of Scotland by Odgers Select. All enquiries should be made directly to Odgers Select, and the National Galleries of Scotland job application form should not be used



Exhibition Ticketing and Exhibition Shop Assistants (various positions)

We are currently looking to recruit enthusiastic individuals, with previous retail and customer service experience, to assist with the Galleries' retail operation during its summer programme of events and exhibitions.

If you wish to apply please send your CV to anya.kilgour@adecco.co.uk or jacky.irvine@adecco.co.uk. Alternatively you can call 0131 220 4712 and ask for Anya or Jacky.

Please note, this recruitment process is being managed on behalf of National Galleries of Scotland by Adecco. All enquiries should be made directly to Adecco, and the National Galleries of Scotland job application form should not be used.