Management

Estates Manager, Renfrewshire, Full Time, Permanent, Grade 10: £52,746.61 – £55,949.22 p.a.

The successful candidate will be joining the OneRen family to lead the operational heartbeat of our pivotal estates portfolio and at a time in which their role will be embedded within Paisley Museum Re-imagined operational readiness team. You will be working in collaboration with the wider Paisley Museum Re-imagined team and stakeholders to bring the final preparatory stages of the capital project to life.

If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for safety, efficiency, and excellence, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

To apply for this role, please view the Recruitment Pack and visit Certain Advantage Recruitment Agency’s website, contact is Jackie MacGregor, Associate Director – HR.

An Exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Prestige Brand Development Manager (London)

Do you have a deep passion for premium spirits, a strong network in the London On Trade scene, and a flair for building brands in luxury environments?

We’re looking for a commercially driven and innovative Prestige Brand Development Manager to champion our award-winning whisky and gin portfolio across London’s most prestigious venues. If you thrive in a fast-paced, relationship-led environment and have a proven track record of growing brands in the On Trade, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Ian Macleod Distillers Ltd… ‘An international, entrepreneurial, brand-led, successful, sustainable and respected, family business’

We own some of the world’s best loved brands such as Glengoyne, Tamdhu, Rosebank and Edinburgh Gin. If you haven’t already, please browse around our company internet pages and immerse yourself in our colourful history and sample the details of some of our exquisite brands. As we start to tantalise your taste buds and whet your appetite for a career here with us at Ian Macleod Distillers, you will really get to understand just why our team members and customers are indeed so passionate about all things Ian Macleod!

As our Prestige Brand Development Manager (London), you’ll be the driving force behind our Tier 1 spirits portfolio (whisky & gin) across London’s most exclusive venues. You’ll grow brand equity, distribution, and rate of sale, along with leading our Fine & Rare whisky portfolio in high-net-worth areas.

What you’ll be doing…

*Lead the growth of our Fine & Rare whisky portfolio in London’s luxury On Trade venues (prestige hotels, fine dining, members clubs, whisky/cigar lounges).
*Manage a portfolio of 150 accounts, including small groups, with full P&L ownership.
*Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers (F&B Directors, Buyers, GMs).
*Identify and secure new business opportunities, driving distribution and net margin growth.
*Deliver brand training, tastings, and host key customer visits to bring our portfolio to life.
*Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, advocacy, and RTM teams to deliver joint business plans.
*Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor activity, and luxury consumer behaviour.
*Represent the brand at trade events and maintain a strong presence in the field, including evenings and weekends.

This is a commercially focused, relationship-driven role where your On Trade expertise and luxury network will shine. This role requires a balance of commercial acumen and brand-building expertise, with a strong emphasis on relationship management, negotiation, and strategic planning.

Who we’re looking for…

*A confident, charismatic communicator with a strong On Trade network in London.
*Deep knowledge of whisky, gin, and the premium spirits market.
*Proven experience in growing brands in prestige On Trade environments.
*Skilled negotiator with strong commercial acumen and P&L management experience.
*Passionate about building long-term customer relationships and driving performance.
*KPI-driven and proactive in identifying opportunities to improve ways of working.
*Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Why join us…

*Be part of a passionate, high-performing team with a shared love for premium spirits.
*Work with a prestigious portfolio of brands and help shape their presence in the UK’s most iconic venues.
*Competitive salary and benefits package.
*Continuous learning and development opportunities.
*A role that offers autonomy, creativity, and the chance to make a real difference.

Next Steps…

If this sounds like your perfect next move, we’d love to hear from you. To apply for this opportunity, please send your CV and a tailored cover letter to recruitment.activities@ianmacleod.com.

Once received, we’ll send you a confirmation and invite you to complete a few core application questions.

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You can find our privacy policy for applicants at https://www.ianmacleod.com/privacy-notice-applicants

Please note, This is an open application window and may close early depending on the volume of applications received – so apply early to ensure you don’t miss out!

***No agency contact***

Proudly supporting the #OpenToWork movement.

Ian Macleod Distillers (IMD) are proud members of the Scotch Whisky Association, Drink Aware and the Portman Group. In our individual IMD way, we endeavour to follow best practice to help shape our commitment to wider social responsibility and industry standards. We are advocates of promoting responsible selling and consumption of alcohol.

JOB PURPOSE
This is an exciting and dynamic leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the future of one of Scotland’s most treasured landscapes.
As Head Ranger and Property Manager, you will be responsible for the delivery of the Ben Lomond vision and management plan. Acting as the first point of contact and main local representative, you will embody the values of the National Trust for Scotland in this area. As a strong communicator and team leader, you will inspire trust and confidence in the organisation and its objectives. You will manage and motivate staff and volunteers, drive activities that keep the National Trust for Scotland at the forefront of upland conservation management and visitor engagement.
A key part of your success will come from building strong relationships with local stakeholders and being a voice for the Trust in conservation and management of this popular landmark.
In addition to estate management, you will also oversee the commercial operations of the Ardess bunkhouse and wider team working across the site.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Management of Ben Lomond, the islands of Bucinch and Ceardach ensuring the conservation and enhancement of their significant natural and cultural heritage.
• Maintain and develop visitor infrastructure such as paths, car parks and interpretation in effective and safe condition.
• Manage the Ardess Bunkhouse as a commercial venture and as a volunteer base for work programmes.
• Oversee and deliver visitor engagement to ensure their visits are as inspiring, memorable and accessible.
• Plan, manage and deliver the operational budgets, maintaining full compliance with legal and Trust requirements.
• Strengthen financial sustainability through assessing and monitoring costs, identifying efficiencies and developing new opportunities for income.
• Lead and support the site team, currently including Ranger, Property Secretary/Cleaner/Housekeeper, Seasonal Ranger, Seasonal Visitor Services Assistant and volunteers.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with partners and stakeholders including LLTNP, NatureScot, graziers and licensees, neighbouring landowners and the local community.
• Promote wider understanding of the Trust’s work and the value of supporting its mission
• Respond to out of hours call outs for the Ardess bunkhouse as required.
• Recruit, induct, develop, motivate, and performance manage staff and volunteers to ensure they are equipped and motivated to undertake their duties to the required Trust standards, while maintaining staffing budgets.
• Instil a Health & Safety culture across the property, ensuring the teamwork within the properties’ ‘Safe System of Work’ to reduce risk of incidents and accidents to volunteers, employees and visitors.
• Ensure the Trust’s core aims are achieved namely, conservation, access and memorable visitor experiences for all visitors.
• Support the Operations Manager to develop and foster local-level stakeholder and client relationships specific to the properties.
• Ensure that lifelong learning is developed and promoted at the property through the visitor experiences we offer.
• Raise the profile of the property through local, regional and national marketing initiatives and social media.
• Take responsibility for building security, opening/closing procedures, emergency procedure implementation, duty management, and providing relief cover as required.

Head of Museums & Chief Storyteller, Renfrewshire, Full Time, Permanent, Grade 11: £57,685.58 p.a.

We’re looking for a visionary leader to shape the future of Renfrewshire Museums Service. Building on the work of Paisley Museum Re-Imagined Project you’ll champion storytelling, co-production and reflective practice across all areas of delivery, embedding high standards and ensuring best practice in everything we do.

As Head of Museums & Chief Storyteller you’ll define a bold, inclusive vision that places storytelling and community engagement at its heart. You’ll lead the development of multi-platform content, from displays to digital media and programming, ensuring every story reflects the voices of our communities and partners.

You’ll inspire teams to deliver exceptional customer journeys and ensure our buildings, collections, and services are safe, accessible, and engaging. You’ll build strong partnerships locally, nationally, and internationally, and lead on securing funding for innovative cultural projects.

If you’re passionate about museums, people, and the power of stories, we’d love to hear from you.

Strategic Partnerships & Communities Manager, Renfrewshire, Full Time, Temporary up to 2 years, Grade 13: £67,872.20 p.a.

We’re looking for a dynamic, experienced manager to lead the delivery of OneRen’s community programming and strategic partnerships. This critical role will drive long-term plans that deepen our impact and ensure our services foster community ownership and a strong sense of place. You’ll oversee engagement with stakeholders, partners, and communities, creating opportunities for collaboration that reflect our values and expand our reach.

As the strategic lead behind our community programming, you’ll deliver a wide range of services, from health and wellbeing to learning and audience development, ensuring a high-quality experience across all venues. You’ll champion cross-disciplinary projects, and build partnerships at local, national, and international levels. With a focus on innovation and inclusion, you’ll identify new opportunities, secure funding, and help us deliver on our strategic goals. If you’re passionate about participatory practice, community empowerment, and making a real difference, this is a chance to lead change at the heart of a forward-thinking charity.

Role Overview:
The Project Coordinator will work alongside and support the Project Director in project planning & scheduling, budget monitoring, project administration, and progress reporting. This role ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Whilst a key part of a small, skilled team it will have a direct responsibility for leading on a critical aspects of the project delivery.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead in co-ordination and management of the Mackintosh Illuminated Project through production and maintenance of project schedules and timelines, ensuring milestones are tracked and resources are dynamically monitored, available and always adequate
• Lead and take initiative in developing and contributing to identified proposals across the varied components and complexities of the Mackintosh Illuminated Project
• Compilation of monthly progress reports, including review of project spend against budgets including reporting to external grant funders as required.
• Establish a process and culture of continual evaluation through data collection, milestone reviews and by monitoring project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques.
• Lead on liaison with Internal Finance team to ensure Purchase Orders are set up and invoices are processed timeously
• Co-ordinate team members, organise project meetings, prepare agendas, and document meeting minutes.
• Establish and maintain project administration platform (SharePoint) ensuring all records and documentation is up to date.
• Responsible for liaising with internal Legal and Procurement Teams on production of contract documentation including appointment of contractors, Risk Assessment Method Statements and other contractor H&S, legal and insurance documentation
• Maintain a project task tracker, risk and issues log.
• Deputise for the Project Director in co-ordination and management of the Mackintosh Illuminated project, including standing in for and participating in internal and external meetings as requested with subsequent reporting.
• Monitor the quality of works executed and identify any deviation from the required standard and provide regular reports and recommendations to operational teams.
• Respond to requests from operational staff for support in managing reactive and emergency maintenance situations.
• Responsible for efficient procurement and delivery of building compliance activities in accordance with the Trust’s policy.
• Identify, respond to and, where appropriate escalate, issues and risks to the Project Director.
• Demonstrate and instil Health & safety processes in all aspects of work
• Ensure that all works under your direct control are planned and delivered in accordance with statutory, contractual and health and safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to internal policies, Planning, Listed Building and Building Warrant, H&S regulation including CDM, contractual terms, environmental monitoring and compliance, DDA and insurers’ requirements.
• Support partnership working and the delivery of education, training and outreach activities as they arise during the project.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Project Management, Building Surveying, Heritage, Conservation or a related field.
• PRINCE 2, Project Management Professional (RICS), Institute of Project Management or equivalent experience

Experience
Essential
• Comprehensive understanding of project coordination, project management or a similar role.
• Demonstrable experience in historic building conservation, cultural heritage, design history, architecture or related disciplines
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, constructively challenging thinking where appropriate.
• Experience with budgeting and financial reporting.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, working collaboratively to develop creative strategies and solutions.
• Ability to work independently, use own initiative, be proactive and creative
• Demonstrable use of project management Frameworks including proficiency with MS Office 365 applications and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6).
• Understanding of the application of relevant legislation and regulation.
• A high level of Health & Safety awareness.
• Experience of supervising consultants and contractors.
• Experience of managing competitive/public sector procurement processes.
• The ability to lead and work in multi-disciplined teams, respecting the expertise of others and actively promoting strong working relationships with colleagues.
• A commitment to continual improvement and skills development.

Desirable
• Awareness of the work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and the ‘Glasgow Style’
• Experience of public sector procurement processes
• Experience of writing briefs and of reviewing tender documentation
• Experience of public speaking and in-person presentations
• Ability to build and manage effective and productive stakeholder and partnership relations
• Experience of working in the charitable sector
• An empathy with the aims, ethos and policies of the National Trust for Scotland
• Willingness to travel for work

Competencies:
• Planning and Organising: efficiently prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
• Team Collaboration: work effectively within a team, fostering a collaborative environment
• Communication: clearly convey information and ideas through a variety of channels
• Analytical Thinking: analyse information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems
• Adaptability: adjust to changing priorities and project requirements
• Creativity: ability to bring effective fresh thinking and innovation to all processes

DIMENSIONS AND SCOPE OF JOB

Scale
• This role will focus on the needs of the Mackintosh project. As such, this requires frequent travel between the Hill House in Helensburgh and the Mackintosh at the Willow Tearoom in central Glasgow.

People Management
• Although the role has no direct employee reports, it may be involved in working with project related apprenticeships, volunteers and community groups. The currently envisaged project governance chart is illustrated below with the Project Delivery Manager role shown.

Finance Management
 The role will work closely with the regional Business Manager to ensure that all financial systems and transactions are accurate, timeous and validated.

Tools / equipment / systems
 Use of Microsoft 365 suit in particular – Word, Outlook, Excel, One Drive, Sharepoint, Powerpoint or equivalent
 User of finance system to process purchase orders and invoices.
 Must be able to drive and be happy to travel.

The Purpose, Context, Key Responsibilities, and Person Specification reflect the requirements of the job at the time of issue. The Trust reserves the right to amend these with appropriate consultation and/or request the post-holder to undertake any activities that it believes to be reasonable within the broad scope of the job or his/her general abilities.