Summary: The Workforce Manager will lead the planning and delivery of an exceptional workforce experience for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, ensuring that staff, volunteers, contractors, and partners are well-prepared and supported. This role involves managing key operational workstreams, including uniform distribution and training programs, while collaborating across various departments to achieve outstanding outcomes for the event. The position is pivotal in shaping the workforce's readiness for a global sporting event. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team committed to excellence and inclusivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading cross-functional workforce planning and data analysis for all workforce groups (staff, volunteers, contractors).
• Supporting the development of workforce systems and integration with Games-wide technology.
• Implementing the volunteer programme, recruitment campaign, and training delivery.
• Leading workforce operational planning for uniform, briefings, recognition, and Games-time deployment.
• Acting as the point of contact for workforce readiness testing and operational delivery.
• Collaborating closely with Event Operations, Catering, Transport, and other departments to ensure seamless on-venue workforce services.

Key Skills:

• Experience managing workforce operations at a major multi-venue sporting event or Games environment.
• Familiarity with Games Management and Volunteer Systems.
• Strong analytical, planning, and project management skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and build trusted relationships in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Confident communicator with excellent attention to detail and a solutions-focused approach.
• Desirable experience designing and delivering workforce training programmes.
• Background in project management, ideally in a Games or sports context.
• A passion for large-scale events and community impact.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Glasgow

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other