Nations Director, Scotland

2 months ago

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom BBC Full time
Job Introduction

Are you an inspiring creative leader with a passion for delivering value to all audiences across Scotland?

The BBC is looking for an outstanding leader to shape the future of BBC Scotland's programming and services across online, television and radio. You'll be a natural collaborator with the ability to bring teams together to deliver standout content that fires the imagination of all our audiences.

BBC Scotland is the home of Rebus, Sportscene, Gaelic programming, the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and Reporting Scotland; and we deliver a wide range of broadcast and online services including BBC Radio Scotland, the BBC Scotland channel and the BBC News, Sport & iPlayer apps.

As Director of BBC Scotland, you will inspire high-impact creativity that makes its mark on both Scottish and UK-wide services, lead the transformation of our services for the online age, and champion compelling, impartial journalism in all its forms. You'll also support the development of Scotland's production community - working with talented BBC Scotland colleagues across the country and a diverse range of partners in the independent sector.

You will report to the BBC's Director of Nations.

Role Responsibility

As the Nations Director in Scotland, you will be the driving force of BBC Scotland's editorial vision, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, diverse and distinctive content that resonates with both national and UK audiences. Your leadership will be key in meeting the BBC's creative, audience, and financial goals while upholding our core values and public purposes.

You will:
  • Lead content and editorial development across all platforms, inspiring creativity and innovation.
  • Deliver a compelling portfolio of content and programming to serve all audiences across Scotland.
  • Lead engagement with national and creative stakeholders, championing the BBC's strategy and its impact in Scotland.
Are You the Right Candidate?

We are seeking a dynamic leader with:
  • Ability to drive and shape BBC Scotland's long-term planning and innovative approaches.
  • Thought leadership, creativity, and clear direction.
  • Skill in managing diverse senior and executive-level stakeholders, driving significant change.
  • Deep understanding of the media landscape, including economic, commercial, and political influences.
  • Proven experience in the creative sector and/or with senior external/governmental stakeholders.
  • Persuasive communication and negotiation abilities with senior stakeholders.
  • Comprehensive understanding of content commissioning, financing and production processes.
Why Join Us?

BBC Scotland offers a unique opportunity to influence the media landscape, create impactful content and lead a dedicated team in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are a strategic leader with a passion for media and a track record of driving excellence, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of a team that's shaping the future of broadcasting in Scotland.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here.

Package Description

Band: SL
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Glasgow, PQ

Please note that there will be UK travel required within this role.

We're happy to discuss flexible working. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

Working at the BBC means being part of one of the most creative organisations in the world producing internationally renowned, award-winning content. There are also a range financial and non-financial benefits on offer to BBC employees in three categories.

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