Walking Scotland is Scotland's walking and wheeling charity. Walking and wheeling are the most affordable and practical ways to help solve some of Scotland's biggest challenges, from health inequalities to the climate-nature emergencies. We promote the benefits of walking and wheeling on our physical, social, and mental health. Our programmes connect communities and inspire positive behaviour change. We also improve places and spaces to walk and wheel.
A key element in our
Step It Up Strategy
is the creation of a sustainable organisation, and we are seeking a Senior Manager who can lead, inspire and develop our approach to sustainability and resilience. The role will be at the heart of the organisation, driving excellence and innovation across Finance, People and Corporate Services.
So, As a Potential Candidate For This New Post
* Are you able to take a leading role by managing our finance and corporate services teams to support Walking Scotland to deliver on our commitments.
* Are you able to manage and lead a core team to develop and maintain operational processes that are aligned to strategic objectives and are efficient, effective and fit for purpose.
* Can you demonstrate competency as a senior leader and contribute meaningfully to a senior leadership team.
* Are you adaptable and resilient and able to anticipate challenges and developing plans to solve them.
You will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and Senior Leadership Team to champion and deliver Walking Scotland's Mission, Strategy, and Business Plans.
We offer the opportunity to be part of an organisation that recognises staff as our most valued asset. Attractive employment conditions include a contributory pension scheme and flexi-time policy.
If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Karen Fraser the HR Manager, by email and arrangements will be made for you to speak with Kevin Lafferty, the Chief Executive Officer.
The closing date for applications is
noon on Friday 27 February 2026
with interviews to be held in person in Stirling in the
week beginning the 23 March
2026
.
Walking Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.