Exceptional Manager Needed to Lead Discover Lanark BID
Deadline for Applications: 5pm, Monday 19 October 2026
BID Manager
Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 4 or 5 days a week, subject to negotiation with the Board of Directors. Regular weekend and evening working required.
Reports to: Discover Lanark Board of Directors via the Board Chair
Benefits: NEST pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible working arrangements
Discover Lanark Business Improvement District is seeking an exceptional leader to drive the BID forward through its second term to a successful renewal ballot in 2029. The successful candidate will combine strategic vision and leadership with excellent project management and communication skills.
The role will focus on both leading and managing the BID and on ensuring implementation of the Discover Lanark Business Plan 2024-2029. The BID delivers projects across four key themes: Increasing Footfall and Spend, Marketing of the Town to Locals and Visitors, Supporting our Businesses, and Creating a Welcoming, Attractive and Safer Town. The current operating budget is c£160k per annum and the BID area includes over 300 businesses including the town centre, an industrial estate and outlying tourism / hospitality businesses.
The post holder will be expected to develop and maintain excellent relationships with levy payers and non-levy payers, public and third sector organisations in the town and regionally.
Job Purpose
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To set the strategic vision of the BID within the wider town context working with the Board of Directors as well as businesses, key stakeholders, agencies and service providers.
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To provide day-to-day leadership and management of the BID, ensuring the implementation of the BID Business Plan and the delivery of BID projects.
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To ensure services and projects meet the changing needs of levy payers, placing the BID in a strong position for a successful renewal ballot and 3rd term.
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To act as a champion for Discover Lanark and the BID’s members.
What you will bring:
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Minimum 3 years of experience in one or more related fields such as BID management, town centre management, retail, business management, project management, marketing and events.
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A proven track record of successful project management and delivery.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Experience in financial and budgetary management.
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Experience of developing and delivering marketing campaigns combined with demonstrable experience of effective social media use.
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A demonstrable record of successful event management.
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Experience of working in partnership across a range of agencies and stakeholders, both public and private sector.
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Experience of working at a senior level and influencing decision-makers.
The full job description and person specification can be found here.
How to Apply
To apply for this post, please email your CV and a covering letter to antonia@discoverlanark.co.uk by the deadline for applications which is 5pm on Monday 19th October 2026.
Interviews will take place on Monday 2nd / Tuesday 3rd November 2026 and all applicants should be available on these dates.
It is anticipated that the successful candidate will commence in mid February 2027.
If you would like more information, please phone Antonia Pompa on 07309 782060 for an informal discussion.
