Badminton Scotland - Business Operations Manager

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Scottish Governing Bodies of Sport Badminton Scotland - Business Operations Manager

Are you a strategic, detail-driven business professional who thrives on making organisations stronger, smarter, and more sustainable?

As the national governing body for badminton in Scotland, Badminton Scotland leads the governance, development, and promotion of the sport across every level — from grassroots participation and club competition to talent development aligned with the Scottish and GB performance systems.

We are now seeking an outstanding Business Operations Manager to play a central leadership role in ensuring our financial strength, operational excellence, and long-term sustainability. This is more than a finance role. It’s an opportunity to influence the future direction of a respected national sporting organisation.

Badminton Scotland
Business Operations Manager
Location: Glasgow (Hybrid)
Salary: £40,000–£45,000 (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (35 hours per week)

Join Badminton Scotland and Help Shape the Future of Sport in Scotland

Purpose-Driven Work

Be part of an organisation that makes a genuine impact across Scotland’s sporting landscape — supporting clubs, volunteers, coaches, and athletes to thrive.

Work closely with our CEO, Board, and passionate colleagues in a values-led, inclusive environment that champions integrity, equality, and professionalism.

Strategic Influence

This is a senior operational role with direct influence on strategic planning, governance, financial sustainability, and business development.

Hybrid Working

Based at our Head Office at the Sir Craig Reedie Badminton Centre in Glasgow, with hybrid working available in line with organisational policy.

Competitive Package

• £40,000–£45,000 salary (depending on experience)
• 35-hour working week
• Work pension scheme
• Opportunity to shape systems and lead continuous improvement

Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Finance Committee and Senior Management Team, you will lead:

• Annual budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management
• Monthly management accounts and Board reporting
• Oversight of financial controls
• Management of sportscotland investment and restricted funding
• Liaison with external accountants and auditors

• Oversight of administrative, financial, and digital systems
• Contract and supplier management
• Governance compliance (Companies House and sportscotland requirements)
• Policy development and organisational procedures

• Financial insight to inform Board-level decision-making
• Risk management and reporting
• Contribution to income diversification and sustainability strategies

You will also line manage administrative staff and work collaboratively across development, competitions and performance teams to support effective delivery nationwide.

We’re seeking a confident, analytical and solutions-focused professional who brings:

• Degree in finance, business or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Strong experience in financial management and reporting
• Experience with accounting systems (e.g. Xero, Dext, Microsoft 365, Excel)
• Excellent attention to detail and an ability to communicate financial information clearly
• Part or fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)
• Experience in sport, charity or membership organisations
• Knowledge of public-sector or sportscotland investment management

Most importantly, you will demonstrate integrity, professionalism, adaptability and a commitment to inclusion.

If you’re looking for a senior role where your financial and operational expertise will directly influence the growth and sustainability of a Scottish national sporting body — we’d love to hear from you.

Help us deliver the future of badminton in Scotland.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send in a recent CV and cover letter. In the letter you must tell us why you want the position and what you can bring to the position.

Closing date: 30th of March 2026 at 1200hrs

Please send your CV, Equality Form and cover letter to:
Antony Waring
Email Address: members

We look forward to receiving your application.