05 Jul 2024
The search begins for pivotal role at new Highland visitor experience
Today marks the exciting launch of a recruitment campaign to find the ‘Head of Inverness Castle Experience’, a role giving the unique opportunity to shape the future of a new landmark visitor attraction set to open in summer 2025.
This world-class attraction will celebrate the rich ‘Spirit of the Highlands’—past, present, and future—through interactive and immersive experiences. It aims to attract visitors locally, from across the UK, and internationally, establishing itself as the gateway to the Highlands.
The ‘Head of Inverness Castle Experience’ will collaborate closely with the project team, steering the project from pre-opening preparations to full operation. Key responsibilities include building a dynamic team, readying the site to welcome visitors, and fostering engagement within the local community.
There is a commitment to excellence in every aspect of the design and build of the Inverness Castle Experience, and this commitment extends to the employment of the team, starting with this role. The successful candidate will be able and confident to lead this exciting business into its next chapter.
Fergus Ewing, MSP and Co-chair of the Inverness Castle Delivery Group stated: "We are not only seeking a visionary leader to manage the operations of a world-class visitor attraction here in the Highlands, but also someone whose experience can ensure that every visitor's journey is exceptional and unforgettable."
Cllr Ian Brown, Leader of Inverness City and Area and Co-chair of the Inverness Castle Delivery Group, said: "We are thrilled to reach this pivotal point in our project where the search begins to find an outstanding leader with a proven track record in delivering exceptional visitor experiences.”
"We seek someone with a deep passion for the Highlands, an innovative vision and strong leadership skills. Their expertise and dedication will enable the team to provide an unparalleled experience."
The Inverness Castle project is part of the Inverness and Highland City-Region Deal, which is a joint initiative supported by up to £315m investment from the UK and Scottish governments, The Highland Council, Highlands and Islands Enterprise and University of the Highlands and Islands, aimed at stimulating sustainable regional economic growth.
For applicants ready to lead a remarkable journey and leave a lasting impact on the gateway to the Highlands, be part of the story and find out more here: https://www.highlifehighland.com/ice-recruitment/
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Contact Information
Rachel Cunningham
Marketing and Media Officer
Inverness Castle Experience
07711644130
rachel.cunningham@highlifehighland.com
Alison Bell
Marketing Officer
Inverness Castle & Events
07500 127214
alison.bell@highlifehighland.com
Notes to editors
Images attached show:
- Inverness Castle from Ness Bank. Credit: Paul Tomkins
- Artistic impression of Inverness Castle Experience and Gardens. Credit: Mather & Co.
Additional information for Editors:
- The transformation of Inverness Castle is a Highland Council project, managed by High Life Highland on behalf of The Highland Council. The Scottish Government, UK Government, Highlands and Islands Enterprise, VisitScotland, Scottish Development International, Historic Environment Scotland, and NatureScot are among partners of the project.
- The new visitor attraction will add to the tourism offer in the area by creating a must-see visitor attraction that celebrates the spirit of the Highlands past, present and future, including its creativity, well-being, culture, heritage and natural environment.
- All timings for the project are subject to change.
- For more information visit www.invernesscastle.scot
More information about High Life Highland
- Facebook @HLHSocial
- Twitter @HLHSocial (CEO and Executive Directors – personal handles outlined below)
- Instagram @HLHSocial
- Website highlifehighland.com
- High Life Highland is a registered Scottish charity and company limited by guarantee. Set up in 2011 and an arm’s length external organisation (ALEO) wholly owned by The Highland Council it is the largest charity and third sector provider in the Highlands of Scotland.
- High Life Highland operates 7 services: archives, countryside rangers, leisure facilities, libraries, museums and galleries, music development and sports. These services attract many millions of local, national and international visitors every year across all services both in person and virtual visits.
- The charity’s Chief Executive is Steve Walsh (@HLHCEO). The charity board is chaired by Michael Golding. The trading board is chaired by Michael Boylan. The charity operates over four directorates: Director of Inverness Castle and Events – Fiona Hampton; Director of Sport, Leisure & Safeguarding – James Martin (@HLHDirectorSLS); Director of Culture and Learning – John West; Director of Corporate Performance – Douglas Wilby.
- High Life Highland works with many partners (local, regional, and national) to deliver services and activities and make life better for the residents and communities of the Highlands (often to those individuals/families most in need).
- In addition to the funding received from The Highland Council for the delivery of public services on behalf of the local authority, the majority of the charity’s earned income comes from customer/member income.
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