At ScotlandIS we believe that Scotland has the potential to be the country known for innovation, for an ethical approach to data, an integrated approach to public services. We are agile enough to be able to seize this opportunity but big enough to make a real impact and to show the world how it’s done.
Scotland has the opportunity to become a Digital Nation, a true Digital Democracy.
As the voice of the industry, we’re in a unique position to lead and facilitate this – join the team and help make this vision a reality.
Current vacancies
ScotlandIS Chief Executive
Role: CEO
Company: ScotlandIS
Location: Linlithgow, with frequent travel in Scotland
Reporting to: ScotlandIS Chair & Board
Role Overview
ScotlandIS seeks to appoint an inspirational leader as CEO to drive positive and lasting growth for its members and the digital technologies industry in Scotland. As the public face of the organisation they will drive vision, strengthen influence and ensure we deliver value for our members, partners and the wider digital technology ecosystem of Scotland. The position requires an abundance of energy, great interpersonal skills, diligent attention to detail, and strong management and organisational abilities.
This is a fantastic chance to take on a new challenge, building on the organisation’s strong track record and lead it through a period of unparalleled opportunity. Heading in to 2026 we see changes in government, policy and technology shifts everywhere – ScotlandIS sits amidst this all, and our incoming
leader should be excited to leverage this for our members and community. As a skilled CEO, they will be tasked to develop, manage and build a dedicated team. They will provide a strong commercial focus, enabling both revenue growth and the expansion of current activities to provide greater benefits to members.
The successful candidate should have a comprehensive understanding of digital technologies and the business landscape. Experience and enthusiasm for community building is also desirable. In depth computer science and electronics knowledge is not a prerequisite for this role.
Excellent candidates will also come with a knowledge of Scotland’s policy landscape and economic priorities. Familiarity with skill development, digital inclusion as well as trade body and cluster management would be beneficial.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategy, Leadership and Development
- Governance and Financial Management
- Engagement and influence within political discussions
- Communicating and delivering against an ambitious Vision
- Championing and inspiring community growth
Requirements
- Proven experience as a CEO or in other senior management positions
- An entrepreneurial mindset with strong organisational and leadership skills
- Experience in developing profitable strategies and implementing vision
- Familiarity with diverse business and cluster management functions
- Knowledge of corporate governance and management best practices
- A deep understanding of the digital technologies industry
- Outstanding customer relationship skills
- Analytical abilities and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and public speaking skills
A full job specification is available to download here.
To apply for the role, please send your CV and cover letter to info@scotlandis.com.
About ScotlandIS
ScotlandIS is the membership and cluster management organisation for Scotland’s digital technologies industry, representing over 1000 organisations across every stage of business. Our mission is to accelerate Scotland’s position as a world-leading digital nation, whilst delivering real value to our members and the wider industry. We’re at the heart of Scotland’s digital economy, shaping, changing, and driving it forward. Our dynamic team works with members and partners to support the wider digital transformation of business and society.
We provide our members with connections up, down and across the digital technologies industry, with relevant market intelligence and act as a single voice for the industry to policy makers. Ensuring a continuing supply of current and future skills is a major area of focus and we facilitate a range of special interest groups including AI, cyber, infrastructure, software engineering, and IT Managed Service Providers.
We work closely with Scottish Government, Highlands and Islands Enterprise, Scottish Enterprise and Skills Development Scotland, and various partners across the wider technology landscape in Scotland. We believe that by bringing together the support organisations and opportunities around the country we can reinforce the importance of our industry to the Scottish Economy.
ScotlandIS helped establish the DataLab, runs ePlacement Scotland and the Digital Skills Partnership, and was behind the creation of CodeClan. We organise over 40 events a year including Scotland’s largest technology conference, ScotSoft, and the Digital Technology Awards.
The company has ambitious plans for growth and will continue playing a leading role in building a high-performing digital economy within Scotland. We have an agile, flexible, people-centred culture that promotes collaborative working, with team members encouraged to contribute directly to the growth and success of the business.