Career Opportunities

Trustee

Collective Gallery Website

Edinburgh

£
Voluntary

Applications close on 09 February 2026 at 10:00

Description

Collective is a free contemporary art centre that brings creative new perspectives to the city of Edinburgh.

Situated in a heritage observatory, Collective develops and presents world-class exhibitions, events, workshops and discussions from ground-breaking local and international artists. We run artist-led activities for young people, as well as sector-leading development programmes for emerging artists.

Founded in 1984 as an artist-run initiative, Collective now runs from our home on Edinburgh’s iconic Calton Hill.

Collective is currently recruiting for new trustees to join the Board.

As a trustee of the charity, you will help to guide the organisation’s vision, strengthen our resilience, and ensure we remain ambitious, inclusive, and sustainable.

We are currently looking to recruit Trustees with expertise in the following areas:

Financial management and accountancy
Accessibility, equality, and inclusion
Trading activity and income generation
Sustainability and environmental practice

How to apply

Please find the recruitment pack on our website, and then send the following via email to boardrecruitment@collective-edinburgh.art

A short CV (maximum 3 pages).
A covering letter (1 page) outlining:
Why you are interested in being a Trustee of Collective.
What experience, skills, or perspectives you would bring.

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