HQ Function

Serves as the strategic and administrative core for Glasgow Life, overseeing the planning, management, and delivery of cultural, sporting, and learning services across the city. It supports venue operations, staff, community engagement, and partnership development.

Notable Features:

Situated in Glasgow's Merchant City, an area known for its rich history and vibrant atmosphere. While Commonwealth House is a modern administrative building, its location provides excellent connectivity to the various venues and communities Glasgow Life serves.

Work Culture:

A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven environment. Staff are passionate about public service and enhancing the quality of life in Glasgow, working to make culture, sport, and learning accessible to all.

HQ Significance:

The headquarters is essential for coordinating the diverse range of services that significantly contribute to Glasgow's cultural fabric, economic vitality through tourism, community well-being, and educational attainment.

Values Reflected in HQ: The operations at the headquarters reflect Glasgow Life's core values of being inspiring, inclusive, passionate, and trustworthy in its stewardship of public assets and delivery of services.

Location:

While Glasgow Life's direct operations are concentrated within the city of Glasgow, its influence and connections are global. The internationally renowned museums and collections it manages, such as Kelvingrove and the Burrell Collection, attract visitors from all over the world. Glasgow Life is instrumental in hosting major international sporting championships and cultural festivals, enhancing Glasgow's profile on the world stage. Furthermore, the organization engages in international collaborations, sharing best practices and participating in cultural exchanges within the arts, heritage, and sports sectors.

Street Address:

Commonwealth House, 38 Albion Street

City:

Glasgow

State/Province:

Scotland

Country:

United Kingdom