Help Us Shape the Future of the Commonwealth Games – Glasgow 2026!

The journey to Glasgow 2026 starts now – and we want YOU to be part of it! Get ready for a brilliant new era for the Commonwealth Games, blending world-class sport with a sustainable, future-focused vision.

In just over 400 days, Glasgow will transform into a global hub for sport and culture, welcoming 3,000 athletes from 74 nations, across 11 days of unforgettable action, fuelled by the city’s unstoppable energy and passion. 

Glasgow 2026 is set to revolutionise the Games, with a bold, ‘Clyde Built’ experience that reflects the city’s resilience and innovation. This is more than just an event; it’s a movement – a celebration of unity, equality, and sporting excellence. A movement that will not only deliver a world-class sporting experience but will also create a lasting legacy, maximising social and economic benefits for the city and the Commonwealth. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something historic! 

If you have a passion for sport and a drive for excellence and want to be part of creating something truly special, then Glasgow 2026 wants you. 

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Sport Competition Manager – Swimming & Para Swimming to join our Sport team at Glasgow 2026. This is your chance to lead the integrated delivery of two of the most high-profile and widely watched competitions of the Games, creating a world-class environment for elite athletes from across the Commonwealth.

As Sport Competition Manager – Swimming & Para Swimming, you will be responsible for the strategic planning, coordination, and successful delivery of the competitions, in line with the technical standards and regulations of World Aquatics, World Para Swimming, and Commonwealth Sport. From schedule development and venue readiness to Field of Play operations, stakeholder engagement, and workforce planning – your leadership will ensure an athlete-first, Games-ready operation.

Working in close collaboration with International Federations, National Governing Bodies, and internal Functional Areas including Technology, Logistics, Workforce, and Venue Operations, you’ll be the key integrator of sport-specific planning with overall Games-time delivery.

Salary: Competitive, available on request

Further information and applications

The closing date is 29th June 2025.