Alloa First BID is seeking to appoint a full-time employed Town Centre BID Manager. The role specification, requirements, and details of how to apply, can be found below.
Salary: £38,000 – £42,000 per annum depending on qualifications, experience and track record.
Contract: Fixed Term to October 2028
Location: Alloa Town Centre
Full Time and flexible working by agreement.
Alloa First BID is seeking to appoint a full-time employed Town Centre BID Manager. However, applications from highly experienced consultants or contractors operating through appropriate IR35-compliant arrangements will also be considered. The role will require occasional evening and weekend working to support events, meetings and town centre initiatives. The post reports directly to the Board of Directors.
Alloa First BID is seeking an ambitious, proactive and highly motivated Town Centre BID Manager to lead the continued development of Alloa Town Centre. This is a rare opportunity to play a key leadership role within one of Scotland’s long-established Business Improvement Districts (BID) and help shape the future of Alloa through
to the next BID renewal ballot in October 2028.
Representing approximately 240 levy-paying businesses, Alloa First BID delivers a wide-ranging programme of town centre projects and initiatives including:
– marketing and promotional campaigns;
– events and footfall-driving activity;
– business engagement and support;
– environmental improvement projects;
– partnership working;
– town centre advocacy;
– and external funding initiatives.
The successful candidate will lead the strategic and operational delivery of the Alloa First BID Business Plan 2023–2028, managing projects, partnerships, communications and stakeholder engagement on behalf of approximately 240 levy-paying businesses. The role will also lead preparations for the next BID renewal ballot in 2028, ensuring strong business engagement, financial sustainability and continued confidence in the organisation.
This is a varied, fast-paced and highly rewarding role suited to someone who is:
– commercially aware;
– highly organised;
– confident working independently;
– an excellent communicator;
– experienced in building strong stakeholder relationships;
– capable of leading a visible town centre organisation;
– and passionate about town centre regeneration and place development.
Key Responsibilities
The Town Centre BID Manager will:
– Lead the day-to-day management and delivery of Alloa First BID
– Deliver projects, events and initiatives within the BID Business Plan
– Build strong relationships with levy payers, businesses and partners
– Coordinate town centre marketing and communications activity
– Manage suppliers, contractors and project delivery
– Identify and secure additional funding and sponsorship opportunities
– Support the governance and reporting requirements of the BID
– Represent Alloa First BID at meetings, partnerships and stakeholder forums
– Lead engagement activity in preparation for the 2028 BID renewal ballot
About You
Applicants should be able to demonstrate:
– Experience delivering projects, programmes or events.
– Strong stakeholder and relationship management skills.
– Excellent communication and presentation skills.
– Budget management and organisational experience.
– Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
– Experience using Microsoft 365, social media and digital communication platforms.
– A proactive and solutions-focused approach.
– A full driving licence and access to transport would be advantageous.
– Confidence working with senior stakeholders, business leaders, public sector
partners and community organisations.
– Experience in BID management, regeneration, economic development, destination
management, marketing or partnership working would be advantageous.
Why Join Alloa First BID?
This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact within a town centre organisation with a strong track record, ambitious plans and a highly visible role within the local business community.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:
– shape the future direction of Alloa Town Centre;
– develop meaningful partnerships;
– influence local projects and initiatives;
– and lead the organisation through to the next BID renewal ballot.
Benefits include:
– Flexible working arrangements;
– TOIL policy for approved additional hours worked;
– Pension contribution;
– Opportunities for professional development.
How to Apply
Please submit:
– An up-to-date CV
– A covering letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role
– Applications should be sent to info@alloafirst.co.uk
– Closing Date: 5 th June 2026
– Interviews: w/c 15 th June 2026
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Diane Brown via info@alloafirst.co.uk.
Alloa First BID is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Any personal data submitted as part of the recruitment process will be processed in line with GDPR requirements and used solely for recruitment purposes.
