Multi-sector recruiter Search Consultancy has signed a Tier 2 deal to become the official recruitment agency for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games as the recruitment programme to fill 1,044 jobs begins, with 1,044 days to go.

The UK multi-sector recruitment specialist, headquartered in Glasgow, will be responsible for attracting and recruiting 1,044 people from now until the Opening Ceremony on 23 July 2014.

Roles range from technical sporting roles to corporate positions to event management.

Jobs will be advertised locally and via the Glasgow 2014 website at glasgow2014.com/jobs and recruitment begins from today.

Glasgow 2014 chief executive David Grevemberg says: “We have 1,044 days until the Opening Ceremony and I am delighted to announce that Search has officially become part of our Glasgow 2014 Family to recruit 1,044 jobs for the Organising Committee.

“It goes without saying that Search will help us deliver a huge economic boost to Glasgow and Scotland in recruiting these 1,044 jobs, and leave a lasting and positive legacy for the Scottish workforce.”

Simone Lockhart, managing director of Search Consultancy in Scotland, says: “Today marks the start of the search for enthusiastic, talented and skilled people to come and work for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. We’re delighted to be providing the official recruitment services and are committed to finding the very best people to deliver an exceptional Games for the city of Glasgow.

“Each and every one of the 1,044 roles we’re recruiting for will provide someone with a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting once-in-a-lifetime event. As a company established in Glasgow, we’re proud to be associated with something of this scale which will undoubtedly make history for the city and its people.”