Event Assistant

1 week ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Global Hub Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year

We are seeking an organised, proactive, and detail-oriented Event Assistant to support the planning and delivery of events from conception through to completion. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for events, a strong sense of initiative, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Tasks

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of events across various formats and sizes.

Support the Event Manager and wider team with event logistics, timelines, and budgets.

Liaise with venues, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth event operations.

Manage guest lists, invitations, registrations, and on-site check-ins.

Contribute to event set-up, on-site coordination, and post-event debriefs.

Prepare event documentation including run sheets, schedules, and briefing notes.

Maintain administrative systems, databases, and event materials.

Support marketing and promotional activities where required, including social media and event photography.

Requirements

Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.

A proactive and solutions-focused attitude with high attention to detail.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently when required.

Comfortable working to tight deadlines and adapting to changing requirements.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace; familiarity with event software or design tools is advantageous.

Previous experience in event coordination, hospitality, marketing, or administration is desirable but not essential.

Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends to support event delivery.

Benefits

A dynamic and supportive working environment with opportunities for growth.

Hands-on experience in all aspects of event management.

Exposure to a wide variety of clients, venues, and event types.

Professional development and mentoring from experienced event professionals.

A collaborative, team-oriented culture that values initiative and creativity.

To apply, please submit your CV. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may take place before the closing date.

  • Temporary Events Assistant

    2 days ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Mint People Full time £20,000 - £30,000 per year

    Join Our Candlelight Concerts Event Team Mint People are looking for enthusiastic, friendly, and reliable Event Assistants to work at the elegant and intimate Candlelight Concerts across the UKAs a leading provider of hospitality staff, Mint People is renowned for delivering top-tier talent to the industry. Unlike others, we only recruit when we have work...

  • Event Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Events and Sales Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year

    Join Our Wave: Event CoordinatorAbout Us: Lost Shore is about bringing a world-first and world-beating surf resort to the outskirts of the capital. The largest inland surfing pool in Europe, has arrived next to Europe's largest indoor climbing arena, and is putting Scotland on the map for all the right reasonsIt's the range of other activities and leisure...

  • Bar Staff

    5 days ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Freemans Event Partners Full time £25,600 - £32,000 per year

    Bartender – Casual – Autumn Internationals – Murrayfield Stadium Join Our Bar Team for the Autumn Internationals at Murrayfield Stadium Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium | November 2025 Be part of the excitement at Murrayfield this November Freemans Event Partners is seeking energetic and passionate bartenders to join our team at Scottish Gas...

  • Security Events Officer

    2 hours ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Vigilant Security Full time

    Be Vigilant and join us as a Security Events OfficerLocation: Edinburgh & Surrounding AreasPay: £14.12 per hourFlexible Hours | Full Training | Career Development Opportunities | Work at Premier EventsWho We Are:Vigilant Security is Edinburgh's leading security provider, working behind the scenes at some of the city's most prestigious events and venues....

  • Event Manager Private Catering

    2 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time £28,000 - £32,000 per year

    Job IntroductionJob DescriptionJob Title: Event Manager Private CateringLocation: Private Catering, Heritage Portfolio, 49 North Fort Street, EH6 4HJ£28,000 to £32,000 Salary per annum40hrs / working 5 out 7daysJob IntroductionHeritage Portfolio is looking to recruit an experiencedEvent Managerfor the Private Catering Team inEdinburgh, which is a key team...

  • Operations Manager Retail and Events

    2 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Heritage Portfolio Full time £45,000 - £55,000 per year

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Retail & Events Operations ManagerLocation: Royal Botanic Garden, Arboretum Place, Edinburgh, EH3 5NZCompetitive salary plus Sodexo Benefits40 HoursRequired to work 5 days out of 7, varied days every weekThe world-famous Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh have a fantastic permanent opportunity for a Retail & Events Operations Manager to...

  • Groups & Events Executive

    2 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom 8a0bf5ce-025b-4746-9c92-1b31399fb587 Full time £27,000 - £30,000 per year

    A fantastic opportunity for aGroups and Events Executiveto join our Cluster Commercial OfficeatInterContinental Edinburgh the GeorgeandKimpton Charlotte Square Hotelon a on a Full-Time contractWe are offering£27,494.27 salary,plus a 10% half-yearly bonus of annual base salary.You can check out our instagram pages to have a look at our Edinburgh properties...

  • Event Waiting Staff

    1 week ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The Balmoral Full time £25,500 per year

    Our hotelThe Balmoral is located at Edinburgh's most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street, where the Old Town stops and the New Town begins. Our hotel's majestic clock defines the city's skyline and since the day we opened in 1902 it has run three minutes fast to ensure our guests will never miss their train.Your key responsibilitiesRocco Forte Hotels...

  • Live Events SIA Security Steward

    2 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom G4S Full time £20,000 - £30,000 per year

    £ £14.40 per hourMust hold SIA Door Supervisor LicenceWe are looking to recruit additional SIA Security Stewards to support our current Events Team working at Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh - hosting Terminal V Festival, We Love It Festival, Royal Highland Show and Sam Fender. Additionally you could find yourself supporting the broader music and sports...

  • Event Operations Team Leader

    1 week ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Village Hotels Full time £30,000 - £60,000 per year

    Know how to party? Then we want you Village Hotel Clubs are well known for hosting the best parties in town; from birthday bashes and weddings to sell out tribute nights. Village Hotel Club is where it's at. Our Meetings and Events Team Leaders are responsible for making sure that everything goes off without a hitch, checking that your team have completed...