£15/hr
City of Edinburgh, Scotland
Temporary, Variable

Events Officer

Posted by Reed.

Events Officer

£15 per hour + holiday pay

Based in Edinburgh with regular travel and option of home-working

Reed Business Support are pleased to be working on a unique role within the Events sector. Working with a Rural and Agricultural organisation, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing support with events, both in terms of planning and set-up. Due to a busy Summer schedule, the role will involve regular travel throughout Scotland to trade and industry shows so candidates must have a UK driving license and be comfortable driving a van.

This position is expected to last until November with the possibility of extension. This is a fantastic role for Events candidates who are comfortable with travel and want to work for a modern, welcoming employer.

  • Start date: ASAP
  • Hours: 37 per week (some weekend and evening work may be required, with time off in lieu)

Key responsibilities:

  • On-Site Events Support:

  • Taking responsibility for various parts of event set up

  • Driving van with event equipment to venues throughout Scotland

  • Constructing and dismantling materials (audio visual equipment, event stalls etc.)

  • Working proactively at events to remediate any issues including acquiring more supplies

  • Ensuring that event set-up matches pre-agreed brief to best display appropriate messaging and design

  • Office based duties:

  • Working closely with Head of Communications to coordinate upcoming events

  • Liaising with suppliers and vendors to ensure events are prepared beforehand

  • Liaising with internal parties to understand requirements for upcoming events

  • Maintaining internal systems

  • Uploading information to platforms like Eventbrite

Person specifications:

  • Previous experience working in Events
  • Full UK Driving License and willingness to drive a van to rural Scottish areas
  • Previous experience setting up AV equipment
  • Ability to follow schematic diagrams to support with event set up
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with others
  • Good administrative skills

If you meet the person specifications and are interested in this role, please apply now or contact Courtney Gair on .