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 .