Our lead manager for events leads the strategic direction for the events team to deliver an uplifting gymnastics experience through championships, competitions and showcase events for the Scottish Gymnastics community. The role holder will manage and deliver a successful programme of 30+ events annually. Ensuring effective relationship management with key stakeholders to deliver high-quality events to our members.
Scottish Gymnastics is the governing body responsible for all levels of gymnastics activity in Scotland. We are a close-knit team whose purpose is to make our sport enjoyable, safe, and open to everyone. We are looking for someone who shares our values of inclusive, supportive, and aspirational to help us achieve our vision of an uplifting gymnastics experience for all.
The role holder will directly manage the events, logistics and facility manager and two events administrators along with a network of contractors who support both the planning and delivery of the Scottish Gymnastics events programme. Leading and managing people and the ability to develop strong, effective relationships with the gymnastics community is key.
As lead manager for events, you will have demonstrable knowledge and experience in project and events management, budget management, event governance, operational planning, funding bids, and managing multi-disciplinary freelance event teams. A prior knowledge of gymnastics would be advantageous.
Appointment is subject to a satisfactory PVG scheme membership. Full candidate pack can be found on our website which includes the job description. Closing date is 31 August. Please submit a CV and covering letter.
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edinburgh EH14 1BZ
