Head of events Work, Jobs in Edinburgh, Sct (with Salaries)

Head of Events
Sodexo —Edinburgh
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Hospitality
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11d
Head of Hospitality & Events
BaxterStorey UK —Edinburgh
- £40,000 - £45,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Hotel
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Head of Facilities
School Talent —Edinburgh
- £50,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- School
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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13d
Head of Marketing
Novolex —Edinburgh
- £60,000 - £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Computer networking
- Computer skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Flexible schedule
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VacancyTitle: Head of Access
National Library of Scotland —Edinburgh
- £53,853 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
7d
VacancyTitle: Head of Public Programmes
National Library of Scotland —Edinburgh
- £53,853 a year
- Full-time
- Project management
- Annual leave
7d
Recruitment and Admissions Administrator (Permanent)
Edinburgh College —Edinburgh
- £28,726 - £30,162 a year
- Part-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Free parking
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13d
Head Of Operations - EICC
Levy —Edinburgh
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Head of Operational Resilience & Continuity
FNZ —Edinburgh
- Full-time
- Military
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
13d
Philanthropy Officer
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh —Edinburgh
- £30,412 a year
- Call to connect
- Hybrid work
- No degree
- Travel
- IT
- Annual leave
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Academy Kit Manager
Heart of Midlothian FC —Edinburgh
- Weekend availability
- Management
- English
- Driving
- Free parking
- Store discount
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6d
Senior Philanthropy Officer
George Watson's College —Edinburgh
- £36,721 - £41,838 a year
- Full-time
- CRM software
- Data analysis skills
- Preschool
- Annual leave
External Communications & Content Manager
Nadara —Edinburgh
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- Communication skills
Senior Policy Officer - Scottish and Northern Irish Affairs
Information Commissioner's Office —Edinburgh
- £44,297 - £56,082 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
14h
Policy and Strategy Leads
Public Sector Resourcing —Edinburgh
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
3d
Senior Philanthropy Officer
School Talent —Edinburgh
- £36,721 - £41,838 a year
- Full-time
- CRM software
- Data analysis skills
- Preschool
- Annual leave
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Operations Manager
Specialized Signs Ltd —Newbridge
- £40,000 - £48,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Employee discount
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Head Chef
School Talent —Edinburgh
- £36,470 - £39,205 a year
- Hospitality
- Management
- Team management
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Project Coordinator (Here4U)
Harmeny Education Trust —Edinburgh
- £32,600 - £35,324 a year
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Social media management
- Administrative experience
- Employee discount
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6d
First Aid Trainer Franchisees
Physical Education Scotland —Edinburgh
- Up to £300 a day
- Part-time
- Education
- First Aid Certification
- IT
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Head of Events

Sodexo -
Edinburgh

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Job details

Full-time
11 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Word
Hospitality
Microsoft Excel
Sales
First aid
Catering
Profit & loss
Team management
Personal Licence

Full job description

Job Introduction

Job Description

Job Title: Head of Events
Location: Edinburgh and working across the east of Scotland.
40 Hours per week / 5 over 7days
Competitive Salary
10% Bonus plus £1,300 flexible benefits fund and Car allowance

Job Introduction

Heritage Portfolio is looking for a passionate, commercially minded and people-focused Head of Events to lead our events operations across a prestigious venue portfolio in the East of Scotland.

This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment, knows how to build brilliant teams, and has the commercial confidence to deliver outstanding client partnerships, memorable guest experiences and strong financial performance.

As Head of Events, you will lead, develop and inspire teams across our venue cluster, ensuring every event is delivered safely, consistently and to the highest standard. You will work closely with clients to understand their ambitions, identify opportunities for growth, and create venue-specific strategies that strengthen partnerships and support long-term success.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality leader who is creative, resilient and always looking for ways to improve — someone who shares our belief in “Never Standing Still.

What You'll Do:

Leading, developing and motivating management teams across operations, culinary, coordination and finance
Building strong, trusted relationships with clients and identifying opportunities for contract growth and retention
Driving consistent, high-quality event delivery across the venue cluster
Managing multi-site financial performance, including P&L, forecasting, analysis and cost control
Identifying efficiencies and revenue growth opportunities across the portfolio
Supporting creative, innovative food and beverage propositions that enhance the customer experience
Championing a zero-harm culture and ensuring compliance with food safety, health, safety and hygiene standards
Recruiting, training and developing team members in line with business needs and individual development plans
Supporting talent, succession planning, engagement and retention across your teams
Continuously improving ways of working, systems and processes to deliver operational excellence

What You Bring:

Essential:

Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing a team in the hospitality industry
Strong commercial background with responsibility for managing multisite P&L
A passionate interest in the catering industry – knowledge of current trends and interest in the hospitality world
Demonstrable experience in a high-volume hospitality and retail catering environment
A competent communicator and ability to present to colleagues, peers and clients
Evidence of being organised and possess excellent planning skills
Ability to competently use Microsoft Word, Excel , Power point and Email
Proven record of managing a team encompassing operations, culinary, coordination and finance
Ability to motivate a team of mixed abilities and personalities

Desirable:

Experience of event costing, event design or large-scale event planning
Experience supporting sales and marketing plans
The ability to identify and maximise revenue opportunities
Experience training and developing teams
First aid or personal licence qualifications
A highly polished, professional and dependable approach
The ability to produce accurate work under pressure and to tight deadlines

Why work for us?

Here, you’ll have the freedom to excel on your terms, making meaningful contributions that resonate with your passions and professional goals. Join us and become part of something larger, where purpose drives your work, and your growth is supported every step of the way.

We’re creators of exceptional experiences and passionate about great food. Just like our experiences, our people are one of a kind. Bring your personality, unique background, and enthusiasm for delighting others. In return, we’ll provide everything you need to succeed at Sodexo Live! we’re more than a team, we’re a community. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer, dedicated to challenging perceptions of disability and creating opportunities for disabled individuals to achieve their aspirations. As part of this commitment, we offer a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Sodexo Live! where exceptional service meets unforgettable experiences!

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