Edinburgh Event Manager: Lead, Delight & Deliver

Pertemps Edinburgh Contracts; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Edinburgh Contracts is seeking an organised and confident Event Manager for a full-time role in Edinburgh. You will coordinate event operations, lead staff during service, and manage set-up, schedules and clear-down, delivering high standards of guest experience.

The ideal candidate has experience in event management or hospitality supervision, with strong leadership and excellent communication. You will stay professional under pressure and ensure every occasion runs smoothly from start

Qualifications

• Experience in event management or hospitality supervision.
• Strong leadership and organisational abilities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Professional, reliable, and confident under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate event operations and ensure everything runs smoothly.
• Lead and support event staff throughout service.
• Manage event set-up, schedules and clear-down.
• Ensure guests receive a high standard of service.
• Handle issues calmly and professionally.
• Maintain presentation and service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Job description

Pertemps Edinburgh Contracts is seeking an organised and confident Event Manager for a full-time role in Edinburgh. You will coordinate event operations, lead staff during service, and manage set-up, schedules and clear-down, delivering high standards of guest experience.

The ideal candidate has experience in event management or hospitality supervision, with strong leadership and excellent communication. You will stay professional under pressure and ensure every occasion runs smoothly from start