Christmas Co-ordinator - Fixed Term Contract

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Elior Stadia - Bringing the Buzz to Matchdays & More Scottish Gas Murrayfield is one of Scotland's most iconic venues, delivering world-class events all year round. As we prepare for our busy festive season, we are looking for a driven and organised Events Executive to support the planning, sales and delivery of our Christmas events programme.
This is a fixed-term role focused on creating, selling and delivering a memorable Christmas offering, including party nights, private festive events and corporate celebrations.
You will play a key role across the full event lifecycle - from generating enquiries and converting sales, through to coordinating suppliers and ensuring seamless event delivery.
Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7 | 37.5 Hours Per Week - Fixed Term Contract until 18 January 2027 What you'll be doing As our Events Executive, you'll support the full event lifecycle - from generating enquiries and securing bookings through to coordinating suppliers and delivering seamless events.
Sales & Revenue Generation Support the promotion and sale of Christmas party nights and private festive events Respond to inbound enquiries and convert them into confirmed bookings Proactively generate new business through outreach, networking and client engagement Prepare proposals, quotations and contracts tailored to client requirements Work towards and support delivery of revenue targets for the festive season Event Planning & Coordination Plan and coordinate all aspects of Christmas events from confirmation through to delivery Liaise with internal teams (operations, catering, marketing) to ensure smooth execution Coordinate external suppliers including entertainment, décor, AV and theming Develop event schedules, function sheets and operational briefs Ensure all event details are captured accurately and communicated effectively Administration & Reporting Maintain accurate records of enquiries, bookings and client interactions within the CRM system Track sales performance and support reporting on revenue and conversion Maintain strong organisation of event documentation and timelines What can you bring? We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, hands-on and passionate about delivering exceptional service.
Essential Experience in events, sales, hospitality or a customer-facing role Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Confident working with clients and delivering a high level of service Commercially aware with an interest in sales and revenue generation Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Desirable Experience delivering large-scale or seasonal events (e.g. Christmas parties, corporate events) Knowledge of venue or event operations Experience coordinating suppliers and event logistics Familiarity with CRM systems What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is: Proactive and hands-on Creative and detail-focused Organised and able to juggle multiple priorities Excited by both the sales and delivery side of events Contract Details Fixed-term contract - 8 months Includes support across key festive event delivery period Flexibility required, including evenings and weekends during peak event times Ref: 6445 What's in it for you? A unique opportunity to lead and deliver a high-profile Christmas events programme Work at one of Scotland's most iconic venues Gain end-to-end experience across sales and event delivery Be part of a fast-paced, collaborative and energetic team
Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks! At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here's what's waiting for you: Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work! Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule. Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days. Leave for life's important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected. Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about. Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career. Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks. Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance. Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel! One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage. Why You'll Love Working Here We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK , serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.
And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.
Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you! We Celebrate You! At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.
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Location:
Edinburgh
Job Type:
PartTime

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