Admin Event Assistant

Pertemps are working with our public sector client to recruit an Admin Event Assistant on a temporary basis.

📍 Location: Edinburgh city centre (office based)
🕒 Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm
💷 Pay Rate: £14.51 per hour 
📅 Duration: Temporary 6 months
🔑 Start Date: End of July

We’re looking for an organised and detail-focused Admin Event Assistant to support the delivery of Edinburgh’s public space and event operations.

About the Role

As part of the Event and Public Space Operations team, you will provide essential administrative support to ensure the smooth coordination of public space use and event applications across the city. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to help maintain high-quality service delivery.

Key responsibilities:

Supporting the Event and Public Space Operations team
Taking and distributing minutes of meetings
Providing admin support for event and public space applications
Managing documentation, approvals, and record control
Liaising with event organisers via email and telephone
Maintaining accurate stakeholder and contact records
Handling customer and stakeholder enquiries in line with procedures
Supporting specifications, quality checks, and contract documentation
Assisting with procurement and tender support where required
Supporting web pages and public event calendars
You’ll need:

Previous administrative experience in a customer-facing environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Minute-taking experience
Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure
Confidence working with a range of stakeholders
Professional and organised approach
Working Environment

Primarily office based, with occasional work from partner sites. Some evening or weekend work may be required during live events. The role involves managing time-sensitive queries and maintaining accurate records.

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed