Accreditation Assistant
Support the smooth operation of the 2026 Edinburgh event accreditation for performer groups, military, cultural/arts agencies and multi-agency groups
- Job type
- Seasonal
- Location
- 1-3 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh
- Reports to
- Senior Events Manager / Accreditation Manager
- Salary
- £13.45 per hour
Duration
This is a temporary position from 28 April - 10 September 2026. The normal working week is 35 hours between 09:00-17:00 Monday to Friday. However, in the immediate lead up to and during the event period (July-August) you will be required to work additional (paid) hours including evenings and weekends.
Job Purpose Summary
To assist with a range of tasks to support the smooth operation of the 2026 Edinburgh event accreditation under the general direction of the Senior Events Manager and Accreditation Manager. The role involves extensive contact with performer groups, military, cultural/arts agencies and multi-agency groups for all accreditation requirements.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Administration of the microsite and accreditation system for performers and staff.
- Manage communications with performers and contractors for accreditation.
- Attend all accreditation meetings alongside Accreditation Manager.
- Support preparation of key event documents.
- Co-ordinate deliveries/collection to the office and other locations.
- Support Accreditation Manager with printing of all passes and distribution.
- Lead on troubleshooting accreditation queries during Castle Concerts and the Tattoo.
- Deputising accreditation requirements when Accreditation Manager is offsite and overseeing Site staff training of accreditation system.
- Other duties relating to the event as reasonably required by your manager.
- Represent the company positively in interaction with performer groups, seasonal staff, event contractors and partner organisations.
Essential Criteria
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work to instruction and deadline.
- Excellent administration and computer skills.
- Attentive to detail.
- Experience in customer service.
- English at Higher/A level (or equivalent).
Desirable Criteria
- RFIdentikit or similar accreditation software experience.
- Event support experience.
- Experience working for The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Deadline for applications: Sunday 22 February 2026