Full Time

Customer Service Team Leader – Islander UK

About Islander

Islander is a proudly Scottish accessories brand, designed and headquartered in Edinburgh. Through our retail stores and workshop experiences across Scotland, we create personalised accessories inspired by heritage craftsmanship and modern design.

With multiple stores and workshops already established and new London locations launching soon, Islander is entering a significant phase of growth.

Customer experience sits at the heart of our brand.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Customer Service Team Leader to lead our Head Office Customer Service function and support the next stage of our expansion.

This role provides both leadership and operational oversight. You will set direction for the department while maintaining clear visibility of day-to-day performance, ensuring communication, structure and service standards remain strong as volume increases.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and developing the Customer Service team

Overseeing all customer communication across email, phone and social media

Managing workshop bookings and customer diaries to ensure smooth scheduling

Supervising order processing, returns and stock-related enquiries

Liaising with retail, wholesale and warehouse teams

Introducing structure, reporting and continuous improvement

Preparing the department for increased demand as new stores open

This is a role for someone comfortable taking ownership, driving performance and building capability within a growing business.

Requirements

Proven management or supervising experience within a customer service environment

Strong operational and organisational capability with the ability to inspire and guide the team effectively

Confident decision-maker with excellent communication skills

Demonstrated ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism and tact.

Able to manage workload, priorities and team performance effectively

Commercially aware and solutions-focused

Comfortable working in a fast-moving retail environment

This position offers an engaging environment where leadership, communication, and analytical skills are valued highly. We seek dedicated individuals eager to make a meaningful impact on our organisation’s success through exceptional customer service delivery.

Boatmaster

Scottish Canals are the custodians of the nation’s canal network and surrounding estates. Our vision is to invest in the canal network to generate lasting benefit for people and communities; celebrating their industrial heritage, ensuring they offer quality green and blue spaces for people and communities and contribute to Scotland’s resilience in tackling climate change.

Our success is rooted in valuing the contributions of our entire team – we care, we create, and we collaborate to continue to deliver a whole range of activities from boating, paddling, walking and wheeling to living and playing and improving what the canals have to offer to our visitors and communities. We also work collaboratively with our partners and stakeholders to contribute to a wealthier, fairer, greener and more resilient Scotland.

As an employer we offer a truly unique opportunity to be part of our team, help us realise our vision and contribute to safeguarding our heritage and ensuring our canals flourish now and in the future.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Boatmaster to join our Destinations team at The Falkirk Wheel. You will deliver an excellent overall boat experience to customers, which is available seven days a week. Working efficiently and to well defined standards, you will promote a safe, secure, and enjoyable customer experience which actively contributes to the generation of revenue. Promote Scottish Canals products and services and have a clear focus on commercial opportunities that will add to the excellent customer experience while bringing enhanced commercial benefit to Scottish Canals.

The Boat Operation has a key role in presenting The Falkirk Wheel and Scottish Canals to the public and you should be comfortable in dealing with an audience of visitors and ensuring that they receive a memorable experience on The Falkirk Wheel.

The role is offered on a permanent basis, and with a starting salary of £31,272 (£32,367 from April 2026)(Band C) plus 11.25% Variable Hours allowance and £850 Outdoor Working allowance. Working hours are annualised over a flexible rostering pattern

Scottish Canals offer a generous annual leave entitlement of 32 days, plus 6 public holidays, along with enhanced sick pay, discounted shopping vouchers, health cash plan and a contributory pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution.

Primary responsibilities of the role:

Retain valid BML, ML5 and associated certificates.
To be aware of, and adhere to, the contents of the Domestic Passenger Ships Safety Management Code.
Responsible to the Duty Manager TFW for the safety of passengers, crew, and vessel.
To ensure the safe conduct of the vessel.
The authority to make decisions regarding the safety of the vessel and all persons aboard, especially in the event of an emergency developing.
To maintain communication with the Duty Manager TFW, and TFW Control Room.
To ensure that a safety announcement is delivered either electronically or personally, before, or shortly after departure/sailing.
To carry out training and vessel familiarisation of new and seasonal crew.
To oversee, and take responsibility for pre-start, operational and shut-down procedures, defect, accident and incident reporting, and the completion and forwarding of all relevant documentation including vessel daily log sheet. See Annexes 1-5 (copies in Boat onboard DSM folder).
To take responsibility for maintaining the vessel to high standards of cleanliness and appearance whilst in their charge.
To carry out fuelling procedures and the monitoring of fuel levels in each vessel.
Qualifications and knowledge required:

Boat Masters Licence and associated MCA certificates (essential).
Inland Waterway Helmsman (desirable).
Accident/Incident & Near Miss Reporting experience.
Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Valid driving licence appropriate for vehicle to be driven.
Skills and experience required:

Proven experience in a customer facing role within leisure or customer service environment.
Strong teamwork ethic.
Ability to manage time efficiently.
Excellent communication skills.
Cross functional working experience.

Qualities & abilities required:

Judgement regarding safety in using and operating equipment in line with Scottish Canals defined standards and procedures.
Judgement regarding upward referral of issues to line management for further guidance.
Use of initiative in applying and maintaining high levels of customer service.
Co-operate with and support colleagues within main function.
Deal with enquiries and comments from customers in a professional manner providing appropriate information and guidance.
Co-operate with and support business to business customers to ensure Scottish Canals interests are protected.
Co-operate with and support colleagues from other teams outside of main function.
Work as part of a 7 day rota.
Participate in call-out rota.

Scottish Canals reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Head of Operations

Location: On-site at Kirkliston, EH29 9ER
Sector: Family Visitor Attraction / Seasonal Festival Events

Hours: 40 hours per week with evening and weekend working during events.
Reporting to: Managing Director
Executive Level: Senior Leadership Team

Salary: £50k – £55k + performance bonus

::::: About Us :::::

Conifox Adventure Park is entering its most ambitious phase of growth.

With 250,000 annual visitors and a clear plan to exceed 400,000, we are scaling from a successful regional attraction into Scotland’s most compelling seasonal event destination.

To deliver that growth, we are seeking an exceptional Head of Operations to professionalise systems, elevate standards, and execute high-volume seasonal events at scale.

This is not a maintenance role.

This is a build-and-scale role.

You will sit on the Senior Leadership Team and play a critical part in shaping how Conifox grows over the next three years.

Conifox comprises of four operational departments:

Adventure Park : Outdoor and indoor play experiences
Events : High-volume seasonal festivals and immersive experiences
Hospitality : Multi-outlet food & beverage operations
Estates : Maintenance, compliance, finance and marketing
Our seasonal events portfolio includes major events Easter, Iconic Festival, FoxFest, Pumpkin Days, Fireworks Nights, Terror Scream Park and Christmas attracting tens of thousands of visitors per event.

We have invested heavily in infrastructure, systems and capability to support this expansion.

::::: The Role :::::

The Head of Operations will lead operational excellence across the entire site while project-managing the build and live delivery of major seasonal events.

You will oversee departmental managers across Adventure Park, Events, Hospitality, Estates Maintenance and Marketing, ensuring operational discipline, commercial performance and safe execution.

This is a visible, hands-on leadership role requiring strong site presence during live trading and event periods reducing the need for Managing Director intervention.

::::: Key Responsibilities :::::

Operational Leadership

Lead daily operational performance by setting, recording and monitoring operational standards across presentation, cleanliness, signage, safety and visitor facilities.
Embedding world-class guest experience standards by maintaining a visible presence across the site during live operations and events.
Working collaboratively with department managers to set and maintain standards, plan builds by setting achievable timescales and budgets.
Ensuring full Health & Safety compliance by putting into practice safety consultants’ advice.

Health, Safety and Compliance

Provide operational oversight and consistency of health and safety practices across the site.
Lead and support Department Managers in maintaining safe systems of work and compliance documentation.
Monitor safety standards through site presence, drills and incident reviews.
Coordinate fire drills, emergency planning and learning reviews alongside Department Managers.
Act as the designated responsible person on site in the absence of MD.
Ensure incidents and accidents are recorded, investigated and followed up with actions assigned appropriately
Challenge unsafe practices and escalate unresolved risks
Coordinate contractor safety, servicing and statutory compliance

Event Delivery

Project manage the delivery of major seasonal events by working with the MD and events manager to design and plan successful builds.
Ensure events and associate infrastructure are designed with optimal visitor flow and convenience in mind.
Maintain practical operational systems, checklists and procedures that support live delivery.
Ensure procedures are followed and evidenced consistently
Supporting Departmental Managers to formulate optimal staffing plans.
Support managers with P&L accountability.
Support cost-aware operational decisions without reducing standards.
Ensuring events launch on time and operate smoothly with effective team and external supplier management.

Capital Projects & Infrastructure

Translating creative concepts into organised and achievable project plans.
Managing contractors and associated timelines.
Delivering builds on schedule and within approved budgets.
Ensuring operational readiness before launch ensuring sufficient rehearsal time.

Leadership & Culture

Leading and inspiring department heads to deliver operational excellence that exceeds visitors’ expectations.
Fostering a culture of accountability and performance.
Support departmental teams with live issues and decision-making.
Acting as a calm force during peak trading periods.

::::: Who We’re Looking For :::::

We’re seeking a commercially sharp, highly organised senior operator with experience in:

Visitor attractions, live events, hospitality, theme parks or large-scale leisure environments.
Project management experience.
Leading multi-department operational teams.
Holding P&L responsibility.
You will be:

Organised and professional.
Calm and decisive under pressure.
Comfortable leading during peak trading intensity.
Energised by growth and operational transformation.

::::: What Success Looks Like :::::

Within 12 months you will have:

Clear planning systems in place for all major seasonal events.
Embed and track clear operational KPIs.
Delivered a major seasonal event flawlessly.
Completed a capital project on time and on budget.
Improved efficiency and margin.

::::: Package :::::

Competitive salary.
Performance-linked bonus.
28 days of annual leave.
Senior leadership influence.
Opportunity to shape a growing attraction brand.
Job Type: Full-time

::::: Benefits :::::

Company events
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Painter

Thank you for your interest in the post of Painter with Historic Environment Scotland that will be based in Arbroath Abbey. This is a permanent position.

The Monument Conservation Unit (MCU) based in Arbroath is tasked with the responsibility for conservation, maintenance and presentation works at Arbroath Abbey, one of Historic Environment Scotland’s flagship monuments. You will assist with conservation and routine maintenance works to HES monuments in the Arbroath Depot area including Edzell Castle, Claypotts Castle and Meigle Museum.

Head of Finance

Reports to: Director of Corporate Services
Hours: Full time (37.5hrs/week), permanent. Standard working hours are 09:00 – 17:30 Monday – Friday.
Salary: £42,000 – £50,000 p.a. dependent on experience.
Deadline: The deadline for application is 5pm Wednesday 11th March. Interviews to be held w/c 16th March.

The Head of Finance is responsible for the day-to-day management of the finance function for Dynamic Earth Enterprises Ltd and Dynamic Earth Charitable Trust, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across the organisation.

Alongside the day-to-day finances the Head of Finance will play a key role in identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, utilise digital tools and improve reporting efficiency. Additionally, they will support the are ongoing fundraising campaigns and capital projects that look to transform and sustain our science centre as we progress through our new strategy Beginning to Mend.

From corporate events, seasonal trails and retail offerings to time-machines, science clubs and icebergs, Dynamic Earth is a workplace like no other! There is always an adventure around the corner and a unique challenge to solve.

We’re looking for someone who has strong experience in managing a finance team and business partnering. This is a practical and hands-on management role where the Head of Finance will collaborate with other departments to ensure the smooth running of the business and help create extraordinary experiences such as Seasonal Events and Planetarium Lates.

Could you be that person? If the answer is year, then we look forward to receiving your application and to meeting you in person soon.

Organisational structure

Dynamic Earth has four directorates: Corporate Services, Visitor Experience & Events, Fundraising & Marketing, and Learning & Engagement. Reporting to the Corporate Services Director, this role will manage and oversee all financial processes and procedures whilst collaborating with the other Heads of Department in ensuring the smooth running of the day-to-day within the organisation.

Duties and responsibilities

Day-to-Day Financial Management – Oversee the effective running of all day-to-day finance operations, including the accurate and timely processing of monthly and reviewing and approving weekly payroll.
Financial Reporting – Lead financial reporting across the organisation, including: balance sheet reconciliations, preparation of Management Accounts, reporting on fundraising campaigns and project expenditure and ad hoc financial analysis and project reporting as required.
Budgeting / Forecasting – Produce the annual budgeting and reforecasts, providing financial analysis and insight. Ownership of the budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance of seasonal events and Planetarium Lates, ensuring commercial viability and effective cost control.
Process Improvement – Lead the ongoing modernisation of finance systems and processes, with a strong focus on digitalisation and integration across platforms. Drive the reduction and elimination of paper-based processes, streamline workflows, and strengthen financial controls through automation and improved systems connectivity.
Business Partnering– Partner with senior leaders and departmental managers to support effective financial management. Provide insight, challenge, and guidance to ensure strong budgetary control and informed decision-making.
Compliance – Ensure full compliance with accounting standards, Charities SORP, and all relevant tax regulations, including VAT, PAYE, NIC, Gift Aid, and Import Duties.
Team Management – Manage and develop the Finance Team, setting clear objectives, conducting regular performance reviews, and implementing structured training and development plans.
Strategic Leadership – Develop and deliver a clear finance team strategy aligned with the wider organisational strategy, ensuring the function effectively supports long-term goals.
Annual Accounts & Audit – Act as the primary contact for the annual audit process. Collaborate with external auditors in the preparation and completion of statutory accounts, including group consolidation, ensuring compliance with relevant reporting standards.

Essential skills

Professional Qualification – Fully qualified accountant (CA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), with up-to-date technical knowledge and a strong understanding of current accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
Financial Experience – A minimum of five years’ experience in a similar role, with demonstrable expertise in budgeting, financial reporting, and the preparation of annual statutory accounts.
People Management – Proven experience of effective line management, with the ability to support, develop, and motivate colleagues. Committed to fostering a high-performing team culture where individuals are empowered to reach their full potential.
Budget Management – Strong experience in developing annual and project budgets, with the ability to monitor performance and ensure delivery within agreed financial parameters. Able to provide clear financial insight and challenge where required.
Eye for Detail – Highly detail-oriented with strong professional curiosity. Brings a critical and analytical approach to financial oversight, ensuring accuracy, control, and continuous improvement across operations.
Belief in our Values and associated behaviours – Demonstrates a genuine commitment to our organisational Values of Passion, Caring, and Inclusivity. Leads by example in embedding these behaviours, contributing to a positive, collaborative, and inclusive culture.

Desirable skills

Charity Experience – Experience of working within a charity with multi-stream income environment is desirable.
Systems Experience – Candidates would benefit from experience with Sage 200 Standard, Sage 50 Payroll, Sage HR & Microsoft Teams.
Passion for Dynamic Earth – We are keen for colleagues to value the public purpose of the Charity and be supportive of From Beginning to Mend, our ten-year strategy.
Belief in the importance of STEM – We are keen for colleagues to see science skills as the gateway to careers for the young learners we support, and for STEM to be a brilliant way to ensure Scotland has the skills to drive an effective society and economy.
Desire to build a professional network – We are keen for you to visit other attractions, know market trends and build a strong peer network where you can learn from others, and share knowledge too.

To apply please send a CV and covering letter to Anastasia Rocke – Corporate Service Director – to peopleandculture@dynamicearth.org.uk detailing why you are the best candidate for the position.

Stonemason – Blackness Castle

Thank you for your interest in the post of Stonemason with Historic Environment Scotland at Blackness Castle. This is a permanent and pensionable appointment.

You will be involved in planning, organising and conducting masonry repairs within Blackness Castle and the wider remit of HES sites. This could range from pointing and conservation works to dressing stone in the workshops ready for upcoming projects.

Visitor Experience Retail Supervisor

Muckle Brig Ltd – including Port of Leith Distillery, Lind & Lime Distillery and other sites as required.

ABOUT US

Our company values are at the foundation of everything we do.

We focus on products that we love.
We’re realistic.
We keep our conscience clear.
We achieve everything as a team.
We deal with the difficult stuff first.
We spend our money on the right things.
We invite our friends to parties.

From a single person in a garden shed, our company has grown to include multiple sites, brands, and a team of passionate and talented individuals.

We have so many stories to tell, and communicating those stories is an essential and increasingly complex undertaking. 2026 isn’t slowing down!

THE ROLE
We are seeking a proactive and experienced VE Retail Supervisor to join our team. This role is focused on motivating the retail team to achieve performance targets, managing stock, and supporting retail development initiatives. You will work closely with the VE and Operations team, ensuring smooth execution of retail activities and supporting the wider visitor experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

PRODUCT RANGE AND DEVELOPMENT
Drive development of product range ideas and merchandising concepts.
Attend product range meetings focusing on retail offerings.
Provide input and feedback on new product proposals from a retail perspective.
Responsible for delivering spend per head targets and ensuring delivery of retail budget

PERFORMANCE TRACKING AND REPORTING
Track daily and weekly shop spend targets and other retail performance metrics.
Review stock turnover and performance reports, providing insightful feedback and recommendations.
Maintain accurate records and reporting for retail operations.

RETAIL SUPERVISION
Motivate and support VE Associates in retail duties.
Provide guidance and coaching to ensure high performance and customer service standards.
Working closely with the VE Tour Supervisor to coordinate daily team duties

STOCK MANAGEMENT AND FULFILMENT
Manage retail stock counts and ensure accurate stock records kept
Work closely with Operations to ensure stock availability and efficient logistics.

VE SUPPORT
Assist with tour duties as required, ensuring a high-quality visitor experience, including the ability to deliver tours if required.
Ad-hoc duties as requested by the Head of VE.
Ad-hoc VE duty supervision

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE – REQUIRED
Strong organisational and planning skills.
Excellent communication and team motivation abilities.
Ability to interpret retail sales performance reports and provide actionable feedback.
Eligible to work in the UK.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE – DESIRABLE
Previous experience in retail supervision or a similar leadership role.
Experience with retail stock systems and reporting tools.
Experience supporting product development or merchandising.
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and desire to develop analytical skills
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary dependent on experience
29 days holiday per year (inc bank holidays), plus 1 extra day per full year worked
Employee discounts
Employee cask programme
Full training given with CPD opportunities ongoing
This job description is indicative of the nature and level of responsibility associated with the job. It is not exhaustive, and there may be a requirement to undertake other duties as required.

To apply please send your CV and Cover Letter to jobs@mucklebrig.com

Activities & Events Assistant

What we do? Buccleuch is a diverse and innovative business with a passion for sustainable land use in rural Britain. At Bowhill House visitors are spoiled for choice. They can enjoy a woodland walk, marvel at our beautiful gardens, explore the adventure playground, take a guided tour, and treat themselves to home baking and delicious lunches in the Old Kitchen Café or refreshments from The Horsebox.

The role? In this hands-on and varied role, you will support events and children’s activities, coordinate bookings, help set up for events, and generally pitch in where needed to ensure the smooth operation of our visitor services. Alongside administrative responsibilities, you will also work practically and creatively, working outdoors and immersing yourself in the unique character of the estate. While we think this is a full-time role over 5 days per week, we are open to applications from those who would prefer to work 4 days per week. Weekend working is required to support our busiest times, and occasional evening cover for events may also be required.

The person? With experience of planning and running activities, you will be a creative and positive individual with a can-do attitude. Comfortable using your initiative, you will have the confidence to take on practical tasks when needed, and will enjoy a busy and varied workload. You will be great with people, have a good level of IT skills and an organised approach to work. If you’re friendly, calm under pressure, and have a creative flair, we’d love to hear from you!

Why work for us? This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in the stunning surroundings of Bowhill House. We offer excellent benefits including private health cover, six weeks’ holiday, gym and shopping discounts, and wellbeing related support and resources.

How to apply? Please visit our website at www.buccleuch.com/work-with-us/ and click on ‘download information pack’ under the relevant job title for more detail on the role and how to apply. If you decide that this is the role for you, click on ‘Apply Now’ and remember to include a covering letter along with your CV.

The closing date for applications is 10 March 2026.

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Assistant Accountant

Hours: Full Time/ Part Time (4-5 days Per Week)
Duration: Initial 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of a permanent appointment
Pay: Circa £36,000 + Benefits

We are looking for an exceptional Assistant Accountant to join our happy and high-performing Finance team. This position presents a rare opportunity to join The Royal Yacht Britannia (Tripadvisor’s No.1 Visitor Attraction), a leading five-star visitor attraction and exclusive events venue celebrated for its outstanding quality and customer experience, as well as the team behind our sister ship, Fingal—Scotland’s only luxury floating hotel, awarded Scotland’s AA Hotel of the Year 2023/24 and Edinburgh’s No.1 hotel on Tripadvisor.

This role offers an outstanding opportunity to gain broad accounting experience across one of the visitor attraction and hospitality industry’s leading businesses.

Company benefits include:
• 6.6 weeks/33 days pro-rata, annual holiday entitlement (one week/5 days pro-rata more than statutory min).
• Hybrid working opportunities.
• Performance and loyalty payment scheme.
• 10% employer pension contribution, with a choice to contribute up to a further 5% yourself, which would then be matched by us as well! (so 20% potential contribution to your pension).
• Free car parking for staff.
• Up to one week/5 days pro-rata, long service holiday entitlement.
• Life Assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Complimentary tickets and staff discount (Britannia and Fingal Hotel and other luxury hotels).
• Study Support available.

Finance Team
The Finance team is involved in a wide range of activities, ranging from day-to-day financial processing, to playing a role in formulating the organisation’s financial strategy. We provide support to the managers and staff of Britannia and Fingal, who are responsible for delivering exceptional experiences to our visitors. We are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join the friendly team on board (your office would be on Britannia!).

The Assistant Accountant Role
The core purpose of the role is to provide support to the Senior Finance Manager, Finance Manager and wider Finance team in both management and financial accounting disciplines.

Critical to the success of the role will be to gain an active understanding of each department, so that direction and advice can be given on all aspects of month end reporting, budgets, forecasting, and other financial and non-financial matters relating to the development of the company.

Furthermore, the business is in an exciting phase of digital development and as we adopt the automation of traditional accounting processes and embrace real-time reporting, the role will expand and adapt accordingly to support data analysis across the business (including non-finance systems) to ensure sound financial decision making.

The post holder is required to use their initiative and be pro-active in supporting the Senior Finance Manager in seeking to improve the company’s financial position, performance, and mitigation of risks.

The post holder will support the Finance Managers, Managers, and Directors in monitoring and taking remedial action to ensure financial performance meets key corporate performance indicators.

Main Duties, Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
• Working in conjunction with the Senior Finance Manager, Finance Manager, and wider Finance team to ensure the delivery of high standards of transactional processing, as well as providing excellent financial guidance and support to the business.
• Support the Senior Finance Manager and Finance Manager in the preparation of the monthly management accounts, including undertaking tasks such as accruals & prepayments, stock adjustments, fixed assets, and tax, all in accordance with the month end timetable.
• Preparation and review of monthly management information packs for Directors and Managers.
• Post month end, meet with certain Directors to review performance against budget and provide guidance as and when required.
• Support the Senior Finance Manager to ensure the delivery of revenue and capital budgets in accordance with budget timetable.
• Support the Senior Finance Manager in the preparation of the Annual Reports for both the Group and trading subsidiary.
• Own and drive real-time reporting and analytical insights.
• Carrying out ad hoc reporting where required by the Senior Finance Manager or Finance team.
• Take ownership of the company’s aged debt including effective credit control management.
• Take a lead role in developing the Finance teams reporting capabilities from our new Finance system – Access Financials and support wider data analysis across the business through our data warehouse – Analytics.
• Ownership for the Gift Aid process, including month submission and reconciliation.
• Undertaking daily/monthly monitoring of company financial information.
• Supporting the Senior Finance Manager in ensuring that appropriate internal financial controls exist across all departments.
• Preparation of various regulatory returns, including VAT and National Statistics.
• The successful candidate will be trained in other aspects of a busy Finance Office including Accounts Payable, Daily Sales, and Treasury, and will undertake these roles when the other Finance Assistants are on annual leave.
• Carrying out any other duties as may be requested from time to time by the Director of Finance & Administration, Senior Finance Manager and Finance Manager.
• Other ad-hoc duties as required.

Accountability
• The Assistant Accountant is accountable to the Senior Finance Manager.

Qualifications
• Good level of education with at least GCSE/Standard Grade/National 5 English &
Mathematics at Grade 1-3 or equivalent – Essential
• AAT Part Qualified or equivalent experience – Desirable

Experience
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (debits & credits) – Essential
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience at Finance Assistant level or above – Essential
• Ability to use IT systems efficiency and effectively (MS Word, Excel) – Essential
• Experience of using accounting software (we use Access Financials) – Essential
• Ability to work with bespoke IT systems – Essential
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles – Desirable
• Relevant work experience in a similar organisation or background – Desirable

Personal Attributes
• Sound, consistent personal organisation and effective time management.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively and participate fully within a team environment.
• Ability to provide accurate, relevant responses to both the Finance team and external parties.
• Manipulation and presentation of financial data to suit needs of varying recipients.

Personal Qualities
To excel in this role, you will need strong communication skills, a keen eye for detail, good organisational abilities, and a positive, flexible approach to managing a busy and varied workload. It is also essential that you are passionate about delivering excellent internal service, and have a very good sense of humour!

If you feel you have the personality, skills and experience we are looking for, then we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a tailored covering letter outlining why you feel you would be suitable for the role of Assistant Accountant to: jenny.blain@tryb.co.uk.

Attractions & Events Supervisor

32 or 40 hours a week (four or five days)

What we do? With 1,000 acres of history, walks, wellness, shopping, food and adventure, all in a beautiful setting just a few miles from Edinburgh, Dalkeith Country Park is enjoyed and valued by locals and visitors from afar. Whether in search of adventure, play, thrills, food, shopping or restoration, we have something for all.

The role? In this hands-on and varied role, you will welcome visitors and help run activities in our Fort Douglas adventure playground, assisting with children’s birthday parties and other fun-filled seasonal events over Easter, Summer, Halloween and Christmas. Playing a key role in ensuring the needs of our visitors are met, you will respond to enquiries, coordinate bookings, support the coffee cabin, supervise colleagues, and provide general admin support. Regular weekend working is essential.

The person? Friendly, enthusiastic, with an organised approach and an eye for detail, the successful candidate will demonstrate initiative and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people. If you have customer facing experience, good IT & admin skills and an interest in the outdoors then we would love to hear from you. Hospitality experience would be an advantage.

Why work for us? We offer excellent benefits including private health cover, six weeks of holiday, gym and shopping discounts, cycle to work scheme, and wellbeing related support and resources.

How to apply? You’ll find more information about this vacancy on our website www.buccleuch.com/work-with-us/. Just click on the role and download the information pack for full details. If you decide that this is the role for you, click on ‘Apply Now’ and remember to include a covering letter along with your CV. Please include details of your preferred number of days in your application.

The closing date for applications is 6 March.

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Curator – Dawyck Botanic Garden

Join us at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE), a world leading centre for plant science, horticulture and conservation. Dawyck Botanic Garden – renowned for its magnificent arboretum, seasonal beauty and breathtaking woodland walks – welcomes around 40,000 visitors each year. We’re looking for an inspiring Curator to lead this exceptional Garden into its next chapter, shaping its future with creativity, expertise and purpose.

As Curator, you will provide innovative leadership for Dawyck, guiding the planning, care and development of its nationally significant Living Collection. You’ll champion exemplary horticulture, plant conservation and sustainable landscape management while working collaboratively across RBGE to support research, education and public engagement. From biosecurity and climate resilient planting to delivering exceptional visitor experiences, you’ll ensure the Garden continues to thrive in a changing world.

You’ll be an experienced horticultural leader with deep knowledge of temperate trees, shrubs and herbaceous species, alongside strong project management, communication and team development skills. Confident working with scientific collections, you’ll ensure high standards across operations, safety and plant records, while also representing RBGE proudly to partners, stakeholders and the wider community. Your leadership will empower staff, volunteers and students, fostering a collaborative, inclusive and curious culture.

Closing date: Midday (BST) on Wednesday, 11 March 2026
Interview date: 26 March 2026 at Dawyck Botanic Garden

For more information and to apply, please visit our website.

Senior Hospitality and Events Manager – 6 month contract

Eden Scott is delighted to be working with Historic Environment Scotland (HES), the lead public body responsible for investigating, caring for, and promoting Scotland’s historic environment.

HES has a range of responsibilities which include being the custodian of collections of national and international importance as well as managing over 300 properties in their care. Buildings and monuments of national significance include Edinburgh Castle – Scotland’s number one visitor attraction – Neolithic Orkney, Fort George, Melrose Abbey and numerous small local sites, attracting more than 3 million visitors a year.
Many of their venues are available for corporate events, weddings, community events and filming and include Edinburgh & Stirling Castle, Linlithgow Palace and Melrose, Arbroath & Dryburgh Abbey to name a few.

HES now have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Hospitality and Events Manager to join the team in their Edinburgh Head Office on a six-month contract.

This role is within the Marketing & Engagement Directorate, which has primary responsibility for income generation in the organisation. This is an exciting time to join the team with an organisational focus on commercial income.

In this temporary role of Senior Hospitality and Events Manager, you will help shape the future of our hospitality and events strategy. You will lead a team, review their current approach and recommend improvements that will deliver strong commercial results. You will have two direct reports, the Hospitality and Events Manager and the Commercial Contracts Manager. The team consists of 7 people in total and covers commercial events, hospitality, catering contracts and their holiday let business.

Skills and experience required:

We are looking for an experienced Hospitality & Events Manager, or similar from a unique venue, visitor attraction, hotel or similar. A team player with significant leadership skills and commercial acumen.

Excellent salary of £50,386 is on offer plus various generous company benefits including enhanced holidays and pension.

Full time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Eden Scott is dealing exclusively with HES on this vacancy.
For an informal chat please call Sally Rae at Eden Scott: 07776 662506 or email sally.rae@edenscott.com to receive the full job description.