Executive Office and Stakeholder Manager

Since 1947, the Edinburgh International Festival has existed to promote the exchange of ideas and deepen understanding between cultures through an unparalleled global celebration of exceptional performing arts. We are the original festival and bring some of the most exciting and creative artists working today to audiences from around the world.

Each August, we present the finest and most original performers and ensembles from the worlds of opera, music, dance and theatre over three weeks in venues across the city of Edinburgh. Throughout the rest of the year, we devise bespoke experiences to inspire our audiences and communities, to unlock their creativity and cultural curiosity. Our vision is simple: to provide the deepest experience of the highest quality art for the broadest possible audience.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, highly organised, proactive, and professional Executive Office and Stakeholder Manager to provide high level administrative and operational support to the Executive Office team comprising the Festival Director, Chief Executive, Head of Strategy and External Affairs Manager.

The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the organisation maintains and builds positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders and will act as the primary point of contact for the Executive Office, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration.

This role acts as the primary link and channel of communication between the Festival Director and Chief Executive and internal and external stakeholders and supports the work of the Head of Strategy and External Affairs Manager. This role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities with a high level of discretion and attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service.