Full Time

Prestige Brand Development Manager (London)

An Exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Prestige Brand Development Manager (London)

Do you have a deep passion for premium spirits, a strong network in the London On-Trade scene, and a flair for building brands in luxury environments?

Make an impact, fast…

Ian Macleod Distillers is a respected, family-run business behind Glengoyne, Tamdhu, Rosebank and Edinburgh Gin. Decisions are quick and we back creative ideas that move the needle in Prestige. We’re looking for a commercially driven and innovative manager to be responsible for On-Trade Sales and Account Management within Luxury and Prestige to champion our award-winning whisky and gin portfolio across London’s most prestigious venues. If you thrive in a fast-paced, relationship-led environment and have a proven track record of growing brands in the On Trade, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Ian Macleod Distillers Ltd… ‘An international, entrepreneurial, brand-led, successful, sustainable and respected, family business’

If you haven’t already, please browse around our company internet pages and immerse yourself in our colourful history and sample the details of some of our exquisite brands. As we start to tantalise your taste buds and whet your appetite for a career here with us at Ian Macleod Distillers, you will really get to understand just why our team members and customers are indeed so passionate about all things Ian Macleod!

You will own and grow our Tier 1 whisky & gin portfolio across London’s luxury On‑Trade: prestige hotels, fine dining, private members’ clubs and specialist whisky/cigar lounges. This is a commercial, relationship‑led role, not a brand/marketing post.

What you’ll deliver…

Portfolio ownership: Lead growth of Fine & Rare whiskies and core prestige SKUs across ~150 London accounts (including small groups) with full P&L accountability.
Distribution & rate of sale: Win new listings, expand distribution, and drive net margin through joint business planning.
Senior relationships: Deepen ties with F&B Directors, Buyers, GMs and Head Sommeliers; unlock long-term opportunities.
Programming & advocacy: Build sell‑out calendars, host tastings, deliver training, and bring our stories to life in luxury settings.
Cross‑functional wins: Partner with Advocacy/Marketing/RTM to execute commercial plans that convert.
Market intelligence: Track competitor activity and luxury consumer trends to stay ahead.
Representation: Represent the brand at trade events and maintain a strong presence in the field, including evenings and weekends.

What success looks like…

New Tier 1 listings across target segments and rate-of-sale up on priority SKUs.
Margin uplift via mix optimisation and premiumisation.
Standout programmes/activations that become repeatable assets.
A visible, respected presence across the London luxury scene.

About you…

Already operating at prestige/luxury on‑trade management level in spirits, or ready to step up, with evidence.
Demonstrable experience in on‑trade sales/account management for premium spirits (whisky/gin advantageous).
A London luxury network, proven access to senior decision‑makers and you’re comfortable at management level.
Strong commercial acumen with P&L ownership, pricing, negotiation, forecasting.
Confident host/trainer; credible whisky & gin knowledge (WSET Spirits 2/3 welcome).
London field‑based, proactive, and happy covering the evening/weekend hospitality rhythm.

Why join us…

Be part of a passionate, high-performing team with a shared love for premium spirits.
Work with a prestigious portfolio of brands and help shape their presence in the UK’s most iconic venues.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Continuous learning and development opportunities.
A role that offers autonomy, creativity, and the chance to make a real difference.

Next Steps…

To apply for this opportunity, click the ‘apply now’ button to create your own recruitment account with us and submit your application. Please note, that along with your CV, you will need to answer some key questions and submit a tailored cover letter, clearly outlining why your skills and previous experiences are a perfect fit to what we are looking for – remember this is your opportunity to make yourself stand out from the crowd!

Please note, this is an open application window therefore we may close the advert at any point depending on the candidate applications received so our recommendation is that you apply early to ensure you don’t miss out!

Proudly supporting the #OpenToWork movement.

Here at Ian Macleod Distillers (IMD), we are an equal opportunity employer and proud members of the Scotch Whisky Association, Drink Aware and the Portman Group. We have developed our ‘Responsible Spirits’ approach, also following best practice to help shape our commitment to wider social responsibility and industry standards and promoting responsible selling and consumption of alcohol.

***No Agency Contact***

Visitor Operations Manager (HWP)

About us:

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) is a wildlife conservation charity with a bold vision: a world where nature is protected, valued and loved.

Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park are our gateways to the natural world through which people can experience nature.

How you you’ll contribute to our mission:

Manage the visitor operations and day to day commercial functions at Highland Wildlife Park, including admissions, duty management, visitor operations contractor management, events and experiences.

Support the strategic goals of RZSS, position our parks as world-class visitor destinations and strengthen our reputation as a global leader in conservation, science and community engagement.

Some of the things you’ll do:

Support the delivery of the commercial and visitor operations strategy aligned with RZSS’ mission and long-term goals

Achieve agreed financial targets, including admissions donations, Gift Aid and membership income

Identify and assess opportunities for growth, including capital investment projects??

Manage daily visitor operations and commercial functions, ensuring smooth, safe and efficient delivery including opening and closing the site to visitors

Oversee visitor operations contractors, ensuring compliance and value and reporting performance to the contract managers and head of visitor operations and commercial revenue

Embed a five-star customer service culture across the visitor and commercial functions

What we’re looking for:

Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience

Deep understanding of the visitor attraction and retail sectors

Understanding of health and safety, diversity, inclusion and compliance (training can be provided)

Major incident management (training can be provided)

Understanding of catering seasonal fluctuations and food safety, licensing, allergen and wider statutory compliance

Understanding of retail seasonal fluctuations, sales, merchandising and buying

First Aid qualification (can be provided)

Data regulations including GDPR (training can be provided)

Full driving licence

Management in a customer-facing or visitor attraction environment

Duty management (ideally within a visitor attraction)

What you’ll get in return:

Starting pro-rated salary of £46,634 or £47,800 (offer based on experience) with future salary progression up to £51,979 per annum.

37.5hr working week (will require some weekend working).

34 days annual leave (pro rata).

Discount in both retail/catering.

Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), that provide 24-hour counselling and support, including health, legal, finance, wellbeing and family advice.

Employer contributory pension scheme.

You will receive a staff membership which will give you (and family/friends) free (and discounted) entry to both the Highland Wildlife Park and Edinburgh Zoo as well as a number of other Zoo’s across the UK.

If this role excites you and aligns with your career aspirations, click APPLY now.

Provisional Interview date: 22 January 2026

This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including the candidate’s right to work in the UK and Basic Disclosure check.

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland is an equal opportunities employer. Our policy is to recruit a diverse workforce following the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010.

Security Team Leader

Position Title: Security Team Leader
Department: Security
Reports To: Health, Safety & Security Manager
Salary: £38,000
Hours: Full-time position. Applicants must be able to work flexibly, including day shifts, evenings, night shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

The Royal Yacht Britannia is an award-winning, five-star visitor attraction and exclusive evening events venue in Edinburgh, which employs more than 200 staff. This former floating palace of Queen Elizabeth II usually attracts over 300,000 visitors a year from around the world and would normally host circa 100 exclusive evening events per annum.

Britannia provides an exceptional experience for visitors. This dedication to excellence has led to the Royal Yacht being rated as Tripadvisor’s No.1 UK Visitor Attraction 2025.

Purpose of the Role

To lead, coach and develop the Security team, ensuring the safety and security of everyone aboard while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a positive visitor experience.

As Security Team Leader, you will provide a smart, professional, and visible security presence, oversee daily operations, and ensure compliance with security procedures. You will monitor CCTV, manage access control, assist visitors with any queries they may have, either face-to-face whilst moving around the ship, or via the telephone or email. Therefore, good communication skills and a warm friendly attitude are a prerequisite.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead and support the Security team, ensuring adherence to procedures and high standards of professionalism.
• Manage shift rotas, staff allocation, and ensure adequate coverage for all operational hours.
• Provide ongoing coaching, training, and performance feedback to team members.

Safety and Security

• Oversee opening and closing procedures for Britannia and the Visitor Centre.
• Monitor CCTV, alarms, and access control systems; ensure prompt response to suspicious activity or alerts.
• Coordinate emergency procedures, including fire alarms self-investigation, evacuations, and missing person reports.
• Ensure accurate reporting for Security-related matters.
• Identify and report any damage, environmental concerns, or potential risks.
• Assist with the implementation of Martyn’s Law.

Customer Service and Visitor Support

• Promote a calm, reassuring presence and deliver excellent customer service.
• Assist visitors and staff with queries, directions, and information about Britannia and its facilities.
• Handle visitor enquiries professionally and efficiently.

Health and Safety

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and company reporting systems.
• Provide First Aid cover during events or scheduled duties.
• Investigate fire alarms and coordinate response when required.

Collaboration and Communication

• Liaise with other departments and emergency services to maintain safety and operational standards.
• Attend and lead security briefings, training sessions, and team meetings.
• Communicate effectively via radio, phone, and email, always maintaining professionalism.

Compliance and Standards

• Ensure team adherence to company and legal policies, including health & safety, safeguarding, and data protection.
• Maintain uniform and presentation standards across the team.
• Oversee accurate record-keeping using computer and paper-based systems.
• Report staff absences to the appropriate team Manager or Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organised Security office.

Additional Expectations

• Support other duties or emergency tasks as directed by management.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• SIA Licence (or equivalent security qualification) – desirable.
• Experience in a customer-facing role.
• Understanding of the key requirements of Martyn’s Law.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to coach and develop staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; calm and professional under pressure.
• First Aid certification (or willingness to be trained) – essential for emergency response.
• Competent in using CCTV, access control systems, and incident reporting tools.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety regulations and emergency procedures.
• High standards of personal presentation and professionalism.

Company Benefits Include:

• 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).
• 6.6 weeks/33 days pro-rata, annual holiday entitlement (one week/5 days pro-rata more than statutory minimum).
• Life Assurance.
• Performance & loyalty payment scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Complimentary tickets.
• Staff discount (Britannia Shop, Royal Deck Tearoom and The Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar aboard Fingal Hotel).
• Free car parking for staff.

Please send your CV together with a covering letter to: Murray.Wight@tryb.co.uk.

No agencies please.

Please note, due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to unsuccessful candidates. If you have been selected for interview you will be contacted directly.

Photography Conservator

Full-time and Permanent
Salary £34,944 – £38,218 (pay award pending)
Plus generous benefits package
Flexible working

About the role

We are delighted to announce a new opportunity for a Photography Conservator to join our Conservation Department. This is a newly created post and an exciting chance to help shape how we care for and interpret our rich and varied photography collection, which is extensive, diverse, complex, and full of stories waiting to be discovered.

To succeed in this post, you’ll bring resourcefulness, enthusiasm, and excellent interpersonal skills along with a strong professional network. You will have the relevant experience, and you will be confident in assessing and treating a wide range of photographic materials and formats.

You will contribute directly to our mission to make art work for everyone. You’ll be at the heart sharing this collection with the widest possible audience. Your work will play a vital role in delivering our wider strategy, supporting our Public Offer, equalities, and environmental priorities.

You’ll help preserve the collection while enabling us to deliver an ambitious programme of exhibitions, a generous lending programme from our diverse collections and a busy acquisitions programme. Through research and outreach, you will deepen knowledge of the collection and help attract new audiences to engage with it.

The photographic collection includes historic and contemporary paper-based material which include photographic prints on a range of supports, slides, plastic and glass plate negatives, photographic albums, cameras and other photographic studio equipment.

This is more than just a conservation role. It is an opportunity to make a lasting difference to the way we care for, understand, and share one of the most complex and compelling parts of the collection.

The difference you’ll make

The role sits within our Paper Conservation section within the Conservation Department, where you will work closely with colleagues specialising in preventive conservation, paintings, frames, sculpture, and time-based media. Together, we are a collaborative department where everyone strives to keep abreast of recent developments within the wider profession. Knowledge-sharing, research, and innovation are encouraged and celebrated. You will also have the chance to develop and embed professional approaches to the conservation of photographic materials across the collections.

Reporting to the Lead Paper Conservator, your core activities will include:

-Delivering conservation input for exhibitions involving photographic material, as well as supporting paper conservation colleagues in general exhibition preparation.
-Providing conservation advice for new acquisitions and loans and digitisation programmes together with the paper conservation team, with a focus on photographic material.
-Maintaining the collection, working with the curators and other colleagues to ensure high standards of collections care in our spaces, often through rehousing projects; and implementing preventive measures to safeguard objects during transit.
-Developing appropriate methodologies for documenting photographic material and completing documentation, including entering information into our collections management database.
-Delivering activities to widen our audiences and encourage engagement with conservation.
-Delivering photographic conservation projects including interventive conservation treatments. For objects that fall outside your area of expertise, undertaking research and benchmarking with other organisations to devise appropriate strategies.

Who we are looking for

To succeed in this role, you’ll need the following range of knowledge, skills, and experience:

-A recognised qualification in paper or photographic conservation with demonstrable specialism in photographs and related materials.
-Proven work experience in the museums sector (post-education/training).
-Experience of caring for non-paper-based photograph materials, including time-based media (or a desire and willingness to gain this knowledge).
-Professional accreditation through the Institute of Conservation (ICON) PACR scheme, or a clear commitment to work towards this.
-Experience in condition surveying photographic material across collections, identifying at-risk and hazardous objects, and implementing solutions for safe transport and public access.
A track record of delivering photograph conservation projects for a range of formats and material types, with the ability to devise innovative solutions to new challenges.
-The ability to undertake research and experience of writing for publications and social media.
Strong connections within the photographic conservation sector, and commitment to continuous professional development.

Please apply directly via our careers portal. Applications via email will not be accepted.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Thursday, 15 January 2026.

Operations Duty Manager

A new and exciting opportunity awaits a guest focused operations professional to join our team at the Loch Ness Centre and assume the position of Operations Duty Manager.

Join us as we walk guests through 500 million years of Loch Ness history. Our guests delve deeper into the real places, people, stories, and scientific research that has turned Nessie into an iconic Scottish legend.

Our attraction’s success revolves around our guests, and you’ll spend every day finding ways to do things better, for them. Our guests expect very high standards, so everything we do will be geared towards giving them an outstanding experience every time they visit.

To be successful in this role, you will have a background in delivering the optimum of guest experiences. You must be a natural leader who is ambitious, flexible, reliable, and possess excellent communication skills, whilst enjoying working as part of a team.

The role is varied and you need to be a fast thinker and work well under pressure. You will have the flexibility to work on a rota which includes mornings, evenings and weekends.

In return for your dedication we will invest in your career, offer a salary of £30,000 plus you will receive the following benefits:

• Money back on your medical costs (such as opticians and dental treatments)
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free flu jabs
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Shopping Discounts
• An extra day off for your birthday if it falls on a working day!
• Contract: Full time, permanent. (working 40 hours, weekends and bank holidays included)

A job description and details on how to apply can be found on the Continuum Attractions website.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we may close the advert early dependant on the volume of applicants.

Steward – Arnol Blackhouse No. 39

Are you looking for a flexible seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll get an insight into Scotland’s rich history and gain valuable experience in the tourism industry and help bring Scotland’s dramatic history to life for our visitors from across the world. Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to the Blackhouse during the season.

You will be responsible for delivering the highest standards of visitor experience at The Blackhouse, a traditional, fully furnished thatched house. Working across all areas, including in the shop/admissions area and outside. In addition, you will be carrying out manual tasks associated with the upkeep of the site, including lighting and maintaining the peat fire.

Your role of steward will be a part year permanent position up until 31st August 2026. The likely start date for this role is 1st June 2026.

Jail Performer & Games Master

This is a performing role based in Stirling. Looking for someone to start as soon as possible. Recent Performance experience is essential in a similar role.

As an independent visitor attraction our ethos is grounded in providing truly genuine and memorable experiences in a meaningful and memorable way. Since re-opening the Old Town Jail attraction in 2015 we have continued to invest in and expand the visitor offering including live top-rated performance tours, self-guided audio experience and escape rooms.

This is an exciting opportunity for a varied and rewarding role. We are looking for someone with the right attitude and mindset to thrive in a fast paced and hands-on environment. You must have a passion for customer service combined with performance experience and a creative can-do approach.

As a performer within the Jail you are responsible for the well-being of our visitors and each other. Below is an overview of the key responsibilites, there will be occasions where additional duties may be required in order to meet the needs of the business. Stirling Old Town Jail is an inclusive, supportive and creative environment in which we are take proud ownership or our responsibilities to provide the best possible expereince for our visitors.

· Providing performance led tours of the attraction to visitors including operation of AV prompts

· Front desk duties including admitting visitors to the attraction, taking payment, managing bookings, and promoting the Jail experience as well as handling any general enquiries or feedback

· Passionately providing local knowledge and key historical information to visitors

· Ensure a safe working environment for our team and our customers

· Maintaining the cleanliness of the visitor experience

· Supervision of Escape Room sessions, ensuring the reset and delivery of each session in a safe and friendly manner

· Responding to online customer reviews in a friendly and professional manner

We recruit based on your potential as well as your experience. You will play an important role in the business which provides a secure and rewarding working environment. We believe a great workplace is one that represents the world we live in and how amazingly diverse it can be. That means we have no judgement when it comes to any one of the things that make you who you are – your gender, race, sexuality, religion or a secret aversion to coriander. All you need is a passion and mindset for success and an intention to bring your best to a growing team.

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time. We are a living wage employer.

Email all applications to siobhan@oldtownjail.co.uk including CV and covering letter.

Finance Manager/Experienced Bookkeeper

Kelburn Estate is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to lead the financial operations of the company. The ideal candidate should be highly proficient in bookkeeping and have experience in accountancy work, with the ability to work independently and cover many tasks simultaneously.

Kelburn is a small but complex business and as such the role would involve direct involvement of all areas of the finances from the preparations of budgets to bookkeeping and Payroll (training can be provided for Payroll if required). The role will be based in the company offices at Kelburn Estate.

The role is a senior management position, reporting directly to the business owners and working closely with the other department heads.

Kelburn is a beautiful, family run estate located near Largs, around a 45 min drive from Glasgow. This role represents an excellent opportunity to join a fun and fantastic team and to be a part of the development of an established business, which is world famous for its Castle Graffiti Project, incredible events, and creative atmosphere.

Application Deadline: Friday 23rd January 2026

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurate day to day bookkeeping and financial processing to maintain reliable and up to date accounts.
• Providing accurate and comprehensive financial information to guide effective policy making and financial strategy.
• Creditor Control
• Oversight of all onsite cash management systems, Financial Operational systems (such as EPOS) and external ticketing and booking systems.
• Oversight of stock management
• Oversight of and the running of monthly Payroll (training can be provided if required)
• Working with Owners and Other Department heads to develop plans and policies for the improvement and growth of the business.
• Providing external stakeholders or auditors with the necessary documentation and support
• Liaising with external tax accountants for tax preparation
• Working with external accountants to prepare monthly and annual Management Accounts for the business owners, the bank and any other external Stakeholders.
• Working closely with external accountants, the business owners and management in the preparation and delivery of annual budgets and revenue forecasting.
• Cash flow management.
• Working with the Business Owners and Heads of Departments on setting and reporting on KPIs and activity targets

Essential Skills

• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in the relevant accounting packages (currently using QuickBooks)
• Exceptional skill in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical skills to effectively analyse financial information
• Good understanding of budgeting and financial forecasting
• Proactive and resourceful with a desire to improve systems and procedures
• Self- motivated and results orientated with excellent organizational skills and the ability to work to and implement processes.
• Knowledge of standard accountancy and finance best practices
• Educated to degree level or equivalent.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Business development and strategy experience
• Tax and Accountancy experience
Other Requirements:
• Current Driving License

To Apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter detailing your suitability for the role to David Kelburn – david@kelburnestate.com – by 5pm on Friday the 23rd January 2026.

Sales & Marketing Director

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Leith, Edinburgh (Hybrid following onboarding)
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Line Manager: Managing Director

At Bookspeed, we’re on a mission to put more books into the world. We believe in the power of books and the role they play in society, and our passion lies in matching the right books with the right retailers to enhance their offer and drive their commercial success.

Bookspeed is the leading supplier of books to the UK gift, tourism, and heritage markets. We are a fun, creative, and customer-focused business, curating and supplying beautiful book ranges to an eclectic mix of retailers. Our customers range from quirky, owner-led boutiques to well-known national brands such as Oliver Bonas and Moonpig, as well as independent farm shops, garden centres, and many of the UK’s leading heritage sites and attractions, including the National Trust, Historic Environment Scotland, and the Natural History Museum.

We work hard to make Bookspeed a great place to work, placing real emphasis on wellbeing, inclusion, flexible working, and enjoyment in what we do.

The Role

Bookspeed has bold plans to grow. We’re seeking a people-centered, creative, and commercially minded leader, to motivate and support our established and talented sales and marketing team to deliver these ambitions. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be part of the Leadership team and be responsible for driving commercial success across all customer sectors.

Key responsibilities include:

-Lead and develop our successful sales and marketing teams, building a positive culture that delivers sustainable growth, strong customer relationships, and consistent performance against targets.
-Own customer growth and retention, leading on structured new business development initiatives and existing account growth while working closely with marketing to strengthen the brand, customer experience, and market reach.
-Provide clear commercial leadership through strong market insight, cross functional collaboration, and robust reporting, ensuring sales and marketing strategies are aligned with the wider business goals.
-Explore opportunities and deliver plans to expand into new markets and introduce new products to our existing customers.
-Oversee effective sales and marketing operations, leveraging technology, data, forecasting, and budgeting to deliver efficient processes and excellent customer experience.
-Act as a senior ambassador for Bookspeed, representing the business with key customers, prospects, and industry partners to strengthen relationships and enhance the brand’s profile.
-Contribute to the strategic development of the organisation as a member of the Leadership Team and the Board.

Bookspeed has embarked on a digital transformation project that will see the company move to a new B2B eCommerce platform in 2026 and implement a CRM system. This project presents numerous opportunities to build further on our market-leading customer experience and enable our team to deliver even greater impact and value to our customers.

About you

We’re looking for someone who thrives in an inclusive, collaborative, and partnership-based sales environment. You’ll bring a genuine curiosity about retail and a passion for helping customers succeed.

Bookspeed’s success is built on long-term customer relationships; many of our customers have worked with us for decades. We consistently achieve an NPS score of over 88, reflecting our commitment to exceptional customer experience and meaningful partnerships.

At Bookspeed, we value collaboration, kindness, curiosity, and warmth. In this role, you will lead a highly experienced team with a deep knowledge of our products, markets, and customers. Success will be achieved with them, and through them. We are seeking a leader who can inspire, motivate, and align a team around a shared vision and clear direction.

You will ideally bring:

-Senior leadership experience within sales in the retail supply chain, book industry, gift/homewares sector, or a B2B wholesale environment
-A genuine interest in retail and a curiosity about what makes a great retailer
-A strong understanding of business-to-business marketing and its relationship with sales
-A collaborative, values-led leadership style with the ability to engage and develop teams

Why Join Us?

-Be part of a purpose-led business with a genuine love for books and the role they play in society
-Enjoy a flexible, hybrid working model with a strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion and balance
-You’ll have access to our staff benefits platform and salary sacrifice schemes, as well as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support
-We invest in your learning and development
-We offer enhanced paid leave and benefit policies
-Monthly perks like pizza, yoga, and much more!

Working pattern

This is a full-time, permanent role working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Bookspeed supports flexible working. Colleagues are expected to work onsite a minimum of one day per week, with homeworking supported for the remainder of the working week following an initial onboarding period. Candidates should be comfortable leading and managing teams in a hybrid working environment and enabling teams to thrive within this model.

How to apply

We believe diverse workforces make successful working environments, but research has shown that some people from under-represented backgrounds won’t apply for jobs if they feel they don’t tick every box. If you think that might be you and you’d like to work for us, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit an online application OR send a copy of your CV with a covering note to recruitment@bookspeed.com by 18 January 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to an initial interview. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks once the advert is closed, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We want to make applying for our vacancies accessible to all. If you need support to complete your application, please email with your request to recruitment@bookspeed.com.

Receptionist/Administrator

JOB PURPOSE

Join the National Trust for Scotland and support Scotland’s Nature and Heritage. The Highlands and Islands region are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join the Administration Team based at Balnain House.

As a Receptionist and Administration Assistant you’ll be one of the first people to greet visitors to the regional office and welcome the regional team. You’ll be responsible for providing administration support to the Office Manager and the wider team based at Balnain.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys a varied and dynamic role. You’ll be expected to work with IT and finance systems, book meetings, and undertake general administration duties with efficiency and accuracy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Ensure all general administrative tasks are undertaken efficiently, effectively, and timeously, including (but not limited to):
• Reception
• Inducting staff and visitors to the building
• Property correspondence (email, telephone and mail).
• Filing and record-keeping in line with data protection regulations.
• Facilities support (room bookings, support documentation).
• Data entry of deliveries – weekly, monthly, and ad hoc.
• Diary Management, recording meetings and appointments in diaries.
• Support with developing and preparing reports, and/or presentation material
• Purchase ordering and coordination with suppliers.
• Maintaining stock control for Balnain House including First Aid box, replenishing stock as and when required.
• Assisting in Health and Safety compliance for the building, including the reporting of accidents and incidents, and maintenance of the property’s Safe System of Work documents.

A level of flexibility is expected on occasion to meet the needs of the property.

Chef

About Us
Lost Shore Surf Resort is a destination for people who love great waves, good food, and shared experiences. Our food offering is growing fast, with Lost Kitchen and Lost Taco already delivering high energy and high quality for guests. We are now looking to expand our kitchen team with a chef who wants to be part of a positive, forward-thinking environment.

The Role
As a Chef at Lost Shore, you will work closely with our Culinary Manager to deliver fresh, consistent, and well-executed dishes across our food outlets. You will take pride in quality, care about detail, and support a smooth-running kitchen where people work well together. This is a chance to help shape a young and exciting food culture at a one-of-a-kind venue.

Key Responsibilities
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a high standard
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and kitchen safety practices
• Work efficiently during busy service periods
• Support menu preparation and development across Lost Kitchen and Lost Taco
• Take responsibility for stock rotation, labelling, and minimising waste
• Communicate clearly with colleagues to ensure efficient service
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and supportive kitchen culture

About You
• Experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Consistent cooking standards and strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced service environment
• Team-focused, reliable, and willing to learn and improve
• Calm under pressure and organised
• Positive attitude and pride in your craft

What We Offer
• Permanent full-time role with competitive pay
• Opportunity to learn, grow, and develop under an experienced Culinary Manager
• A great working environment in a unique setting
• Staff benefits and access to resort activities
• Being part of a team that values creativity, respect, and progression

**We’ll be interviewing throughout the advertising period, so apply as soon as possible to secure your chance to be considered.**

Estate Manager

JOB PURPOSE

Mar Lodge Estate
Mar Lodge Estate is Britain’s largest National Nature Reserve made up of more than 29,000 ha of astonishing Scottish landscape: heather-covered moorland, Caledonian pine forest, towering mountains and the Quoich wetlands, home to wading birds and otters.

The estate has a significant built heritage including multiple listed buildings, Mar Lodge, stable block offices, workshop complex, biomass, staff houses and redundant buildings. Attracting over 100,000 visitors per year, the estate has c200 miles of footpath and 7 scheduled ancient monument sites plus numerous other archaeological sites.

Estate Manager
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team at the Trust as an Estate Manager at Mar Lodge Estate. This role is responsible for the planning and delivery of property and land management activities on Mar Lodge Estate, including Estate & Building Maintenance, Forestry, Deer Management & Commercial Stalking, and the Estate Ranger Service.
Leading a multi-discipline team of staff, the role is responsible for translating strategy through the management plan, into practical delivery across the entire property. As a key part of the management team, the role will actively contribute to the development of future strategy on the Estate.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Lead the teams managing property and land management activity, with accountability for:

o Buildings Maintenance & Compliance
o Estate Infrastructure including tracks, bridges, footpaths, fencing, car parks etc
o Deer Management & Commercial Stalking/Shooting
o Forestry
o Ranger Services

• In conjunction with the Head of Mar Lodge Estate, plan, develop and deliver capital projects of significant scale.

• Actively contribute to strategy and management planning for the UK’s largest National Nature Reserve.

• Financial planning/delegated budget management and accountability across the above areas of operation

• Manage a diverse range of stakeholder interests both internal and external, ensuring that the long term goals of the estate are communicated effectively, protecting the reputation of the Estate, and enhancing the reputation of NTS.

• Develop and deliver “Visitor Safety in the Countryside”; You will identify and manage risks in line with NTS policy and procedure and within the framework of Managing Visitor Safety in the Countryside. You will take responsibility for the actions of you and your team, ensuring a safe and secure working environment, compliant with relevant legislation.

• Monitor and report activity against the Mar Lodge Estate Management plan and report on work plan delivery against KPI’s.

• Accountable for Health & Safety management and SSoW across the estate. Instil a Health & Safety culture across the property, ensuring the team work within the property’s ‘Safe System of Work’ to reduce risk of incidents and accidents to volunteers, employees and visitors.

• Develop SOR’s for capital & maintenance works. Instruct and manage contractors to ensure works are completed as specified, within budget and on time, ensuring all statutory and regulatory requirements are adhered

• Will regularly deputise for the Head of Mar Lodge Estate , and represent the property and organisation in regional and national forums.