Edinburgh International Book Festival seeks Finance Director and Director of Operations
Edinburgh International Book Festival is seeking a Finance Director and Director of Operations. The closing date for both these full-time, permanent roles is 29 June 2026.
Finance Director
This is a newly created role. The purpose of this role is to ensure the organisation is financially sustainable, well governed, and able to deliver its mission effectively. You will lead the financial management of the organisation, ensuring robust financial control, high-quality reporting, and effective financial planning to support strategic decision-making and long-term sustainability. This is a hands-on, collaborative role in a busy team, spanning both strategic and operational finance.
Contract
Full-time, permanent
(We welcome proposals for flexible working arrangements)
Salary
£55k per annum
Find out more here
Director of Operations
The Director of Operations for Edinburgh International Book Festival [EIBF] sits at the intersection of programme delivery, organisational management and operational leadership. The role combines events delivery with charity-wide management. This ensures that EIBF runs smoothly, festivals and events happen effectively, and all activity aligns with our charitable objectives and purpose. The Director of Operations will lead all operational and logistical aspects of the annual Book Festival and year-round programmes.
Contract
Full-time, permanent
(We welcome proposals for flexible working arrangements)
Salary
£50,000 per annum
Find out more here
Deadline for both roles: Monday 29 June 2026 at 17:00