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Job Description • Job Title: Staffing and Recruitment Manager, • Location: Edinburgh, Perth and Dundee, • £28,000 - £32,000 per annum, • 40hrs per week / 5 out of 7days, • Flexible work pattern Job Introduction Join us in shaping the teams behind Scotland’s most exciting venues and events. We’re looking for a proactive and people-focused Staffing & Recruitment Manager to lead recruitment, workforce planning, and staff allocation across our racecourses, event spaces, cultural destinations, and cafés. This is a hands-on role where you’ll balance day-to-day staffing needs with long-term talent pipelines, from running assessment sessions and onboarding new team members to building strong community partnerships and driving innovative recruitment campaigns. You’ll play a key role in making sure our venues are fully staffed, our managers are supported, and our people feel engaged and ready to deliver outstanding service. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, know how to bring the right people together, and are excited about shaping the future of our workforce, this could be the opportunity for you. What You'll Do: • Plan and allocate staff across all venues, balancing direct staff, freelancers, and agency workers., • Ensure staffing meets operational, event, and budget requirements., • Develop and implement an annual recruitment plan for casual and salaried roles., • Lead assessment centres, apprenticeship and internship programmes, and early careers initiatives., • Ensure all recruitment and staffing activity complies with employment legislation including right-to-work, health & safety, and training requirements., • Support training and development programmes for both casual and salaried staff, as required., • Drive initiatives to improve employee engagement, retention, and career progression. What You Bring: Essential • Experience in event staffing and recruitment., • Strong organisational and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities. Desirable • Knowledge of HR policy and practice., • Experience delivering training or supporting development programmes., • Operational experience in events, hospitality, or venues., • Proficiency with time & attendance systems., • Competent in Microsoft Office programmes. What we offer: Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families: • Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support., • Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement., • Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services., • The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card., • Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform., • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan, • A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo, • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools., • Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit., • Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities., • Flexible and dynamic work environment, • Competitive compensation, • Full training and full protective uniform supplied. Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! Career progression for the caring profession. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we are in receipt of a high volume of applications. About Sodexo At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins. Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins. We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Job Description • Job Title: Staffing and Training Manager, • Location: Edinburgh, Perth and Dundee, • £28,000 - £32,000 per annum, • 40hrs per week / 5 out of 7days, • Flexible work pattern Job Introduction Help us build, grow, and inspire our teams. We’re seeking a dynamic Staffing & Training Manager to oversee workforce planning and lead the design and delivery of training across our venues, including racecourses, event spaces, cultural attractions, and cafés. In this role, you’ll make sure we have the right people in the right place at the right time — and that every member of our team is set up to succeed. From scheduling and onsite staff check-ins to designing training programmes that close skills gaps and support professional development, you’ll ensure our people are confident, compliant, and engaged. You’ll also lead initiatives that improve employee retention, career growth, and customer service standards, making a real impact on both our teams and the experiences we deliver to guests. If you have a passion for people development, a background in training or staffing, and the drive to thrive in a busy events and hospitality environment, we’d love to hear from you. What You'll Do: • Plan and allocate staff across all venues, balancing direct hires, freelancers, and agency workers., • Ensure staffing meets operational, event, and budget requirements, managing staffing and training budgets efficiently., • Own and manage the annual training calendar, ensuring all training aligns with business priorities, compliance, and cross-venue standards., • Design, deliver, and evaluate training programs for casual and salaried employees, covering operational, compliance, and skills-based learning., • Ensure all staffing and training activities comply with employment legislation (health & safety, first aid, licensing, training requirements)., • Use workforce data and analytics to monitor training impact and inform decision-making. What You Bring: Essential • Experience in training design, delivery, and workforce management., • Strong organisational and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities., • Knowledge of HR policy and practice., • Operational experience in events, hospitality, or venues., • Familiarity with time & attendance systems. What we offer: Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families: • Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support., • Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement., • Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services., • The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card., • Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform., • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan, • A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo, • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools., • Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit., • Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities., • Flexible and dynamic work environment, • Competitive compensation, • Full training and full protective uniform supplied. Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! Career progression for the caring profession. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we are in receipt of a high volume of applications. About Sodexo At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins. Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins. We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Closing date: Care Logistics Lead £27,000-£29,000 plus benefits 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm Edinburgh, EH16 5UY We’re looking for an ambitious logistics professional to join us as a care logistics lead. If you have the experience and empathetic approach we need, we can offer you a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with a business that puts people at the heart of its strategy. In this role, we’ll look to you to supervise and coordinate a team of ceremonial crew to make sure that each and every funeral is delivered to the highest possible standard. Using both manual and digital systems and processes, it’ll be up to you to make sure that each and every person is in the right place at the right time. What you’ll do • manage and coordinate the schedule of ceremonial crew - a team of primarily part time colleagues who drive, carry the coffin and support on the day of funerals, • deputise for the care logistics manager, • plan clothing collection, the movement of personal belongings and the transportation of the deceased for viewings, as required, • gather and analyse insight to drive continuous improvements in the delivery of funerals and team performance, • maintain a good understanding of the local environment, local stakeholders such as clergy, crematoria, hospitals and care providers and adapt or improve processes accordingly This role would suit people who have • a strong team focus and the ability to work at pace in a rapidly changing environment, • a real passion for customer experience, and the desire to make sure each and every client’s experience is a positive one through understanding needs clearly, • the sensitivity to act with discretion and empathy, • an ability to act promptly but in a measured and considered way, • a full UK manual driving license, • the physical ability to carry out lifting and manual handling of heavy loads Why Co-op? You’ll get a fantastic benefits package including: • 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round, • 10% off other brands in our food stores all year-round, • discounts on other Co-op products and services, • 23 days holidays (pro rata, rising with service), • a pension with up to 10% employer contributions, • access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers confidential advice and support on anything you’re struggling with, 24 hours a day, • access to virtual GP and free eye tests, • endless career development opportunities including apprenticeships, • friendly, supportive team and the knowledge that you make a huge difference to your community, • access to Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it At Co-op, we’re proud to do things a different way. As one of the world’s largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we’ve had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities Building an inclusive work environment We’re actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments, where our colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences, and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. We'll ask whether you’d like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply. If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we’ll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate. You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply -process. You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity -inclusion-and-wellbeing. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include a DBS (disclosure and barring service) and adverse media checks, and an occupational health questionnaire (to ensure you are fit to perform the role). We’ll also check your social media activity on platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the completion of pre-employment screening checks.

Closing date: Mobile Funeral Arranger £25,369 (£13.01 per hour) plus benefits Full time 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm Mobile role covering approx. 9 funeral homes across Edinburgh No experience needed. You can apply for this job on your mobile in a few simple steps – no CV required. You’ll need a full manual UK driver’s licence for this job. At Co-op Funeralcare, we take pride in helping families say the perfect goodbye to loved ones. You don’t need previous experience as we provide full training and ongoing support so you’ll have all the tools you need for your new role. You’ll also benefit from a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme, and discounts on a range of Co-op products and services. Find the kind of job satisfaction you didn’t think was possible. Apply today. What you’ll do • as a mobile funeral arranger, you’ll support clients by organising family visits and answering guest questions, • make sure all regulated work, like selling and advising on our funeral plans, is referred to a ‘certified colleague’, • travel to meet clients and build relationships across your community, • support with manual handling of coffins and the deceased This role would suit people who have • a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, • a passion for delivering great service and building relationships plus would feel comfortable working on their own; both travelling to client meetings, and holding fort within branches where necessary, • excellent communication and admin skills plus strong attention to detail to make sure regulatory policies and processes are always adhered to, • high levels of empathy, discretion and care Why Co-op? You’ll get a fantastic benefits package including: • 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round, • 10% off other brands in our food stores all year-round, • discounts on other Co-op products and services, • 23 days holidays (pro rata, rising with service), • a pension with up to 10% employer contributions, • access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers confidential advice and support on anything you’re struggling with, 24 hours a day, • access to virtual GP and free eye tests, • endless career development opportunities including apprenticeships, • friendly, supportive team and the knowledge that you make a huge difference to your community, • access to Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it At Co-op, we’re proud to do things a different way. As one of the world’s largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we’ve had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities Building an inclusive work environment We’re actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments, where our colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences, and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. We'll ask whether you’d like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply. If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we’ll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate. You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply -process. You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity -inclusion-and-wellbeing. As part of your application you’ll need to complete an online assessment. It will take you around 20 minutes to complete this test. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include a DBS (disclosure and barring service) and adverse media checks, and an occupational health questionnaire (to ensure you are fit to perform the role). We’ll also check your social media activity on platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the completion of pre-employment screening checks.