Event Manager

Your opportunity to join this globally recognised space, in a pivotal role to the business!

THE COMPANY

This evocative estate delivers a vibrant and dedicated centre of excellence on a 400+ acre site that offers a diverse backdrop for a whole host of events for up to 12,000 attendees. From photo shoots and blockbuster filming to festivals and family days, the venue boasts a huge amount of indoor and outdoor space that can be adapted to suit client needs in a variety of exciting ways. With a plethora of recognisable clientele and some iconic, globally recognised events taking place here this is certainly an exciting company to be a part of!  

Offering a great working environment, enhanced benefits and excellent career opportunities, this is an opportunity not to be missed!

  

THE ROLE

Now seeking an Event Manager, you will be responsible for the planning, organisation and operation of the annual events calendar.

A broad role, responsibilities will include:

• Responsible for delivery of a year-round, diverse calendar of events that include internally owned events and third-party venue hire events.
• Driving the overview of the smooth operational logistics of the facilities and events calendar.
• Develop, manage and execute events from enquiry, proposal through to contract and delivery, being accountable for all aspects of event logistics and operations.
• Deliver events on time, within budget and to the required standards expected.
• Set, communicate and maintain timelines for all events including metrics for success.
• Build and maintain effective client and tenant relationships for current activities and future business creation.
• Upsell event enquiries and repeat events to maximise value and meet commercial targets.
• Manage all supplier and stakeholder relationships.
• Manage operational and administrative tasks to ensure each project is delivered efficiently and through collaboration with other departments.
• Conduct on-site tours, inspections and provide triage support for events as required, acting as the main point of contact throughout, including lone working.
• Monitor, manage and report on project budgets and expenditure from start to finish.
• Deliver high standards of hospitality and service to all customers, suppliers, local authorities, community, and the general public across all touch points.
• Secure and grow income streams by managing and promoting day to day bookings for on-site facilities.

THE CANDIDATE

Candidates should come with experience of working within a similar event management position, preferably within a large-scale, multipurpose venue or working with complex outdoor events for 3,000+ attendees. You will be fully versed with conducting SAG meetings and literate in health & safety. You will also be an amazing communicator, who is great with people and is confident in negotiation with suppliers and clients alike.

In return this event business is giving you the opportunity to take your career to the next level, working with some of the best in the business - this is an opportunity not to be missed! 

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions.  If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit (url removed) to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity.

We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.

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