EXCELLENT BENEFITS + BONUSES - Are you an organised events or AV professional with hire desk, logistics or technical production experience? This Hire Operations Manager opportunity offers the chance to take ownership of equipment hire operations within a well-established live events and production business. -          Opportunity to step into a key operational role within a long-established events and AV business-          High autonomy managing equipment hire operations and client relationships-          Stable company with strong client loyalty and long-term career potential Working closely with the leadership team, the Hire Operations Manager will oversee AV equipment bookings from initial enquiry through to delivery and return, ensuring efficient scheduling, accurate quoting and excellent service for a wide range of event clients. THE COMPANY This is a long-established live events and technical production business with a strong reputation for delivering conferences, corporate events and AV services across the South East. Operating with a compact and highly experienced team, the business supports a wide portfolio of corporate clients, venues and hotels, delivering everything from small daily AV hires through to larger conference productions. With decades-long relationships with venue partners and clients, the company benefits from strong repeat business and a steady flow of events throughout the year. The environment is collaborative, friendly and hands-on, offering the chance for a Hire Operations Manager to play a central role in the day-to-day running of the business. THE ROLE This position will take responsibility for managing the AV hire desk and coordinating equipment bookings, ensuring jobs run smoothly from enquiry through to return. The Hire Operations Manager will act as the main point of contact for many clients, preparing quotes, coordinating stock availability and working closely with technicians and freelancers to ensure equipment is delivered and returned efficiently. Duties as Hire Operations Manager will include: -          Managing AV equipment hire enquiries and preparing accurate quotes-          Coordinating bookings, deliveries, collections and returns of equipment-          Allocating hire stock and working with technical teams to ensure availability-          Producing job documentation including hire contracts and delivery paperwork-          Acting as the main operational contact for clients during the hire process-          Resolving scheduling conflicts and last-minute changes-          Supporting the wider operations team to ensure smooth delivery of events-          Helping maintain accurate hire records and stock tracking systems THE CANDIDATE To be considered for this Hire Operations Manager role, candidates will ideally have experience within an AV hire desk, live events, production or technical services environment.You'll be highly organised, comfortable dealing directly with clients and capable of coordinating multiple bookings and logistics simultaneously. A working understanding of AV equipment such as sound, lighting and presentation systems would be beneficial. This role would suit someone already working within hire operations or a technically minded events professional looking to move into a more operational management position. 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 live-recruitment.co.uk 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. Vacancy Ref: GS17136

Office based - NW London location. A unique opportunity to lead the warehouse function of a thriving and quality driven event production agency. -          Private healthcare following probation-          Increased holiday allowance with long service-          Birthday off!-          An exceptional client base-          An incredible company culture The Company This London-based luxury event production company tat has been creating extraordinary events for private clients, global brands and businesses for over 50 year. With unrivalled industry expertise, the company delivers high-end experiences across the UK and internationally, combining creativity, technical production and meticulous planning to produce unforgettable events. From large-scale corporate functions and brand activations to exclusive private celebrations and destination events, they manage every detail in-house, including event design, entertainment, production and logistics. Known for its innovative approach and attention to detail, the company continues to set new standards for creativity and execution within the global events industry. The Role Due to continued growth they are now looking for a Warehouse Manager. Based from their warehouse, this is a broad role which will oversee the day-to-day operations of its event production warehouse in North West London. As Warehouse Manager, responsibilities -          Oversee the daily operations of the event production warehouse.-          Manage the preparation, testing and dispatch of AV and production equipment.-          Maintain accurate inventory and stock control systems.-          Coordinate equipment returns, checks, maintenance and repairs.-          Work closely with production teams to support event delivery.-          Ensure equipment is ready for events across the UK and internationally.-          Maintain a safe, organised and efficient warehouse environment.-          Identify and implement improvements to warehouse processes-          Collaborate with existing warehouse team The Candidate To be considered for this Warehouse Manager position, candidates must hold proven experience working within a technical / AV focussed warehouse environment, ideally from within the events section (technical supply company or production agency). Candidates must have solid knowledge of technical equipment, hold an ability to manage inventory and be able to lead a team within a warehouse environment.  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 live-recruitment.co.uk 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. Vacancy Ref: LKS17083