Head of Events - Venue

Posted 17 October 2023
Salary£50000 - £58000 per annum, Benefits: + bonus, hybrid working & a whole host of fantastic benefits
LocationBirmingham
Job type Permanent
DisciplineEvent Recruitment Agency
ReferenceCC10313
Contact NameCassie Capener-Warren

Job description

Your chance to join an iconic group of venues in a senior role who are leading the way in live events.
 
THE COMPANY
 
This established group and their venues are the go to venue for a variety of large scale events including conferences, awards ceremonies, exhibitions, sporting events, exhibitions and much more for a huge range of exciting clients. With over 750 events per year you will have the opportunity to lead the team in delivering B2B events across a variety of event spaces working with the best in the business.  
 
THE ROLE
 
An opportunity has now arisen for an experienced Head of Events to join the team who will continue to inspire the event management team and drive success across the venue. This role will oversee the delivery of B2B events across over 30 unique event spaces ensuring a seamless client journey. You will also be managing a professional, experienced and passionate events team, providing guidance as required and developing the team further.
 
This is a broad role that includes:
 
  • Providing strong leadership to the events management team
  • Overseeing, managing and improving processes
  • Managing key stakeholder relationships
  • Advocating and promoting individual progression
  • Overseeing operational event delivery including H & S
  • Ensuring client satisfaction and retention
  • Budget and financial management across the team
 
THE CANDIDATE
 
The ideal candidate will have previous senior event management experience gained from working in a multipurpose venue or alternatively relevant event industry operations experience at a senior level. You must be experienced in managing and delivering large volumes of B2B events and understand how to create and sustain a successful client journey. This is a great opportunity to lead an already successful team in an iconic venue.
 
In return they offer the opportunity to work with a close knit and sociable team with flexible working and a host of great benefits including discounts, free lunches, health benefits and more…
 
Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) in events, exhibitions and experiential. If this position isn’t quite what you’re looking for please visit www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.
 
VACANCY REF: CW10313