HEAD OF OPERATIONS AND EVENTS

Posted 24 October 2019
SalaryNegotiable
Location
Job type Permanent
DisciplineEvent Recruitment Agency
Reference17058/002_1571889610
Contact NameLive Recruitment

Job description

LGK17058

Great opportunity take on a pivotal role working for an excellent events company who organise some of the largest mass participation sporting events in the UK!

THE COMPANY

A small company but by no means small events, this events company organise large scale public sporting events around the UK. With a creative and collaborative team they have been established for over a decade and cover all elements from initial concept development through to onsite execution of events!

This is a great opportunity to join an experienced team where you will get the opportunity to take the lead on the creation, production and delivery of some huge and unique events, which are both engaging and well executed.

Now at an exciting point in their development and introducing new events to their portfolio there has never been a better time to join!


THE ROLE

This is an extremely varied role with the responsibility of ensuring events run smoothly from an operational perspective from concept through to delivery. With three large events each year, which is due to increase in the near future, you will be kept busy and engaged with support from specialists when necessary.

Overall responsibility for the creation, management and delivery of a portfolio of events
Management of the production team and wider freelance resource
Participating in pre event briefing involving various internal teams and stakeholders
Strategic planning and delivery of all events
Overseeing event delivery including workforce, health and safety, contractor management, scheduling and general operational aspects of the event
Suggesting and implementing environmental and operational improvements for future events
Managing budgets and promoting cost effective solutions
Onsite management of staff and volunteers


THE CANDIDATE

This role will suit a candidate with previous experience in the operational running of large scale public events. Experience in mass participation or sporting events would be highly beneficial, but other event backgrounds will be considered. Strong communication skills are essential and the ability to input suggestions for improvements is key. Previous line management experience is ideal, as well as experience of managing large operational teams onsite.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) within the events & experiential and exhibitions industry. 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.

Alternatively - forward this role onto someone in your network and take advantage of our £350 reward scheme for anyone recommended who we place!