Events & Residence Manager

British Embassy Lisbon; Viamão; Presencial; BRL 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Join the British Embassy in Lisbon as Events and Residence Manager, where you will orchestrate prestigious events at the Ambassador's Residence. This role requires flair for event management, attention to detail, and bilingual proficiency in Portuguese and English, while delivering exceptional service that represents the UK’s values.

Serviços

Meal Allowance

Flexible Working Hours

Learning and Development Opportunities

Qualificações

• Experience in managing luxury banquets, weddings, or high-profile events.
• Fluency in both Portuguese and English.

Responsabilidades

• Design and manage exceptional events reflecting UK values and culture.
• Oversee the Residence as high-functioning event venue and diplomatic home.
• Lead a team to deliver flawless service and unmatched presentation.

Conhecimentos

Event Management

Bilingual Communication

Attention to Detail

Hospitality

Formação académica

Experience in managing luxury events

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The British Embassy in Lisbon is part of a worldwide network representing British political, economic, security and consular interests overseas. The Embassy is looking to recruit anEvents and Residence Managerto ensure the smooth running of the British Ambassador’s Residence (the Residence) both as a venue for official events (meals, receptions, meetings, etc) and as a family home, delivering to the highest standards of efficiency, sustainability and value for money, and advancing UK strategic objectives in Portugal.

Are you a master of elegance, logistics, and unforgettable experiences?

Do you dream of orchestrating high-profile events in a beautiful European diplomatic residence?

The British Embassy in Lisbon is looking for a dynamic and highly organisedEvents and Residence Managerto bring British hospitality and diplomacy to life in Portugal.

As the creative force behind official functions at the British Ambassador’s Residence, you will be at the heart of planning and delivering prestigious events — from intimate diplomatic dinners to grand national celebrations attended by over 600 guests.

What you will be expected to do:

• Design and manage exceptional events that reflect the UK’s values, culture, and global standing.
• Oversee the Residence as both a high-functioning event venue and a private diplomatic home.
• Work closely with UK and Portuguese VIPs, government leaders, business figures, and cultural icons.
• Lead a talented team to deliver flawless service and unmatched presentation.
• Curate décor, themes, and atmosphere — down to the last flower or glassware — ensuring every detail shines.
• Look after the artwork, stock and equipment at the Residence and bring events in on time and budget, ensuring strong value for money.

Why This Role Is Unique:

Represent the UK on the world stage through the art of hospitality.

• Collaborate with Embassy teams to promote trade, investment, and policy engagement.
• Be the operational heartbeat of events that make headlines and build international relationships.
• Take full creative and operational ownership of a prestigious diplomatic premises.

Your Background:

If you’re experienced in managing luxury banquets, elegant weddings, or five-star events, this role is calling you. Bring your flair for perfection, your eye for detail, proficiency in both Portuguese and English and your passion for excellent service to help us create memorable moments that promote British objectives in Portugal.

Applications are now open — Apply today and use your event expertise to influence internationally.

Required behaviours

Delivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together

Application deadline

6 July 2025

Grade

Executive Officer (EO)

Type of Position

Full-time, Permanent

Working hours per week

35

Region

Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia

Country/Territory

Portugal

Location (City)

Lisbon

Type of Post

British Embassy

Number of vacancies

1

Salary Currency

EUR

Salary

€2,269.93 (Monthly) x 14 instalments, plus €193.60 Meal allowance

Type of Salary

monthly

Start Date

1 August 2025

Other benefits and conditions of employment

This is afull-time, permanent contractfor 35 net working hours per week, subject to a 180 days probation period. Flexible hours will be required to cover events in evenings and occasionally on weekends.

The British Embassy in Lisbon aims to offeran attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role of € 31,778.83 gross annual salary paid in fourteen instalments; plus a monthly meal allowance of €193.60. This salary is payable if the successful candidate is subject to individual income tax (IRS) in Portugal on the employment income in question. If the successful candidate is not subject to individual income tax (IRS) on their employment income in Portugal, and/or is not taxable elsewhere on such income, s/he will receive the above salary minus a reference amount approximate to the level of Portuguese tax that would be applicable if the income were subject to tax locally. Further information on this will be given to candidates during the recruitment process.

All staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Portugal are subject to local Portuguese employment law as well as internal regulations in force at any given time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a professional background and security clearance and must have pre-existing work authorisation for Portugal in order to apply.

All applicants should have the right to live and work in Portugal. The British Embassy does not sponsor work permits.

The Embassy will not consider applications from existing staff who have not successfully completed their probation period or, in the case of staff on temporary contract who have not yet completed two thirds of their contract.

British Embassy Lisbon offers a supportive environment for its team, including flexible working opportunities, a rich learning and training offering and a focus on individual development.

Visa/ Passport requirements:Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Portugal and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract. Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in this country.

Working Pattern:35 net working hours per week. The jobholder is expected to work flexible hours and be available for events and dinners at the Residence in the evenings and occasionally on weekends. The nature of the role means there are only limited options for occasional remote working, which would need to be agreed with the Ambassador in advance.

Learning and Development opportunities:The Embassy has a strong Learning and Development Culture. You will be encouraged and supported to undertake L&D activity.We are committed to the development of our staff. Staff have access to learning and development opportunities on our various platforms, in order to enhance their skills and build capability. We also promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow. The Embassy will seek to provide opportunities for the employee to enhance their knowledge of protocol and to be exposed to other similar UK Residences in Europe.

Additional information

Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.

We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.

Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.

Please be advised that the British Embassy will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor the costs connected with relocation if offered a position.

*Please note for more information on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessmentlevelsplease click on the following linkCEFR.Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your language skill is going to be assessed.

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