Assistant Event Operations Manager in Wembley

Energy Jobline ZR; Wembley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event management company in Wembley seeks an Assistant Event Operations Manager to oversee event planning and execution. The role involves liaising with various stakeholders, ensuring safety compliance, and managing operational delivery. Candidates should have experience in event management, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Benefits include extensive annual leave and health support schemes.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Life Assurance policy

Pension scheme contribution

Healthshield support

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Referral Scheme rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in event management/operations in music, entertainment, conference, or leisure venues.
• Experience with front-of-house management and crowd control.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Planning and executing events according to the venue’s calendar.
• Liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Acting as Duty Manager and managing emergencies during events.

Skills

Event management experience

Strong organisational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team player

Education

IOSH Managing Safety certification

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Event Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and executing events according to the venue’s calendar.


• Liaising with internal departments (ticketing, technical, security, front‑of‑house) and external stakeholders (clients, contractors, sponsors, statutory agencies).


• Preparing event plans, risk assessments, and security assessments.


• Acting as Duty Manager during events, making key operational decisions and managing emergencies if required.


• Ensuring safety compliance, crowd management, and smooth operational delivery.


• Supporting revenue maximization through cost control and additional income opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in event management/operations in music, entertainment, conference, or leisure venues.


• Experience with front‑of‑house management, crowd control, and basic production.


• Strong organisational and communication skills.


• IOSH Managing Safety certification.


• Ability to work under pressure, including evenings and weekends.


• Team player who thrives in fast‑paced environments.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, Life Assurance policy, contribution to a pension scheme, Healthshield support for counselling and physio costs, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) via AXA Health, eye care vouchers, Cycle to Work scheme, and Employee Referral Scheme rewards.

Recruitment Process

Stage 1 – Interview with Senior Operations Manager; Stage 2 – Case Study with Operations Director.

Company Commitment

We are committed to active , , and equal opportunities. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements and accommodations for reasonable adjustments.

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