Assistant Events Manager - Natural History Museum

Benugo Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch on shift

Free tea and coffee

Monthly allowance for any Benugo locations

Life Assurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Company sick leave

Company annual leave

Employee discounts via Perkbox

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading event management company is seeking an experienced Assistant Events Manager to oversee operations for events at a prestigious venue. The role involves managing logistics, leading a team, and ensuring client satisfaction from planning through execution. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for the hospitality industry. Benefits include free meals during shifts, competitive pay, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Enthusiastic about working in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to motivate and inspire.
• Flexibility for events as required.
• Passion for food and wine is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead on site events operationally.
• Manage catering logistics and event files.
• Handle client feedback professionally.
• Improve sales and service continuously.
• Motivate the team through training and mentoring.

Skills

Event Management

Communication

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Client Relations

Job description

Assistant Events Manager - Natural History Museum

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Events Manager to join the Benugo team at the famous Natural History Museum.

The successful candidate will manage a range of events, from the initial enquiry/planning stage through to the successful execution of the event on the day and follow up.

Salary from: £33,000 - £35,000 per annum + bonus

Contract: Full Time/ Permanent

Shifts: 5 days out of 7, includes early mornings and evenings

About the Assistant Events Manager role:

• To operationally lead on site events
• To manage catering logistics, including event file handling, event briefing sheet and service plans
• To ensure all enquiries and client feedback are managed professionally and in a timely manner
• To continuously work towards improving sales and service
• To lead and motivate the team through ongoing evaluations, listening, training and mentoring
• Financial and budget management including forecasting, cost control and forward planning

About the ideal candidate:

• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable
• Enthusiastic about working in a dynamic and fast paced environment
• Excellent communicator with the ability to motivate and inspire
• Flexibility to work on events as and when required
• Passion for food and wine is a plus!

Additional Information

Benugo has built a culture of inclusivity & progression for all employees. Not only have we retained our family-feel culture, but we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Free lunch on shift
• Free tea and coffee at any Benugo location
• A monthly allowance to use at any Benugo location
• Competitive rate
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave pay for when your family is growing
• Company sick leave
• Company annual leave
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company with a very prestigious list of clients
• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Perkboxapp) & fitness providers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now!