Events Manager

Roundhouse Trust; London; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts venue in Camden seeks an experienced Events Manager & Planner to oversee commercial events. This role involves managing client relationships, planning diverse events, and ensuring operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in event management and exceptional organizational skills.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work and Tech Scheme

Season ticket loan

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Health Cash Plan

Group Life Assurance

Staff discount at our bar and café

Complimentary staff tickets

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional experience in event management.
• Strong knowledge of the live events industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage, plan, and execute the Roundhouse Commercial Events Hire Programme.
• Oversee up to 30 events annually, including luxury awards and corporate hires.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Opportunity: Events Manager & Planner at Roundhouse

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About the Roundhouse

Roundhouse is an iconic music and arts venue in Camden. Since the 1960s, we've opened up space for creativity to empower people and communities. Our mission is to raise the creative potential of the UK by providing young people and artists with space to experiment, develop skills, and create memorable moments.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Events Manager & Planner to support the management, planning, and execution of the Roundhouse Commercial Events Hire Programme. You will be the key contact for event clients and production teams, overseeing up to 30 events annually.

This role involves planning and operational delivery of events for clients hiring our dry hire venue. Events vary from luxury awards ceremonies to multi-day corporate hires for companies like Sky Arts, Universal Music, and Rolling Stone. Please note, this position focuses on commercial events and does not include our music programming. Weekend and evening work may be required.

About You

You should have at least two years of professional experience in event management for private or corporate events, with strong knowledge of the live events industry. Key qualities include exceptional attention to detail, excellent communication and time management skills, and a calm, creative problem-solving approach.

We welcome applications from individuals who can bring diverse skills, experiences, and ideas. We particularly encourage those underrepresented in the cultural sector and society to apply.

Requirements

• Current and acceptable DBS check or willingness to undertake one

Application Process

Download the full job description from our website. To apply, click "Apply Now" by 25 May 2024. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 9 June 2025.

Contract Details

• Fixed Term until 31 December 2025
• 35 hours per week (excluding breaks)
• Salary: £36,420.80 per annum

Benefits

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to Work and Tech Scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Health Cash Plan
• Group Life Assurance
• Staff discount at our bar and café
• Complimentary staff tickets

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