Event Manager

Oblix; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

World-class in-house training

Travel season ticket loan

Family meals while on shift

Dining discounts across multiple Oblix

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Oblix, located on the 32nd floor of The Shard, is seeking an experienced Events Manager to join our team. You will drive and manage group dining, private events and special occasions from enquiry to delivery, building strong client relationships and maximising commercial opportunities.

You will work closely with restaurant teams to create exceptional experiences, develop repeat business through client insights, and support brand events and partnerships while growing the events business.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in events, private dining, hospitality sales or a similar role within a premium hospitality environment.
• A strong commercial mindset with the confidence to generate, develop and convert new business.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work with corporate clients, event organisers and high-profile guests.
• Exceptional organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple events and enquiries at once.
• Strong food and beverage knowledge and an understanding of how to sell a complete guest experience.
• A collaborative, proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage group bookings, private dining enquiries and events from initial enquiry through to delivery.
• Drive event sales, maximising revenue, covers and repeat business.
• Build strong relationships with corporate clients, event organisers and key partners to generate new opportunities.
• Work closely with culinary and operational teams to ensure every event is planned and delivered seamlessly.
• Use our client database and guest insights to develop relationships, encourage repeat business and identify new opportunities.
• Support key brand events, partnerships and activations while identifying opportunities to continue growing the events business.

Job description

Events Manager - Oblix

Oblix, located on the 32nd floor of The Shard, is looking for an experienced Events Manager to join the team.

This is a commercially focused role at the heart of our events business, responsible for driving and managing group dining, private events and special occasions at Oblix. From the first enquiry through to the event itself, you'll build strong client relationships, maximise commercial opportunities and work closely with our restaurant teams to create exceptional experiences.

The Role

As Events Manager, you will:

• Manage group bookings, private dining enquiries and events from initial enquiry through to delivery.
• Drive event sales, maximising revenue, covers and repeat business.
• Build strong relationships with corporate clients, event organisers and key partners to generate new opportunities.
• Work closely with culinary and operational teams to ensure every event is planned and delivered seamlessly.
• Use our client database and guest insights to develop relationships, encourage repeat business and identify new opportunities.
• Support key brand events, partnerships and activations while identifying opportunities to continue growing the events business.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll be a confident, commercially minded events professional with a genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Previous experience in events, private dining, hospitality sales or a similar role within a premium hospitality environment.
• A strong commercial mindset with the confidence to generate, develop and convert new business.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work with corporate clients, event organisers and high-profile guests.
• Exceptional organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple events and enquiries at once.
• Strong food and beverage knowledge and an understanding of how to sell a complete guest experience.
• A collaborative, proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

The Benefits

We ask a lot from our people, so we believe in recognising and rewarding the contribution you make. Alongside the opportunity to develop your career with an international restaurant group, you’ll have access to a range of benefits, including:

• World-class in-house training and development.
• Opportunities to travel and develop your career across our five international brands.
• Long service awards and exciting in-house incentives.
• Travel season ticket loan.
• Family meals while on shift.
• Dining discounts across Zuma, ROKA, Oblix and INKO NITO.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Our Commitment to Inclusivity

At Oblix, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you.