Event Manager

RunThrough; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free RunThrough Kit

Discounts for friends & family

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working

Job summary

RunThrough is seeking an Event Manager in Manchester to own on-site delivery of weekend running events. You will set up, run, and break down event courses, oversee operations, and ensure a safe, well-organised participant experience.

You will lead staff and volunteers, coordinate logistics, and attend weekly planning meetings. A hands-on, outdoors-friendly attitude and full UK driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in event delivery, operations, or volunteering (preferably within mass participation or sporting events).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident leading teams, including staff and volunteers.
• Ability to problem-solve and make decisions quickly under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, approachable manner.
• Hands-on, proactive attitude with a willingness to work outdoors in all conditions.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, delivery, and breakdown of the event courses at weekend running events.
• Oversee on-the-day operations, ensuring events run smoothly, safely, and on schedule.
• Manage and brief event staff and volunteers.
• Act as a main point of contact on the course, resolving issues as they arise.
• Provide a smooth and well-organised experience for all participants.
• Maintain high standards of presentation, safety, and efficiency.
• Support event logistics including equipment loading, transport, and pack down.
• Attend weekly planning meetings to align on upcoming events.
• Van drop off and collection as required.

Skills

Event delivery

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Outdoor work

UK driving licence

Organisational skills

Job description

The Event Manager will take ownership of delivering high-quality event day experiences across RunThrough’s events across the region, playing a key role in bringing each event to life on the ground. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role centred around weekend events, where you’ll be responsible for setting up, managing, and overseeing the event courses to ensure a smooth experience for all participants.

Working closely with the wider team, you’ll attend weekly planning meetings while dedicating the majority of your time to on-site delivery, either across setup, single or double event weekends. This role is ideal for someone passionate about running and events, who thrives in a dynamic, outdoor environment and enjoys an unconventional working pattern focused on weekends. With full training provided, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to the continued growth and success of RunThrough’s events in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, delivery, and breakdown of the event courses at weekend running events
• Oversee on-the-day operations, ensuring events run smoothly, safely, and on schedule
• Manage and brief event staff and volunteers
• Act as a main point of contact on the course, resolving issues as they arise
• Provide a smooth and well-organised experience for all participants
• Maintain high standards of presentation, safety, and efficiency
• Support event logistics including equipment loading, transport, and pack down
• Attend weekly planning meetings to align on upcoming events
• Van drop off and collection as required.

What We’re Looking For:

Required

• Experience in event delivery, operations, or volunteering (preferably within mass participation or sporting events)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Confident leading teams, including staff and volunteers
• Ability to problem-solve and make decisions quickly under pressure
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, approachable manner
• Hands-on, proactive attitude with a willingness to work outdoors in all conditions
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

Preferred

• Passionate about running and live events
• Experienced with live events and event village organisation
• Free entry to races, and discounts for your friends & family
• Enhanced parental leave
• Access to wellbeing platform
• Flexible working arrangements - hybrid Working, flexible Hours
• Discounts available from our partners
• Free RunThrough Kit and discount codes available
• Free membership to the RunThrough Run Club - a place where you can meet and train with other members of the community
• Regular team socials including group runs
• Bi-annual company socials & away days
• Opportunities to travel & work at events globally.

RunThrough is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.