Event Manager - Sheffield

Legends Global; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events management company in Sheffield is seeking an Event Manager to plan and deliver various events. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and experience in a multi-purpose event space. Responsibilities include overseeing event delivery, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and liaising with internal departments. This role offers benefits such as 25 days annual leave and health support, and is a 12-month fixed-term contract.

Benefits

Discounted tickets for live events

25 days annual leave

Life Assurance policy

Pension contribution

Healthshield support

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a mixed program of events in a live entertainment venue.
• Ability to work flexibly under pressure.
• Strong awareness of Health and Safety issues regarding venue management.

Responsibilities

• Act as Duty Manager for events, leading successful event delivery.
• Ensure public safety during events through compliance and safety checks.
• Liaise with internal departments for smooth event execution.

Skills

Event management

Organizational skills

People management

Health and Safety compliance

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has become available to join our Events team at Utilita Arena Sheffield. As one of our Event Managers, you will be responsible for planning and delivering events by liaising with tour reps and event organisers to ensure their event is delivered in a coordinated and safe manner. This is the perfect role for someone with experience of working on a mixed programme of events from a live entertainment venue, looking to grow their career with a global business and be part of a fantastic venue team. Please note: this role is a 12 months fixed‑term maternity contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Duty Manager for events – leading the live delivery and managing front of house, security, stewards, hosts, medical teams, tech, and ensuring a safe and successful event.
• Lead public safety during events – ensuring safety checks, logging occurrences, and upholding licensing conditions.
• Liaise with all internal venue departments – ensuring accurate information is shared for smooth event delivery.
• Provide promoters and organisers with venue information and manage them through planning to delivery, ensuring strong client service and clear communication.
• Ensure contractors, staff and supplies are booked on time, accurate and aligned with requirements – keeping events adequately resourced.
• Always ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations (and relevant training) – protecting staff, guests and the business.
• Be responsible for the administrative and practical preparation of events within the Venue – including music shows, comedy, theatre events, conferences, exhibitions, dinners, meetings and parties.
• Ensure event costs are accurately tracked, recharged and approved.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in an events‑based environment, ideally within a similar multi‑purpose space.
• Excellent organisation and planning skills with the ability to work flexibly under pressure.
• Strong people management skills – vital for leading casual staff, contractors and internal teams.
• A high level of awareness of Health and Safety issues regarding venue management and event management – ensures compliance and safe delivery.
• Experience of planning, designing and operating multiple event types (music, comedy, theatre, corporate, etc.) – breadth of operational know‑how.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills – crucial for working with promoters, clients and internal stakeholders.

Benefits

• Access to discounted tickets for live events.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Life Assurance policy.
• Pension contribution.
• Healthshield support for dental, counselling, physio costs and more.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health support.
• Flexible working arrangements.

About Us

Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end‑to‑end solutions from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality. We take a 360‑degree, data‑driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences worldwide. Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive, forward‑thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values – Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win – we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our employees, customers and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.