Event Operations Manager

RunThrough; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the running events sector is looking for an Event Operations Manager in Manchester. The role involves overseeing event planning, managing a small team, and ensuring high standards for running events. The ideal candidate is passionate about physical activity, has excellent communication skills, and previous line management experience. This position offers various employee benefits, including free race entries and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Free entry to any RunThrough race

Discounted race entries for friends

£70 race entry fund for non-RunThrough events

£200 RunThrough Kit voucher

Flexible hours

Personalized coaching

Opportunities for professional development

£400 electronics allowance

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to training on mental health

Qualifications

• 2+ years event experience at managerial level.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support delivery of mass-participation running events.
• Maintain relationships with venues and contractors.
• Lead course team on event days.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Knowledge of the UK running industry

Job description

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Full Job Description

JOB TITLE: Event Operations Manager

START DATE: ASAP

SALARY: £30k – 35k (Depending on experience)

BASED: Manchester (Travel is involved for events)

EXPERIENCE LEVEL: 2+ years event experience at managerial level

An fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated, and hard-working individual to join the Operations Team at RunThrough. At RunThrough, we strive to excel in what we do and have fun while doing so. We are always looking for development opportunities and moments to grow, helping our staff reach their potential.

We are seeking a candidate to manage and support the delivery of cutting-edge and professional mass-participation running events. Responsibilities include event planning, venue management, and ensuring high standards in the preparation and delivery of events. The candidate may also oversee a small team as a line manager.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. Maintain and develop relationships with venues, councils, traffic management contractors, businesses, etc.
2. Create and update event management plans and risk assessments.
3. Conduct official course measurements for new event courses.
4. Lead the course team on event days, ensuring correct setup and pack-down of courses. Act as the lead cyclist for events where appropriate.
5. Line management of a small team of Operations staff.

Essential Skills and Requirements

• Passionate about physical activity and running.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic.
• Full driving licence.
• Previous line management experience.
• Ability to work independently and remotely during the week.
• Willing to work weekends with early start and finish times.
• Knowledge of the UK running industry.

Employee Benefits

• We Love What We Do: Free entry to any RunThrough race for you and your family, discounted race entries for friends, £70 race entry fund for non-RunThrough events, £200 RunThrough Kit voucher, social runs, flexible hours, and personalized coaching.
• We Create Solutions: Opportunities for professional development, team building workshops, management training, guest speakers, £400 electronics allowance, Cycle to Work scheme.
• We Are There For Each Other: Access to training on mental health, sign language, communication; monthly welfare check-ins; supportive culture.
• We Build Relationships: Regular team socials, work placements in subsidiary brands, free membership to RunThrough Run Club, opportunities for side projects, mentorship, and travel opportunities.