Event Planner | Manchester United

Compass Group UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare & wellbeing

23 days annual leave

Life assurance

Discounts

Job summary

Levy UK & Ireland, part of Compass Group, seeks an Event Planning Administrator to support world-class conferences and events at Manchester United’s Old Trafford.

You will coordinate catering, plan logistics, liaise with clients, design menus with chefs, manage budgets, and help on-site delivery, ensuring exceptional service and a flawless guest experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning and hospitality.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating catering arrangements for various events, meticulously planning logistics, and ensuring that all client requirements are met with precision and efficiency.
• Liaising with clients and stakeholders to ensure events align with the client’s vision and exceed expectations.
• Collaborating with clients and the Levy team to deliver exceptional service from planning to delivery.
• Designing and tailoring menus with chefs to meet dietary needs and brand alignment.
• Assisting with budgets, negotiations, and contracts to optimize cost and compliance.
• Overseeing on-site execution, ensuring high-quality hospitality and resolving issues.

Skills

Event planning

Hospitality

Communication

Organization

Job description

Event Planning Administrator – Old Trafford, Manchester United | Full-Time / Permanent

Up to £33,000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, and more.

We're seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Event Planning Administrator to support the seamless execution of world-class conferences and events at Manchester United, arguably the world's most storied football club.

If you're a meticulous planner with a love of F&B, relentless attention to detail, and a passion for creating iconic events and experiences, then this exciting role could be the perfect next step for you.

Old Trafford is more than a stadium, it's a global landmark, and home to Manchester United's146 year old heritage.

At Levy, we bring experiences to life at some of the world's most iconic stadiums and venues, and our multi-year agreement with Manchester United is no exception.

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.

Together, we are excited to bring in passionate people who share our joint vision and drive for success.

Event Planning Administrator – The role

• Coordinating catering arrangements for various events, meticulously planning logistics, and ensuring that all client requirements are met with precision and efficiency.
• Using your exceptional communication skills to liaise effectively with clients and other stakeholders to ensure that every aspect of the event aligns with the client's vision and exceeds their expectations.
• Collaborating closely with the client and other members of the Levy team to ensure that all guests receive exceptional service from the moment ofinitialevent planning through to event delivery.
• Designing andtailoringmenus in collaboration with chefs, ensuring dietary needs and brand alignment
• Supporting with the management of budgets, negotiations, and contracts to optimise cost and compliance

• Overseeing on-site event execution, ensuring high-quality hospitality service and effectively resolving issues

What we're looking for

• A passion for the hospitality and events industry
• Background in event planning with a strong knowledge of food and drink including upcoming trends
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability prioritise
• An honest, transparent and consistent team player
• A confident communicator with the ability to act on customer feedback and complaints
• A flexible approach with a "can do" attitude

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits
• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme
• Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
• Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Family benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 2 days' additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby's first birthday, enhanced family leave
• Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off Pure Gym memberships
• Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products
• Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways

Why Join Us?

Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality.

We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.