Event Planning Administrator - Manchester United

Levy; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Wellbeing support

Annual leave 23 days + bank holidays

Birthday off

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on Shopping/Entertainment/Tr

Job summary

Levy UK & Ireland is seeking an Event Planning Administrator in Old Trafford, Manchester United. You will coordinate catering and logistics for world-class conferences and events, liaising with clients to ensure the client vision is met with precision and flawless service.

You will work closely with Levy’s team to design menus with chefs, manage budgets and contracts, and oversee on-site delivery to provide exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning and logistics
• Strong knowledge of food and drink including upcoming trends
• Excellent organisation skills
• Clear, confident communicator
• Flexible, proactive team player

Responsibilities

• Coordinating catering arrangements for events with precise logistics
• Liaising with clients and stakeholders to align with the client vision
• Collaborating with Levy team to deliver high-quality service from planning to delivery
• Designing menus with chefs, considering dietary needs and brand alignment
• Managing budgets, negotiations and contracts to optimise costs and compliance
• Overseeing on-site event execution and hospitality, resolving issues efficiently

Skills

Event planning

Organisation

Communication

Flexibility

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’s 146 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 of initial event planning through to event delivery.
• Designing and tailoring menus 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.