Events Executive

Sadler's Wells; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative organisation in London is seeking an Events Executive to manage the hire of event spaces. This on-site role requires experience in event sales and management, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The position offers a chance to be part of a diverse and supportive team. Key benefits include enhanced holiday policies, complimentary tickets, and a commitment to diversity in the hiring process. Join us in this exciting time for the events team!

Benefits

Enhanced holiday and time off in lieu policy

Complementary tickets and discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in managing events and sales effectively.
• Proven negotiation abilities to secure favorable contracts.
• Capacity to thrive in high-pressure situations and meet deadlines.
• Strong understanding of financial aspects related to event management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the hire of event spaces within Sadler's Wells.
• Collaborate with the Catering & Events team on various projects.

Skills

Experience in event sales and management

Excellent negotiation and communication skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Strong financial acumen

Job description

Sadler's Wells is a world‑leading creative organisation dedicated to dance in all its forms. Our mission is to make and share dance that inspires us all.

We are looking for a passionate results‑focused Events Executive to manage the hire of our spaces in this on‑site role.

At Sadler’s Wells everyone is welcome.

You will have the following skills and experience:

• Experience in event sales and management
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Strong financial acumen

We’re a supportive and hardworking team, working on a broad variety of projects.

This is an exciting time to join the Catering & Events team as we have opened our new venue; Sadler’s Wells East last year.

Sadler’s Wells benefits include:

• Enhanced holiday and time off in lieu policy
• Complementary tickets and discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme

For more information, please click apply.

We welcome all applications by 11:59pm GMT on 21 January 2026. Interviews will take place on 28 & 29 January 2026.

We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and actively encourage applications from Black, Asian and those belonging to ethnic groups that are currently under‑represented within the Arts. Applications from d/Deaf and disabled communities and low socio‑economic backgrounds are also welcome. As a user of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in the Job Pack.

Sadler’s Wells also works collaboratively with Parents in Performing Arts (PiPA) in efforts to support parents and carers within the industry.

If you would like support or have any queries regarding the format or submission of the application, please contact us on [e-mail].

For a list of all our current opportunities, please go to the Sadler’s Wells website sadlerswells.com/vacancies