Events Manager

Longleat; Warminster; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days holiday inclusive of bank hols

Unlimited free entry to Longleat for员工

Complimentary tickets to Longleat and

50% off Membership for Friends and Fam

Discounts on food/beverages and retail

Discounts on VIP Experiences and Accom

Discretionary bonus scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employer contributory pension scheme

Life assurance scheme

Perks at work

Range of flexible working schemes

Job summary

Longleat Enterprises Limited (trading as Longleat) is seeking an Events Manager to lead the planning, coordination and delivery of our seasonal events at Longleat.

You will manage a team, collaborate with internal departments and external suppliers to create safe, memorable experiences for guests, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required. This is a permanent, salaried role with a 40-hour week over 5 days.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience delivering events, ideally in leisure/attractions.
• Able to prepare operational event plans, schedules and resources.
• Experience managing event budgets, monitoring expenditure and forecasts.
• Skilled at coordinating internal departments and managing suppliers and contractors.
• Sound knowledge of event Health & Safety and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the detailed planning, coordination and delivery of Longleat's seasonal events.
• Line manage Events Coordinators and work with internal departments and external suppliers.
• Ensure events are delivered to the highest standards, safely and efficiently.

Skills

Event planning

Budget management

Supplier coordination

Team leadership

Health & Safety

Communication

Job description

About the role:

Are you an organised, creative and guest-focused events professional ready to bring Longleat’s events programme to life? We are looking for an Events Manager to lead the detailed planning, coordination and delivery of our seasonal events, turning approved concepts into safe, efficient and memorable experiences for our guests. Working within the Operations department and reporting to the Visitor Operations Manager, you will line manage our Events Coordinators and work closely with internal departments and external suppliers to deliver events to the highest standards.

About you:

• Have at least three years’ commercial experience managing and delivering events, ideally within the leisure or attractions sector.
• Is skilled at preparing operational event plans, schedules and resource requirements, including Event Management Plans and emergency arrangements.
• Have experience of managing event budgets, monitoring expenditure and forecasts, and working within delegated authority.
• Is confident coordinating internal departments and managing suppliers and contractors to deliver events safely and to agreed standards.
• Have a sound working knowledge of event Health & Safety and risk assessment, with the judgement to seek specialist advice and escalante issues when needed.
• Is an organised and creative planner who can turn approved concepts into practical, memorable guest experiences.
• Is an excellent communicator who builds positive working relationships and influences at all levels, while staying calm under pressure.
• Have experience of leading a team, allocating work and supporting colleague development, with a genuine passion for outstanding customer service.

Your contract:

You will be employed on a permanent salaried contract working 40 hours a week over 5 days, including evening, weekends and bank holidays as required.

A little about us

At Longleat we offer a day out like no other, our guests are invited to step into the Thynn family home where they will find the finest example of Elizabethan Architecture. They are also immersed into the wild side, where they can visit over 120 species of animals by car, foot, train, bus, and boat.

With a core business welcoming around 1 million guests every year, we are passionate about providing unforgettable experiences that bring family and friends together to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Why join the Longleat team?

In this unique work environment, you will be surrounded by historic landscapes and listed buildings, all whilst listening to our lions roar and wolves howl. You will even have the opportunity to visit our adorable Koalas and cheeky meerkats during your lunch break.

You will receive attractive benefits that include:

• 29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, rising to 31 days at 5 years’ service.
• Unlimited free entry to Longleat for our employees
• Complimentary tickets to Longleat and Cheddar Gorge and Caves, 18 per annum pro rata
• 50% off Membership for Friends and Family
• Discounts on food and beverages and retail merchandise
• Discounts on VIP Experiences and Accommodation
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employer contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance scheme
• Perks at work
• Range of flexible working schemes