Events Operations Assistants

LEEDS UNIVERSITY UNION; Leeds; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Leeds University Union in Leeds is seeking two part-time Events Operations Assistants to support the Venues & Events team in delivering a vibrant programme of live entertainment.

You will manage ticketing, set up décor, represent the venue, promote events via social media and marketing channels, and help the team grow the events calendar. The role is 12 hours per week, with Friday night shifts and occasional larger events like Leeds Ball.

Responsibilities

• Manage ticketing for events.
• Set up decor and venue presentation.
• Act as a representative of the venue.
• Promote events using social media and other channels to maximise attendance.
• Support development and delivery of the events programme.

Skills

Experience in events/venues

Excellent communication

Adaptable/flexible

Teamwork

Job description

Events Operations Assistants

Part time -12 hours per week, term time only
Pay:£13.11 per hour
Closing Date:9am Monday 28 September2026*

Job ref: 65/26

2 x roles available

Leeds University Union (LUU) is a charity that helps over 38,000 studentsLove their time at Leeds. Located at the heart of campus, the Union is a space to meet people, make new friends and get involved.

Find out more about Leeds University Union atwww.luu.ac.ukor follow us on Instagram.

About the role:

We're looking for two Events Operations Assistants to work within the LUU Venues & Events team supporting the development and operational delivery of a vibrant and diverse entertainment programme. You’ll also be supporting the Venues & Events management team in the development of a dynamic and stimulating experience as our team evolves and continues to grow.

Tasks will include managing ticketing, setting up décor and acting as a representative of the venue, helping the Venues & Events team to maintain high standards of delivery throughout commercial events. You will also help to promote events using social media and various other marketing channels, to build the brand and maximise attendance for our events.

The role will be contracted for 12 hours per week, and will require you to work every Friday night when Fruity is taking place or other live music events. There is also an opportunity to work on larger scale events throughout the year such as Leeds Ball. You will be primarily spending your time working at Fruity and Gigs; however, we could require you to also be in the office during the week.

This role is a great opportunity for those wanting to take the next step in their events career or those wishing for a new challenge. The role will mainly be operational with development opportunities throughout the academic year such as training, job shadowing, and wider organisational involvement in key projects and initiatives.

What we're looking for:

We are looking for enthusiastic, creativepeople who have previous experience of working within an events or venues environment. The successful candidates will have excellent communication skills andbe adaptable and flexible, with the ability to think on their feet.

What you get in return

The benefits you can enjoy include holiday pay, extensive opportunities for learning and further development, NUS TOTUM Card, onsite venue staff discounts, discounted travel card, and discounted gym membership.

Sounds good?

* We anticipate that this role will be very popular and so we may close this advert early if we receive enough applications.

LUU highly values inclusivity and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Key Dates:

Closing date: 9am Monday 28 September 2026

Interview date: Thursday8 October 2026

Start date: October 2026

Working in the UK:

Details

£13.11 per hour

Location: Leeds, LS2 9JZ, GB