Function Manager

Bath & North East Somerset Council; Clays End; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council is seeking a part-time Function Manager to manage events at historic venues. The role entails ensuring high-quality event delivery, maintaining safety standards, and providing excellent customer service. An ideal candidate will have extensive event management experience, a passion for historic venues, and the ability to handle diverse client needs. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential. This position is based in Clays End, United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• Significant previous event management experience in a front-line role.
• Experience of working in, and being mindful of, a historic building.
• Significant exemplary customer service experience and strong communication skills.
• Experience of managing staff and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-site delivery of events to a high standard.
• Build relationships with event organizers and accommodate requests.
• Maintain security and safety during functions.
• Supervise on-site contractors and staff.
• Ensure safe evacuation and deliver first aid when required.

Skills

Event management experience

Customer service skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive problem-solving

Education

General education with high standard of English

Job description

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives.

About the Team

Are you passionate about historic venues and event management? We have a vacancy for confident and proactive part‑time Function Managers to join our friendly Bath’s Historic Venues Team.

The team deliver all private and ticketed events at the Roman Baths & Pump Room, the Guildhall, Victoria Art Gallery and Heritage Parks. Events can range from proposals, weddings, conferences, concerts, dinners and drinks receptions and parties.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that organises unique events in a portfolio of extraordinary venues.

About the Role

The primary purpose of this role is to manage the on‑site delivery of events to a high standard, balancing creating unforgettable experiences alongside protection of our historic buildings and maintaining health & safety standards for all on site.

• Customer Liaison: Build strong relationships with event organisers, being responsive and accommodating of any last‑minute requests or changes.
• Security & Safety: Maintain good order during functions, halt any event that risks the building, contents, or Council’s license, and report any damage.
• Contractor & Staff Supervision: Supervise on‑site contractors, including caterers, security staff, and the team of Events Assistants.
• Set up & Dismantling: Oversee and undertake the set up and dismantling of furniture and equipment for events according to client expectations and in line with the Council’s safety requirements.
• Emergency Management: Ensure the safe evacuation of staff and guests, deliver first aid confidently when required, and act as the primary contact for emergency services.

About You

We’re seeking seasoned event professionals who are not only experienced in managing events but are also genuinely passionate about providing an outstanding, five‑star customer experience. This role demands a commitment to excellence and a dedication to ensuring that every event attendee has a memorable and seamless experience.

Ideal candidates will possess a keen eye for detail, a proactive approach to problem‑solving, and the ability to anticipate and meet the needs of our clients and guests.

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

• Significant previous event management experience in a front‑line role.
• Experience of working in, and being mindful of, a historic building.
• A good general education with a high standard of written and spoken English and a keen attention to detail.
• Significant exemplary customer service experience and strong communication skills.
• Experience of managing staff and contractors.

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Luanna Hallam, Client Liaison Manager by email at: [e-mail] or by telephone on 01225 477786.

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Planned Interview date: Wednesday 14th January 2026.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.

Disability Confident Employer

The Council is a Disability Confident Employer.

Safeguarding Statement

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.