General Manager - Event Projects - Chichester

The Goodwood Estate Company Limited; Chichester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events company in Chichester is seeking a visionary General Manager to shape and drive world-class events. The role involves overseeing event projects, ensuring strategic alignment, and fostering a culture of excellence. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership in large-scale events, a passion for creating memorable experiences, and the ability to manage complex schedules. This position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to take the lead in high-profile events.

Benefits

Training and wellbeing support

Gym membership

Exclusive event perks

Qualifications

• Proven success in leading complex projects and large-scale events.
• Experience in managing VIP guests and their schedules.
• In-depth knowledge of event industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspirational leadership across all Event Projects.
• Collaborate with various functions to meet annual targets.
• Manage event budgets and procurement for cost efficiency.

Skills

Vision and strategic thinking

Leadership

Creativity

Customer-centric focus

Financial acumen

Job description

Goodwood is renowned for creating truly unforgettable moments—and now we’re looking for an exceptional General Manager to help shape and drive the success of our world-class events and lead the Event Projects team which is at the heart of the planning and delivery of a broad range of events including Goodwoof, Nucleus, Magnolia Cup, Qatar Goodwood Festival, Doghouse events and the Health Summit.

This role is all about vision, strategic thinking, and creativity. You’ll champion innovation, and ensure our events stay captivating, customer-centric, and firmly aligned with Goodwood’s values.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Provide inspirational leadership across all Event Projects, ensuring clarity and alignment among internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate across Partnerships, Marketing, Operations, Content & Digital functions to deliver the annual PBT targets
• Protect and develop the distinct personality and brand of each event, ensuring a consistent and inspiring creative direction
• Manage build schedules, critical paths, and strategic event planning while fostering team excellence
• Plan and Manage VIP itineraries to deliver exceptional delegate and guest experience
• Champion a culture of excellence, innovation, and customer-first thinking in every event detail
• Lead and develop the Event Projects Planning team, prioritising talent development and high performance
• Own event budgets and procurement activity, ensuring cost efficiency while maintaining quality

What You’ll Bring:

• A genuine passion for live events, with the drive to deliver magic at every touchpoint
• In-depth knowledge of event industry standards, particularly in large-scale and outdoor formats
• Proven success in leading complex projects, overseeing infrastructure builds, and navigating shifting priorities
• Experience of dealing with VIP guests and exacting VIP schedules
• Creative vision combined with robust strategic and financial acumen
• Confidence and charisma in leading cross-functional teams, motivating staff, and influencing stakeholders
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence
• Infectious enthusiasm, a sense of fun, and the drive to keep improving every experience

Why Goodwood?

• Lead headline-making events with bold ambitions
• Enjoy a stunning setting, dynamic culture, and strong team spirit
• Access benefits including training, wellbeing support, gym membership, and exclusive event perks

If you're a visionary leader ready to take centre stage in delivering experiences that make headlines and hearts race, we’d love to hear from you.

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