Head of Events & Hospitality

Visa Cash App RB F1 Team; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport team in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Head of Events & Hospitality to lead a dynamic team. You will be responsible for overseeing all events and hospitality initiatives, enhancing brand presence, and ensuring exceptional experiences for fans and partners. The ideal candidate has a strong background in event management within the sports industry and excellent leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including a bonus scheme and private healthcare.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Free daily food allowance

Private Healthcare

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Car Scheme

Gym

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event management and hospitality, preferably in sports or entertainment.
• Strong understanding of the F1 landscape and motorsport marketing.
• Exceptional organizational skills with large-scale events.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive events and hospitality strategy.
• Lead end-to-end event management including planning and logistics.
• Design a world-class hospitality program for VIPs, sponsors, and fans.
• Build relationships with sponsors and stakeholders.
• Prepare and manage events and hospitality budget.

Skills

Event management

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Creativity

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Marketing/Event Management/Sports Management

Job description

Overview

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team is one of two Red Bull-owned F1 teams.

Today’s Formula 1 calls for a high level of specialist skills in every area. At Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team we strongly believe that every member of our staff can and should lead innovation and continuous improvement in such a competitive and dynamic working environment.

Sounds exciting, doesn’t? Don’t miss your chance to make an impact!

We are looking for an experienced Head of Events & Hospitality to be responsible for leading a dynamic team and collaborate across departments to implement innovative hospitality solutions for fans, sponsors, and partners, aligned with marketing objectives.

They will oversee strategic planning, execution, and management of all events and hospitality initiatives for the F1 team and enhance brand presence, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and create exceptional experiences to elevate the team's reputation in motorsport.

Responsibilities

Strategic Event Management

• Develop and implement a comprehensive events and hospitality strategy aligned with the team’s marketing goals.
• Lead and coordinate end-to-end event management, including planning, venue selection, logistics, budgeting, and post-event analysis.
• Ensure all events reflect the professionalism and ethos of the Formula 1 team.

Hospitality Program Development and Stakeholder Engagement

• Design a world-class hospitality program that offers memorable experiences for VIPs, sponsors, and fans.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, partners, and stakeholders to ensure their objectives are met during events, serving as the primary point of contact for hospitality-related inquiries.

Team Leadership and Budget Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing events and hospitality team, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration.
• Prepare and manage the events and hospitality budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and adherence to financial targets, with regular financial reviews to assess program effectiveness.

Brand Promotion

• Ensure that all events and hospitality initiatives align with the team’s brand values and enhance brand visibility.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional materials and campaigns that maximize event exposure.

Experience needed:

• Proven experience in event management and hospitality, preferably within the sports or entertainment industry, with a focus on high-profile events.
• Strong understanding of the F1 landscape and motorsport marketing.
• Track record of successfully managing large-scale events and complex projects, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and drive results.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Creative thinker with a strong eye for detail and a passion for delivering exceptional experiences.
• Degree in Marketing, Event Management, Sports Management, or a related field.
• Available to travel and participate in 15 to 19 events a year.

What We Offer

Success on track starts with people, talented individuals who grow, learn, and push forward together. At Visa Cash App Racing Bulls, we’re a young and ambitious team, recognised for developing future talent and creating opportunities to shine. On top of a competitive salary, here’s what else you can enjoy with us:

• Bonus Scheme
• Free daily food allowance
• Private Healthcare
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Car Scheme
• Gym
• And many more