Head of Events Job, Gloucestershire

Greycoat Lumleys; England; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality destination in the Cotswolds is seeking a dynamic Events Lead to manage the planning and execution of diverse events. This role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure smooth event delivery, focusing on operational excellence and guest experience. Ideal candidates are exceptionally organized, proactive, and have prior experience in events or hospitality operations. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth within a creative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with service charge included

Exposure to high-profile events

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple projects.
• Calm and confident during live event delivery.
• Strong communication skills for team collaboration.
• Warm and professional demeanor towards guests.
• Previous experience in events or hospitality operations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordinating events for internal and external purposes.
• Lead event operations on the day, overseeing team coordination.
• Liaise with internal departments for consistent delivery.
• Communicate updates and changes to event briefs in real time.
• Manage supplier arrivals and coordinate external contractors.

Skills

Event coordination

Multi-tasking

Communication

Problem-solving

Guest-focused service

Job description

Our client, a unique hospitality and lifestyle destination in the Cotswolds, renowned for its thoughtful design ethos, connection to nature, and curated guest experiences. The estate hosts a diverse programme of events, from workshops and brand experiences to private celebrations, press events, and high-level client bookings. This role offers the opportunity to play a central part in the creative and operational delivery of events within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Our client is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Events Lead to support the planning, coordination, and seamless delivery of both internal and external events across the estate. Working closely with food & beverage, housekeeping, estates, floristry, and marketing teams, you will help ensure every event is delivered with precision, care, and a calm, considered guest experience. The role combines event coordination, onsite leadership, logistics management, and cross-department collaboration — with a strong focus on quality, presentation, and operational excellence.

Location: Cotswolds-based estate (multi-site coordination across departments as required)

Salary: £37,275–£39,275 OTE (DOE), based on a 45-hour week including estimated service charge

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Hours: Flexibility required, including evenings and weekends depending on event schedule

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordinating internal and external events, ensuring all operational elements are in place
• Act as an on-the-day lead, overseeing timelines, team coordination, and guest experience
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure consistent delivery across the estate
• Communicate event briefs clearly, sharing updates and changes in real time
• Conduct site walk-throughs and prepare event spaces ahead of delivery
• Manage supplier arrivals and external contractor coordination where required
• Ensure event environments are styled and presented to the highest standards
• Support client communication with warm, professional guidance throughout planning
• Champion the client’s ethos across sustainability, service style, and guest experience

What We’re Looking For

• Exceptionally organised, with the ability to manage multiple moving parts under pressure
• Calm, confident, and solution-focused during live event delivery
• Strong communicator who thrives in collaborative environments
• Naturally warm, professional, and guest-focused
• Proactive and practical, comfortable with setup, styling, and hands-on operational tasks
• Flexible and adaptable, including availability for evenings and weekends
• Previous experience in events or hospitality operations (essential)

Hours, Pay & Benefits

• 45-hour working week (flexible schedule aligned to event operations)
• Competitive salaried package with service charge included in OTE
• Opportunity to work within a design-led, creative hospitality environment
• Exposure to high-profile events and meaningful guest experiences
• Supportive, collaborative, and values-driven team culture