Head of Events Ops

Live Recruitment; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Head of Event Operations. This role involves overseeing the day-to-day operations of complex event projects, managing budgets, and ensuring high standards of delivery. The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of experience in the events industry, excellent leadership skills, and a strong ability to build relationships with clients and suppliers. This position offers a hybrid working model and the opportunity to shape project operations across a dynamic event calendar.

Benefits

Full autonomy in shaping project operations

Hybrid working model with flexibility

Opportunity to work with a skilled team

Qualifications

• 7–10 years’ experience in operations within the events or temporary structures industry.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale, complex projects and teams.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational strategy across the business to align with company goals.
• Manage all phases of event operations, from planning to delivery.
• Maintain strong client and supplier relationships and act as key point of contact.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Project Planning

Client Relationship Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Tools

Project Management Tools (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP)

Job description

Hours: Full-time (flexibility required, including occasional weekend/on-site work)

Are you a strategic and hands-on Head of Event Operations with a passion for delivering exceptional events and leading high-performing teams?

The Company:

Our client is a leading force in the events industry, providing custom-built temporary and semi-permanent structures for high-profile festivals, exhibitions, sporting events, and branded installations. With a reputation for delivering innovative, large-scale projects across the UK and Europe, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and driven Head of Event Operations to take charge of day-to-day operational delivery. This fixed-term contract (maternity cover) will see you oversee a wide variety of complex event build projects from inception through to completion.

As Head of Event Operations, you’ll lead project planning and execution, manage budgets, streamline operational processes, and maintain strong relationships with clients and suppliers. With oversight of the full event calendar, you’ll ensure resources are optimally allocated and every project is delivered efficiently, on time, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead operational strategy across the business to align with company goals
• Manage all phases of event operations, from planning to delivery
• Monitor and manage budgets, project margins, and financial reporting
• Maintain strong client and supplier relationships and act as key point of contact
• Oversee cross-functional team collaboration and crew resourcing
• Ensure health and safety procedures are upheld on all projects
• Report on performance and identify operational improvements

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• 7–10 years’ experience in operations within the events or temporary structures industry
• Proven ability to manage large-scale, complex projects and teams
• Strong leadership, planning, and budgeting skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP certification desirable)
• A full UK driving licence (essential)

As Head of Event Operations, you’ll bring together people, processes, and performance to deliver world-class event experiences. You'll have visibility across all operational activity, with the opportunity to improve efficiency and create impact in a highly collaborative environment.

What’s on Offer:

• A dynamic and varied leadership role in the events industry
• Full autonomy to shape project operations across a packed event calendar
• A hybrid working model with flexibility and site involvement
• The chance to work with a passionate, creative, and skilled team

If you're an experienced Head of Event Operations ready to step into a critical role with exciting challenges and real influence, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and bring your operational expertise to an award-winning event environment!