Partner Operations Coordinator – 50 Best

The William Reed Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global gastronomy authority in the United Kingdom is seeking an organised and proactive Partner Operations Coordinator to support the delivery of sponsor visibility across events. This full-time role involves planning, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring high standards of sponsor requirements. Ideal candidates will have experience in logistics and event operations. The organization offers a hybrid work environment and various employee benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Cultural celebration day

Volunteer day

Contributory Pension

Life Assurance Scheme

Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, event operations, or a related support role.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communicator and team player.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivery of sponsor visibility and assets.
• Coordinate with venues and suppliers for partner branding delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of sponsor assets.

Skills

Logistics experience

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

The 50 Best brand is the leading authority in global gastronomy, international drinks and premium travel space, showcasing worldwide trends and highlighting great restaurants, bars, hotels and vineyards around the world.

For more than 20 years, 50 Best has provided unrivalled guidance through its lists and events to gourmets, cocktail lovers and discerning travellers, inspiring consumers to discover and explore diverse establishments, cultures and destinations. The organisation remains steadfast in its commitment to unveiling up‑and‑coming chefs, bartenders and hoteliers, exploring trends, and highlighting the subtlety and complexity of various cuisines and drinks cultures from around the world.

Its portfolio includes The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, The World’s 50 Best Bars and their regional lists, as well as The World’s 50 Best Hotels, The World’s 50 Best Vineyards and the 50 Best Discovery platform.

We have offices in Gatwick, Brighton and London, UK; Montpellier, France; Singapore and Chicago, US. In line with the Company’s current Agile Working Policy, the successful candidate would be eligible to work part of the week from our Gatwick offices and to work remotely for the rest of the week.

Position

Position: Full time – permanent

Location: Gatwick / Hybrid

We are seeking an organised and proactive Partner Operations Coordinator to support the delivery of our sponsors’ visibility across events. This role is central to ensuring that sponsor branding and assets are prepared, tracked, and implemented seamlessly on‑site, helping us give our Partners the best possible experience.

Reporting into the Partner Operations Manager within the Operations Team, you will be supporting event preparation, liaising with suppliers and ensuring all sponsor requirements are delivered to a high standard. This is a role for someone who thrives on organisation, problem‑solving, and seeing plans come to life in a fast‑paced events environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Assisting in the planning and delivery of sponsor visibility and assets across events
• Coordinating with venues, suppliers, and production agencies to ensure timely delivery and setup of partner branding
• Supporting the Partner Operations Managers with logistics schedules, asset tracking, and reporting
• Maintaining accurate records of sponsor assets and helping prepare logistics documentation ahead of events
• Acting as an on‑site contact to help implement partner branding, resolving any practical issues that arise
• Building positive working relationships with internal teams (Partnerships, Marketing, Events, Content) to align on requirements
• Supporting post‑event reviews by gathering feedback and helping identify improvements for future events
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety and sustainability guidelines in all logistics activities
• Assisting with on‑site setup and operational support during event

Requirements

• Experience in logistics, event operations, or a related support role (exposure to events industry would be beneficial)
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent communicator and team player, able to work effectively with colleagues and external partners
• Practical problem‑solver who stays calm under pressure and enjoys working in a live event environment

Company Benefits and Initiatives Include

• 25 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays – increasing by one additional day after 6 years, up to a maximum of 30 days.
• An additional day of leave for you to take on a cultural celebration day or on your birthday if you like. A day for you! At William Reed, we call this our “MeDay”.
• A volunteer day to take for supporting a chosen charity and giving back to the community.
• Opportunity for hybrid working
• Contributory Pension
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Group Income Protection
• Enhanced family‑friendly leave pay entitlements
• Wellbeing benefits, including: A health care cash plan, Employee assistance programme, Virtual GP service and Access to health & wellbeing resources and tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme

Why work for us

We provide a supportive work environment and are committed to maintaining a healthy work/life balance for all of our employees. Working for William Reed means that you will be joining a stable organisation that is committed to developing its employees and brands.

We warmly welcome and encourage applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds and characteristics.

If you need any support in accessing this opportunity, please do not hesitate to discuss this with us.