Riverside Event Programming Lead (12m FTC)

Sodexo Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Benefits fund £1,300

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Sodexo Live! is seeking a Senior Event Programming Manager to lead the development and delivery of a dynamic programme of ticketed events at Fulham Pier, London.

You will curate a diverse events calendar spanning culture, music, comedy, wellness, family and learning, driving audience growth and commercial success. You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to maximise event performance, negotiate contracts, and manage budgets while delivering memorable guest experiences at a

Qualifications

• A strong track record of developing and delivering creative event programmes.
• Experience working in a commercial events, cultural, entertainment or venue environment.
• Excellent knowledge of the London events market and current audience trends.
• A strong network of artists, suppliers, promoters, content providers and creative partners.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Experience managing budgets, margins, revenue targets and event profitability.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to work across integrated client, venue and operational teams.
• A creative, forward-thinking mindset with the ability to generate fresh and engaging programming ideas.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple events, suppliers and priorities.
• A collaborative, people-focused approach and the ability to build positive, long-lasting relationships.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, make confident decisions and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Flexibility to support events outside of standard office hours when required.
• A genuine passion for creating memorable experiences and contributing to the growth of a new destination.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the venue’s overall creative programming strategy for ticketed events.
• Curate a diverse calendar of events including, but not limited to, live performances, cultural events, immersive experiences, talks, workshops, and brand activations.
• Foster a collaborative and inspiring team environment that motivates and encourages colleagues to engage and perform at their best.
• Foster and maintain a strong relationship with Fulham Pier's programming team, holding regular meetings to review successes, set targets, and establish the events schedule.
• Deliver programming that drives revenue, ticket sales, and attendance targets.
• Work closely with commercial, marketing and partnerships teams to maximise event performance.
• Manage all aspects of artist/promoter/supplier relationships including negotiating fees, contracts, and commercial terms.
• Deliver budgeted revenue, profit, and contribution targets across all event categories and venue spaces.
• Maximise revenue opportunities and profitability through effective commercial management, strategic pricing, yield optimisation, and the use of venue management systems.

Job description

Sodexo Live! is seeking a Senior Event Programming Manager to lead the development and delivery of a dynamic programme of ticketed events at Fulham Pier, London.

You will curate a diverse events calendar spanning culture, music, comedy, wellness, family and learning, driving audience growth and commercial success. You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to maximise event performance, negotiate contracts, and manage budgets while delivering memorable guest experiences at a