Senior Event Planner

HELP Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events firm is seeking a Senior Event Planner to manage and execute high-budget events in South West London. Ideal candidates will have a background in event catering, excellent communication skills, and at least two years of relevant experience. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £40k plus overtime, commission, and various benefits such as remote working flexibility and a supportive company culture. Apply now to join a pioneer in luxury event catering.

Benefits

Overtime after 5.30pm

6 monthly commission

Paid hourly for weekend work

End-of-year bonus

Work from home 1 day per week

Daily free lunch

Supportive company culture

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in event catering.
• Experience in sales, planning, and operations for events.
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales pitches and deal with clients.
• Generate quotations and coordinate high-budget events.
• Operationally lead the team during event execution.

Skills

Event catering background

Communication skills

Attention to detail

360 event management experience

Knowledge of London venues

Job description

Role

Senior Event Planner

Location

South West London

Sector

Bespoke Event Catering

Salary

£37k - £45k plus overtime, commission & bonuses

Hours

Mon - Fri 9‑5.30pm plus events (evenings & weekends)

Benefits

Overtime after 5.30pm, 6 monthly commission, end of year bonus, work from home 1 day per week plus many more!

The Event Caterer & Culture

A leading name and pioneer in the events industry as both a luxury catering and event management specialist. Known for delivering exceptional detail, creativity and style, along with unmatched levels of knowledge and experience.

Senior Event Planner Role

As an experienced and confident event organiser, you will be required to lead sales pitches and deal directly with prospective and existing clients, generating and providing quotations and coordinating events with budgets in excess of £250,000.

You will operationally lead the team during event execution with the assistance of the operations team.

What’s in it for you?

• Overtime after 5.30pm
• 6 monthly commission
• Paid hourly for any weekend worked
• End‑of‑year bonus
• Work from home 1 day per week
• Daily free lunch
• A supportive company culture
• Training opportunities

Are you the next Senior Event Planner?

• You will come from an event catering background with a passion for quality food and beverage, with at least two years experience.
• Will have experience across 360 event management from a sales, planning and operations perspective.
• You will have excellent communication, attention to detail with the ability to manage several events.
• An understanding of London venues.

Location

SW London

Salary

Up to £40k plus bonus, commission and overtime

To apply or find out more submit your CV today.