Sports Event Manager

FS1 Recruitment; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Sports Event Manager to join their team in Letchworth, UK. The successful candidate will manage the timing of various sporting events and ensure smooth operations. Key responsibilities include setting up timing equipment, coordinating with event organisers, and addressing participant inquiries. Ideal candidates should have experience with timing equipment and excellent communication skills. This position offers a clear growth path within the company and benefits such as company van access for events.

Benefits

Company progression development plan

Access to a company van

Networking opportunities

Fantastic rewards system

Loyalty scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with timing equipment and/or sports events preferred.
• Proven ability to manage time effectively.
• Strong communication skills necessary for coordinating events.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate timing equipment for various events.
• Coordinate with event organisers to ensure a seamless experience.
• Troubleshoot technical issues with timing equipment.

Skills

Timing equipment experience

Excellent time management

Ability to work under pressure

Good communication skills

Manual UK driving licence

Job description

Our client is currently seeking a Sports Event Manager to join their team on a contract basis with the view to go permanent in 2026. The Event Manager will be responsible for accurately timing various sporting events across the UK using advanced chip timing technology.

Key Responsibilities

• The event manager will set up and operate timing equipment effectively
• Coordinate with event organisers and participants to ensure a seamless experience
• Troubleshoot any technical or physical issues with timing equipment
• Complete the event set-up and clear down of all equipment
• Support with any participant inquiries raised on-site promptly
• Provide honest event feedback to support company and individual development

Key Skills and Experience

• The event manager will ideally have timing equipment and/or sports events experience
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Good communication skills
• Full standard manual UK driving licence

Company Benefits

• Clear company progression development plan with opportunities for growth.
• Access to a company van for events when required.
• Great opportunity to network with other event coordinators and sporting athletes.
• Fantastic company reward system for competitions
• Company loyalty scheme

Please contact Aimee on [e-mail] if you would like to find out more about this position.