Strategic Event Planning Manager | Stadium Events

Delaware North; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33-day holiday allowance (incl. bank/9

Favourable pension contributions

Free meal on event days

Job summary

Delaware North UK is seeking a full-time Events Planning Manager to join our team at London Stadium in Stratford, London. You will lead the event planning process, coordinate with venue stakeholders and clients, and ensure outstanding guest experiences for conferences, boardroom meetings, award ceremonies and launches.

With 5+ years in events and strong IT and communication skills, you will manage suppliers, diary, and briefing meetings, while ensuring health and safety and licensing compliance

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ event experience in a similar environment.
• No degree required.
• Strong communication, organisation and attention to detail.
• Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent knowledge of food and event hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Manage non-matchday event planning for clients, venue partners, sponsors and box holders, prioritising guest experience.
• Ensure accurate supplier pricing and review new experiences to enhance guest experience.
• Diary management for events and coordination with relevant departments.
• Produce and distribute weekly function sheets and lead weekly briefing meetings.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, food hygiene, licensing laws and trading standards.

Skills

Event planning

Communication

Organisation

Attention to detail

Productivity

Flexibility

Fast learner

IT literacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Delaware North UK is seeking a full-time Events Planning Manager to join our team at London Stadium in Stratford, London. You will lead the event planning process, coordinate with venue stakeholders and clients, and ensure outstanding guest experiences for conferences, boardroom meetings, award ceremonies and launches.

With 5+ years in events and strong IT and communication skills, you will manage suppliers, diary, and briefing meetings, while ensuring health and safety and licensing compliance