Venue Event Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event venue in London is seeking an experienced Event Manager to plan and deliver diverse, high-profile events. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure the seamless execution of events while managing budgets and tracking financials. This dynamic role requires strong organizational skills and a proactive approach. Join a passionate team dedicated to redefining live experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event management, ideally within a venue or similar environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the planning, coordination, and delivery of events.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Collaborating with internal teams to guarantee smooth execution.

Skills

Event management experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Client-focused mindset

Job description

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CoCo Group is proud to be partnering with one of London’s most iconic event destinations to recruit a talented Event Manager to deliver world-class events, as part of a hugely talented team.

As Event Manager, you’ll be at the centre of planning and delivering diverse, high-profile events from exhibitions, conferences to live entertainment and experiential activations. Working closely with clients, internal teams, and external partners, you’ll ensure every event is executed flawlessly, leaving a lasting impact on audiences while supporting the venue’s ambitious growth journey.

This is a dynamic role for a proactive, detail-driven professional who thrives under pressure and is passionate about creating experiences that inspire and connect people.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the planning, coordination, and seamless delivery of events, from initial consultation through to final debrief.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and ensuring their needs are met, and exceeded.
• Collaborating with internal teams including commercial, catering, technical, and operations to guarantee smooth execution.
• Managing live event periods, including setup, operations, and breakdown, resolving challenges quickly and effectively.
• Tracking financials, managing budgets, and maximising ancillary revenue opportunities.
• Producing key documentation including event schedules, reports, and debriefs, while maintaining accurate records in event management systems.
• Staying ahead of industry trends and bringing fresh ideas to continually improve event delivery.

About You

• Proven experience in event management, ideally within a venue, conference centre, or similar environment.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a client-focused mindset.
• Calm, solutions-oriented approach under pressure with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Commercial awareness, with experience managing budgets and event costs.
• Flexibility to work varied hours and be on-site during key event periods.

Why Join?

This is an exciting time to join a forward-thinking venue that’s investing in its future and redefining live experiences. You’ll be part of a passionate and collaborative team, supported to grow your skills while playing a key role in delivering events that make a global impact.