Venue Event Manager

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An iconic event destination in London is seeking an Event Manager to lead and execute diverse, high-profile events. The successful candidate will have proven experience in event management, strong organizational abilities, and a passion for creating impactful experiences. You will work closely with clients and internal teams to ensure each event exceeds expectations, contributing to the venue's growth and success.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of events from consultation to debrief.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and manage relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth event execution.

Skills

Event management

Organizational skills

Client relationship management

Problem-solving

Budget management

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.