Deputy Venue Manager, Ovh Cortina Mico26 Olympic & Paralympic Games

On Location; Milano; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An experiential hospitality leader based in Milan is seeking a Deputy Venue Manager for Off-Venue Hospitality. In this role, you will ensure exceptional guest experiences during events, coordinate with internal teams, and manage external suppliers. The ideal candidate has a degree in hospitality management and 3-5 years of relevant experience, fluent in both English and Italian. This full-time position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.

Competenze

• 3-5 years of experience in event production or venue management.
• Fluent in business English and Italian.
• Experience managing operations in hospitality spaces.

Mansioni

• Assist the Venue Manager in delivering high-quality hospitality.
• Manage and coordinate external suppliers.
• Lead in the absence of the Venue Manager.

Conoscenze

Project / Program Management

Team Management

Interpersonal Communication

Conflict Resolution

Detail-oriented

Negotiation

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in hospitality management or related field

Strumenti

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Descrizione del lavoro

Who We Are

On Location is a global leader in premium experiential hospitality offering ticketing curated guest experiences live event production and travel management across sports entertainment fashion and culture. On Location provides unrivaled access for corporate clients and fans looking for official immersive experiences at marquee events including the Olympic and Paralympic Games FIFA World Cup 2026 Super Bowl NCAA Final Four and more. An official partner and / or service provider to over 150 iconic rights holders such as the IOC (the Milano Cortina 2026 and Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games) FIFA NFL NCAA UFC WWE and PGA of America the company also owns and operates a number of its own unique experiences. On Location is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings Inc. (NYSE : TKO) a premium sports and entertainment company.

Contract duration

12 January - 27 February 2026

What Youll Do

As Deputy Venue Manager Off-Venue Hospitality (OVH) Event Production you will play a key role in the final preparations and day-to-day operations of your assigned venue. Working closely with internal teams and external partners youll help deliver exceptional experiences through careful planning real-time problem-solving and effective team coordination. Youll support the Venue Manager in ensuring the venue runs smoothly and efficiently providing safe and high-quality conditions for both suppliers and guests. When the Venue Manager is unavailable youll take the lead acting as the primary on-site representative for the Event Production team and the wider company.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Venue Manager in delivering consistent high-quality hospitality programs.
• Manage and coordinate external suppliers and vendors.
• Act as the on-site lead in the absence of the Venue Manager.
• Contribute to operational planning, setup and readiness of the venue.
• Support the development and updating of operational tools and documentation.
• Lead or facilitate regular production meetings with staff and partners.
• Anticipate, troubleshoot and respond proactively to operational challenges before and during event delivery.
• Collaborate closely with other venue teams to share learnings, best practices and operational solutions.

You Will Work Closely With

Internal Teams:

• Venue Manager (direct reporting line)
• Director OVH Event Production
• On Location venue teams and Functional Areas (FAs)
• Venue operator representatives

External Partners:

• Production agencies
• Catering providers
• Entertainment suppliers
• Hospitality staffing agencies
• Other service providers

What You Bring

• Bachelors degree in hospitality management Sports / Event Management or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 35 years of experience in event production brand activations or venue management.
• Fluent in business English and Italian (spoken and written).
• Experience managing operations in event venues or hospitality spaces.
• Previous involvement in large-scale sports events or immersive activations is a strong plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint).
• Highly organized detail-oriented and process-driven.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Work calmly under pressure.
• Operate efficiently in fast-paced and dynamic environments.
• Strong interpersonal communication negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Reliable committed and motivated team player.

Residency in or near Milano or Cortina Italy is a plus.

Willingness to work long hours evenings weekends and holidays as required by event schedules.

Key Skills

• Project / Program Management
• Military Intelligence
• Program Management
• Military Experience
• SAFe
• ITIL
• Project Management
• Team Management
• Budgeting
• DoD Experience
• Supervising Experience
• Contracts

Employment Type

Full-Time

Vacancy

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