Event Venue Manager

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Complimentary access to venue events

Bonus incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an experienced Event Venue Manager to oversee operations, sales, client relations, and event execution at a premier venue.

You will lead a team, manage budgets, and ensure compliance, safety, and exceptional event experiences for clients and guests.

This hands-on leadership role offers opportunities for growth, driving venue profitability while delivering outstanding service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Event Venue Manager or senior event management role.
• Strong sales and client relationship management skills.
• Excellent understanding of event planning, logistics, and venue operations.
• Proficiency in budget management and financial reporting.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily venue operations, including sales, event planning, and client management.
• Develop and manage the venue's budget, controlling costs and maximizing revenue.
• Coordinate with clients to understand their event needs and ensure seamless execution.
• Manage relationships with vendors, suppliers, and service providers.
• Ensure the venue is impeccably maintained, safe, and adheres to all regulations.
• Lead and motivate the venue staff, fostering a high-performance and customer-focused team culture.

Skills

Sales acumen

Client relations

Event planning

Budget management

Leadership

Team management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and experienced Event Venue Manager to oversee the operations and client satisfaction at a premier event space in Soweto . This role is responsible for managing all aspects of venue operations, from sales and client relations to event execution and facility management. You will ensure the venue is maintained to the highest standards and that every event hosted is a resounding success. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone passionate about creating exceptional event experiences and driving venue profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily venue operations, including sales, event planning, and client management.
• Develop and manage the venue's budget, controlling costs and maximizing revenue.
• Coordinate with clients to understand their event needs and ensure seamless execution.
• Manage relationships with vendors, suppliers, and service providers.
• Ensure the venue is impeccably maintained, safe, and adheres to all regulations.
• Lead and motivate the venue staff, fostering a high-performance and customer-focused team culture.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Event Venue Manager or in a similar senior event management role.
• Strong sales and client relationship management skills.
• Excellent understanding of event planning, logistics, and venue operations.
• Proficiency in budget management and financial reporting.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as event schedules demand.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus incentives.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional growth and networking within the events industry.
• Complimentary access to venue events.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment.