Thesleff Group is seeking a visionary and highly experienced
Head of Events to lead and oversee the strategic planning, execution, and
growth of events across our renowned portfolio. This senior leadership role
offers the opportunity to shape and elevate our events offering, ensuring
world-class experiences across all venues while fostering creativity,
collaboration, and operational excellence.
Thesleff Group operates Los Mochis restaurants in Notting
Hill & London City, the iconic Sale e Pepe in Knightsbridge, and the
vibrant Viajante87 cocktail bar and lounge in Notting Hill. With private
dining, exclusive celebrations, and corporate gatherings at the core of our
brand, we aim to create unforgettable moments for every guest.
This is a unique opportunity for a highly motivated and
creative individual to take ownership of a dynamic events program, while
leading and mentoring a growing events team.
Key Benefits:
* Private
Health Insurance.
* 10
days fully paid sick leave.
* 50%
off when visiting the restaurant with family & friends.
* Career
development opportunities.
* A
people-focused, inclusive culture.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop
and execute a comprehensive strategy for events across all Thesleff Group
venues, aligning with the company’s overall goals and brand identity.
* Lead
and inspire the events team, ensuring seamless delivery of all events from
conception to execution, while upholding the highest standards of
excellence.
* Collaborate
with key stakeholders, including leadership, marketing, and external
partners, to design bespoke event concepts and experiences.
* Oversee
the planning and execution of high-profile events, including private
dining, large-scale corporate gatherings, and exclusive celebrations,
ensuring an exceptional guest experience.
* Manage
budgets, set financial goals, and track event performance to drive
profitability and operational efficiency.
* Build
and maintain strong relationships with clients, sponsors, and
collaborators to strengthen Thesleff Group’s reputation for outstanding
events.
* Establish
best practices for event processes and workflows, ensuring consistency and
quality across all venues.
* Work
closely with the marketing team to promote event offerings and grow the
brand’s profile through innovative campaigns and partnerships.
* Analyse
feedback, monitor industry trends, and implement improvements to
continuously enhance the events programme.
Skills and Qualifications:
* Proven
experience in a senior events role, such as Head of Events, ideally within
the hospitality, luxury, or events-driven industries.
* A
strong track record of planning, managing, and delivering exceptional
events on a large scale.
* Inspirational
leadership skills, with the ability to mentor, motivate, and manage a
high-performing team.
* Exceptional
organisational and project management abilities, with the capacity to
juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.
* Outstanding
communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused mindset and
ability to build lasting relationships.
* Commercial
acumen, with experience managing budgets and achieving financial goals.
* Creative
problem-solving skills and a passion for delivering unique and memorable
experiences.
* A
deep understanding of luxury hospitality and event trends, with the
ability to translate insights into innovative concepts.
If you are an experienced Head of Events with the vision,
creativity, and leadership skills to elevate Thesleff Group’s events programme
to new heights, we invite you to join our team and shape the future of luxury
hospitality events in London.
Thesleff Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to
diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We encourage applications from
all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national
origin, age, disability, or other legally protected status.