Overview
Capel Manor College is London's only specialist land-based college, with five campuses across the capital. We are proud to shape the next generation of students in areas such as horticulture, animal management, floristry, garden design and environmental sustainability, while also running a diverse portfolio of commercial activities.
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Events and Commercial Officer to join our team at the Enfield campus. This is a varied and hands-on role where you will help shape and deliver our exciting programme of events and commercial activities, ensuring they run smoothly, safely and to the highest standard.
Responsibilities
* Supporting the planning and delivery of the College's annual commercial and community events programme.
* Coordinating logistics for events including set-up, breakdown, suppliers, volunteers and on-the-day operations.
* Managing venue hire bookings for weddings, filming and photography, from enquiry through to delivery.
* Working with colleagues to develop and promote animal experiences, weddings, and other visitor attractions.
* Assisting with commercial sales, ensuring enquiries are converted into confirmed bookings.
* Overseeing health and safety, licensing, and financial tracking for events.
* Collaborating with the Marketing team to promote events and commercial opportunities across digital and social media channels.
* Supporting the wider commercial team in retail, admissions, and reception when required.
Qualifications and experience
* Experience in organising events or community activities.
* Strong project management skills with the ability to plan and deliver multiple events.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* A proactive and flexible approach, including willingness to work weekends.
* Good administrative and organisational skills with attention to detail.
* A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
A Level 2 qualification in English and Maths (or willingness to achieve within a set timeframe) is essential. An industry-related qualification or degree is desirable, but relevant experience will also be considered.
Benefits and additional information
Capel Manor College offers excellent staff benefits, including generous annual leave, access to a defined pension scheme, retail and leisure discounts and access to an online GP. For further information on staff benefits, please click here.
We are dedicated to creating and promoting an equal, diverse, and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students. Please note that the College does not have a sponsorship licence and cannot sponsor visas; therefore we are unable to consider applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.
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