Are you ready to make your mark in the world of Formula 1?
At Formula 1, we are passionate about delivering the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle leaving a positive legacy wherever we race. Innovation has always been at the heart of what we do ever since our first Grand Prix in 1950. Now, more than 75 years on, the sport remains a pioneer, developing technologies that have made a significant impact on society beyond the track.
Everything you see on screen or at an event comes via our passionate and dedicated people. Whether its engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, or communications there is always a talented team working to maximise the potential of the sport.
Role Overview
We are looking for a Paddock Operations Co-ordinator to join our Events team at Formula 1. Event Delivery is a key pillar of the group’s business being the live platform from which fans can experience the thrill and entertainment of Formula 1. The group has longstanding commercial relationships with a diverse range of race promoters and host cities across the globe. The Off-Track group is looking to build a team to manage the deployment of F1 assets within the Paddock at each Grand Prix, whilst enhancing and improving process with various F1 stakeholders and suppliers.
Reporting into our Senior Events Experience Manager, this role will lead and assist the wider Paddock Operations team on Paddock delivery and projects.
Main Duties And Responsibilities
* To lead on project planning – status tracking, creating timelines and task organisation.
* To manage team documentation – trackers, processes and deadlines.
* Support the wider team with minute taking for both online and in person meetings.
* Complete and submit department post event reports for the team.
* Support the Paddock Ops Managers when liaising with suppliers' pre-event and live event.
* Assist in producing daily reports during live events.
* Manage daily job list/tracker during live events.
* Support with the movement and quality checking of both Paddock and Grid assets.
* Work closely with other stakeholders such as Commercial Media, Ceremonies & Protocol, and Brand Studio.
* International travel required.
What Are We Looking For?
Qualifications
* Undergraduate degree education level (desirable but not essential
Experience
* Extensive experience in a similar role at a fast paced, dynamic organisation; sport and/or live entertainment industry experience essential.
* Proven event experience with a track record of organisation and attention to detail.
* On-site event experience.
Knowledge & Skills
* Highly independent, performance driven and comfortable working in a global environment, under pressure and to tight deadlines but within a team environment.
* Confidence and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
* Experience of working globally or across multiple territories.
* English fluency – spoken and written (required); additional languages desired.
Personal Qualities
* Able to establish positive working relationships and build the respect of others internally.
* Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; flexible and ‘can do’ attitude.
* Focused and driven individual, who proactively takes on initiatives and drives projects from conception to completion.
Why join the force behind the sport?
Joining F1 means becoming part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth. We offer a dynamic work environment where ideas are heard, and employee contributions truly make an impact. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people to play their role in accelerating the future of the sport.
As a member of the F1 team, you will be able to access our amazing benefits:
* Private Healthcare scheme & dental care
* 4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
* Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
* A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding trains stations near to Biggin Hill
* Free healthy snacks in our office & subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
* 25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
* Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in-house Learning and Development team
* Discount on F1 merchandise & discount at F1’s experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive
* Perkbox benefit portal and more