Company Description Job Title: Event Manager Location: UWC Atlantic, St Donat's, Llantwit Major, CF61 1WF Contract Type: Full time- 40 hours a week Salary: £32,000 Why Join us? 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave Bespoke training & development opportunities Pension & life insurance Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme Free meals while at work Career development through apprenticeships for all experience levels. About the role: We are looking for an experienced and passionate Event Manager to join our team at UWC Atlantic, St Donat's.. Working with Holroyd Howe, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional events ranging from conferences and fine dining experiences to weddings and school functions. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and is committed to delivering outstanding service. Job Description Key Responsibilities: Plan, coordinate, and deliver a variety of events from concept to completion Act as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring an exceptional customer experience Liaise with internal teams including catering, kitchen, and operations to ensure seamless delivery Oversee event setup, service, and breakdown on-site Prepare event proposals, costings, and manage budgets effectively Ensure compliance with all health & safety and food hygiene regulations Build strong client relationships to drive repeat business and positive feedback Qualifications Candidate Profile: Proven experience in event management, hospitality, or a similar role Excellent organisational and time-management skills Strong communication and interpersonal abilities Ability to manage multiple events and work under pressure Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends A proactive, hands-on attitude with great attention to detail Desirable: Experience in contract catering or educational settings Knowledge of event planning systems or hospitality software Additional Information We pride ourselves on: People first We’re a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients. Great food, always Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences. Food education We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices. Respect in everything we do Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other. Fresh thinking New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering. In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children. This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.