6-month contract role with a local authority
Summary
* This is a 6-month contract role with a local authority, focused on leading the end-to-end management of events across City Hall venues. The position serves as the primary point of contact for clients, from initial inquiry through to operational delivery. The role is crucial in ensuring that events are delivered to exceptional standards, meeting client expectations while adhering to all relevant legislation, policies, and health and safety requirements.
Responsibilities
* Manage client relationships throughout the full event lifecycle, from sales inquiry to delivery.
* Develop, coordinate, and deliver a wide range of corporate, public, and private events, including weddings.
* Identify and drive new income opportunities, promoting venue hire and maximizing revenue.
* Prepare quotations, proposals, and event specifications, ensuring accuracy and alignment with client requirements.
* Conduct client presentations and venue show rounds to convert inquiries into confirmed bookings.
* Plan and oversee event logistics, including coordination with suppliers, contractors, and internal teams.
* Lead pre-event briefings and ensure all personnel understand operational and safety requirements.
* Ensure all events are delivered in compliance with legislation, licenses, and council policies.
* Monitor event performance, including producing post-event reports and financial summaries (profit/loss).
Requirements
* Essential Experience Required
o Proven experience in event management, venue operations, or a related field.
o Experience managing events from planning through to delivery.
o Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders, including internal teams and external suppliers.
* Essential Qualifications Required
o Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in event management, hospitality, operations, or a related discipline.
o Personal Licence Holder (Licensing Act) (desirable/required).
o Willingness to obtain SIA certification and First Aid qualification.
o Enhanced DBS clearance required.
Additional Information
* Working hours: 35 hours per week.
* Location: Cunard Building, Water Street, Pier Head, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 2BS, United Kingdom.
* Basic DBS required.
* Shift pattern includes weekends, bank holidays, and unsociable hours. Office-based, non-hybrid work.
* Interview will take place in St George's Hall, Liverpool. The interview will be one stage and will take 45 minutes.
* We work on a bi-weekly schedule.
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.