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Location: London
Hours: 35
Contract Type: Permanent
Do you want to be part of building and growing events at the Royal Kennel Club as well as ensuring our guests have a memorable and first class experience? If so, we have an opening in our Club and Membership Department for an experienced Events Manager based at our beautiful office in Mayfair.
What the role involves:
* Providing a warm and professional welcome to all guests and members upon arrival, creating a positive first impression and serve as the main point of contact for all enquiries and resolving issues promptly and diplomatically.
* Planning, designing, and producing a variety of events from initial concept through to completion.
* Overseeing and organising all logistical aspects and managing all event details including dealing with any issues and emerging problems on the event day.
* Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders to understand event objectives and tailor services accordingly.
* Providing personalised recommendations based on members’ preferences.
* Cooperating with marketing and PR to promote and publicise the event.
* Assisting with special requests and arrangements
* Maintaining clear, timely communication before, during, and after events to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
* Building strong relationships with suppliers and partners to support seamless event delivery.
* Ensuring all events comply with health and safety regulations, licenses, and internal protocols.
* Managing event budgets, tracking spending, and identifying opportunities for efficiency and value improvement.
* Conducting market research, gathering information, and negotiating contracts prior to closing any deals.
* Gathering and analysing feedback from clients, guests, and team members post-event to assess success.
* Proposing ideas to improve services
What you'll bring to the role:
* Proven experience as an Event Organiser, Concierge or similar role
* Excellent time management and communication skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Proficiency in MS Office.
* A degree in hospitality management, public relations, or a relevant field is preferred.
* Excellent influencing skills.
* Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
The Kennel Club welcomes applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010.
About The Kennel Club
Formed in 1873, The Kennel Club exist to make a positive difference for dogs and their owners. Our key areas of activity include:
* Helping potential dog owners find the right dog for them, and work with the dog breeding community to ensure those dogs are healthy and happy.
* Supporting dog owners to access high quality training and pet insurance and provide a range of advice and support to help ensure the ongoing wellbeing of dogs.
* Working with breeders, judges, competitors and exhibitors to organise world-class events and to develop the resources they need to thrive.
The primary objective of The Kennel Club is to improve in every way the welfare, health, and general wellbeing of all dogs throughout their lives, by means of various research and educational programmes, and our Charitable Trust. The Kennel Club is an organisation committed to promoting and protecting dogs’ varied roles in society and defending the interests of all dog owners.
Benefits: 25 days annual leave, which will increase by one day for every full year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days). Employees contribution a minimum of 3%, while we contribute double the percentage, up to a maximum of 8%. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Discounts on The Kennel Club products and services. Discounted gym membership. Free eye tests. Complimentary staff tickets to Crufts.
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