Event Manager
SITE: Odyssey Group – SSE Arena
LOCATION: Queen's Quay, Belfast, BT3 9QQ
RESPONSIBLE TO: Senior Event Manager
TERMS: Nominal 37.5 hours per week, however flexibility will be required to accommodate our dynamic, event driven business.
SALARY: £35,000 per annum. To be reviewed when Silver Command duties are undertaken [requiring substantial training & development.]
DATE: September 2025
Note for Applicants:
We appreciate the interest shown by all candidates however, if you have previously applied for this position, please be aware that we are seeking new applications at this time. We encourage you to explore other opportunities with us in the future.
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
Due to the expansion of our events calendar we have a new and exciting role within our events team. This challenging position will work as part of the Arena team, delivering world class events to a range of audiences. A key element of the role involves a crucial duty of Event Controller, with overall responsibility for clients and the venue in relation to event delivery.
Essential Criteria
* A minimum of 3 years' experience of Event / Project Management of large-scale events within the Arena / Entertainment industry. Demonstrating a clear understanding of pre-event planning, on-the-day coordination, and post-event evaluation.
* Significant Duty Management / Front of House experience in the management of large-scale events with a focus on safety, smooth event delivery, and staff coordination.
* Experience of effective people and contractor management, fostering a collaborative approach while ensuring adherence to event protocols and standards..
* Effective communication skills, written & verbal, with the proven ability to engage with a wide range of clients, stakeholders, and staff at all levels.
* Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation specifically within the Arena / Entertainment industry, including previous experience of applying this knowledge in event settings.
* Experience of adaptability and flexibility, working a variety of hours (evenings, early mornings, and weekends on a rota basis) due to the event nature of the business.
* A proven ability to make competent decisions in a high-pressure environment while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
* Demonstrable experience of dealing with emergency situations, applying knowledge and skills effectively when under pressure.
* Proven experience of delivering excellent customer service to a diverse customer base.
Desirable Criteria
* Demonstrable experience of managing large scale events in excess of 5000 in the field of entertainment / sport.
* Experience of event budgeting, from creating, managing & controlling event budgets to ensure financial efficiencies while ensuring event objectives are met.
* Working knowledge of AutoCAD software and the ability to interpret detailed CAD plans.
* Current Health & Safety qualification (IOSH / NEBOSH)
Please see full Job Description attached for a list of staff benefits.