Job Description
Aramark UK are looking for a hands on, highly organised Senior Event Coordinator to join the team on site at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Within this role you will play a key role in delivering outstanding events, create strong client relationships, create memorable experiences, and help drive the stadium’s growth as a premier destination for conferences and events.
This is a permanent full-time position based on site reporting to the Head of Sales.
What's in it for you:
* Competitive salary
* Monday to Friday position with occasional weekend work
* Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra
* Life assurance and pension scheme
* Benefits app: access to 100s of discounts, online GP appointments, mental health support and our Employee Assistance Programme
* FOOD! Opportunities to attend in-house events and try the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)
Job Responsibilities
* Act as the main point of contact for clients, guiding them through every stage of the event planning process
* Build strong client relationships and provide creative, tailored event solutions.
* Host client site visits, offering expert advice on event logistics and venue capabilities
* Manage and support the Sales & Events Coordinator, ensuring effective coordination across multiple sites
* Collaborate closely with the sales team to deliver on all agreed proposal details and client expectations
* Produce accurate BEOs and coordinate internal and external teams including AV, security, and maintenance for seamless event delivery
* Provide thorough handovers to stadium operations and conduct post event follow-ups to identify opportunities for future sales event P&L reports to support revenue and performance tracking
* Maintain accurate CRM records and create post event P&L reports to support revenue and performance tracking
Key Requirements:
* 3–5 years’ event planning experience, ideally within a stadium or large event venue
* Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple events at once
* Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards throughout planning and delivery
* Creative problem-solving abilities suited to a fast paced, client focused environment solving abilities suited to a fast paced, client focused environment
* Excellent communication and relationship building skills, with the ability to inspire confidence and build long-term client partnerships building skills, with the ability to inspire confidence and build long-term client partnerships
* Passion for food, service excellence, and continuous improvement, with strong industry knowledge and awareness of current event trends
About Aramark
If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.
At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.
We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk
Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.
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