Deputy Head of Motoring and Events - Pall Mall, London
Job Type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
The Royal Automobile Club is a prestigious, world‑class private members’ club with two beautiful clubhouses located in London and Epsom. Committed to excellence, the Club provides a truly memorable experience for its members and their guests, offering exceptional service, luxurious accommodation, exquisite dining, and outstanding sports and leisure facilities.
For 128 years, the Club has been at the heart of motoring, consistently delivering world‑class motoring activities and events for its members. We are now seeking a Deputy Head of Motoring to join our bustling Motoring team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual with a genuine passion for motoring and motorsport to support the Head of Motoring in shaping and delivering a prestigious and wide‑ranging programme of activity.
Purpose
Responsible for supporting the Head of Motoring in overseeing and further developing the Club’s fast‑paced portfolio of motoring activities, while proactively researching and cultivating new opportunities and partnerships to enhance the Club’s profile within the motoring and motorsport scene.
Responsibilities include
* Support the Head of Motoring to deliver the Club’s motoring strategy.
* Oversee all aspects of the Motoring events calendar, from research and concept development through to delivery and execution.
* Manage the budget for all events and lead post‑event reconciliation processes, including structured debriefs with all stakeholders.
* Line manage direct reports, including holding review meetings and providing day‑to‑day supervision.
* Develop and deliver robust marketing and promotional plans across all appropriate channels for Motoring events and activities.
* Oversee the Club’s Motoring communications and external PR programme across appropriate media channels.
* Build a strong understanding of Club members’ needs through effective customer relationship management and engagement.
About you
* Strong knowledge of, and passion for, the automotive industry and motorsport.
* Extensive experience in planning, organising and delivering large‑scale events.
* Strong commercial acumen, including industry partnerships, sponsor programmes, cross‑platform digital activation, and stakeholder engagement.
* Broad experience in media and communications.
* Effective team leadership, including coordination, performance management, and professional development.
* Owing to the events calendar, attendance is required on numerous weekends and evenings events throughout the year.
* Confident presenting to and engaging with senior stakeholders.
* Proactive problem‑solver with the ability to anticipate challenges and implement effective solutions.
* Exceptional attention to detail with strong forward‑planning capability.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Creative thinker with strong awareness of event industry trends and innovation.
* Committed to delivering exceptional customer service.
Benefits include
* Annual bonus
* Private health insurance
* Life insurance
* Income protection
* Employer‑paid health cash plan
* Electric Vehicles (EV) Scheme
* Generous pension
* Free meals on duty
* Paid birthday day off
* Perkbox discount scheme
* European RAC cover
* Interest‑free season ticket loan
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* Long service rewards
* Staff parties
Club Values: HEARTS
Heritage– Our rich motoring, social, sporting and architectural heritage runs through the fabric and the nature of the Club
Excellence– Excellence is not an achievement; it is something we strive for every day
Accountability– Taking ownership of our work, meeting our own high standards, honouring our commitments and acting with professionalism
Respect– Showing consideration and understanding to our members and colleagues
Trust– Acting with fairness, honesty and integrity
Sustainability– Actively contribute to reducing our environmental impact, improving our operational efficiency and continuing to build our reputation
Please visit our website for more information about our Club Vision and Values.
Next steps
* Please include a cover letter to accompany your application
* All applications will be reviewed
* A full job description is available upon request
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