Creative Event Manager for Iconic Venues

Company; City of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service is seeking an Event Manager to coordinate events at Southbank Centre. This role requires creativity, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while ensuring all aspects of events are flawless. Candidates should possess excellent problem-solving and negotiation abilities, along with a flair for entertainment. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Personal Development and Training opportunities

Access to Healthcare Support App

Eye care

Great wellbeing strategy

Family friendly support

Regular social events

Professional subscriptions

Recognition schemes

Long service awards

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Creative mind for innovative event ideas.
• Excellent organizational skills and task prioritization.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Strong multitasking capabilities.
• Attention to detail for perfect event execution.
• Effective problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Understand client requirements and innovate event ideas.
• Establish budgets and timeframes with clients.
• Manage logistics and solve problems during events.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers.
• Coordinate activities on event day and implement backup plans.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and manage follow-up activities.

Skills

Creativity

Organisational skills

Pressure management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

A leading catering service is seeking an Event Manager to coordinate events at Southbank Centre. This role requires creativity, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while ensuring all aspects of events are flawless. Candidates should possess excellent problem-solving and negotiation abilities, along with a flair for entertainment. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for personal development.