Event Manager

ArtsHub Australia Pty; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural heritage organization in West London is seeking a dynamic Event Manager to support its private hire business at a Grade II listed site. The role involves managing diverse events ranging from weddings to corporate functions while ensuring compliance with heritage guidelines. Applicants should possess strong planning, project management, and communication skills with a passion for heritage and culture. Minimum 2 years of related experience is required. The position offers an opportunity to make an impact in a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience managing events, preferably in a heritage context.
• Strong IT literacy.
• Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a variety of events including weddings and corporate functions.
• Handle private hire enquiries effectively.
• Ensure compliance with guidelines for heritage rooms.

Skills

Planning

Project management

Communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

CRM system

Job description

Job Summary

Efficient and dynamic Event Manager required to support the private hire business at our Grade II listed heritage site, Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery, West London W5. This involves managing, with a can‑do attitude, a variety of internal and external functions, events, weddings, film shoots and conferences, alongside day‑to‑day management of private hire enquiries. You will work alongside the Senior Event Manager, Venue Hire Sales Executive and Event Coordinator.

Pitzhanger is an equal opportunities employer, and we value and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We want to better represent the communities in which we work and welcome and encourage all applicants, particularly those often underrepresented in the arts and heritage sector.

Job Requirements

• First‑class planning, project management and communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work towards financial targets, delivering high‑quality outcomes within tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, adept at building relationships with a wide range of people.
• Independent and highly organised in managing a complex workload and meeting numerous deadlines.
• Polite assertiveness to ensure that all contractors, suppliers, clients etc comply with the historic guidelines set for the heritage rooms.
• Passionate about heritage, arts, and culture, with an understanding of Pitzhanger’s unique position within the sector.

Experience

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience managing events, preferably within a heritage context.
• Strong IT literacy – as a minimum: Word, Excel, Outlook, CRM system.
• Customer service experience.
• Experience of running Corporate Events.
• Experience of communicating with a wide range of stakeholders.

Contact for more info: [e-mail]