JOB TITLE: Event Operations Manager START DATE: ASAP JOB TYPE: Full-time (Including weekend work) SALARY: 30,000 32,000 (Depending on experience) BASED: Chester (Travel is involved for events) TYPE OF WORK: Events/Remote working/Office-based EXPERIENCE LEVEL: 2 years event experience at managerial level Do you thrive under pressure and love the buzz of delivering unforgettable live events? We're looking for a highly organised and driven individual, experienced across all aspects of event delivery, to join the Active Leisure Events team.Is this the role you are looking for If so read on for more details, and make sure to apply today.We organise some of the UKs leading, multi award winning mass participation events and our team help support across other events around the UK.At Active Leisure Events, were committed to delivering exceptional events and ensure we enjoy the journey along the way.Were looking for a candidate to support the successful delivery of our dynamic, high-quality, mass participation events, through all aspects of event operational planning.From concept to clean-up, venue and contractor management, volunteer and staffing logistics, you will be involved in every aspect, ensuring every detail meets the expectations of our runners, sponsors and our own professional standards.The successful candidate will take a leading role across course logistics and team leader briefings.What youll be doing Develop and plan the operational delivery of physical events with the Event Director Create and manage operational documentation from course maps, volunteer deployment plans, timelines, safety documents and team leader briefing documents Lead course and operational delivery on 4 large-scale, high-profile event days from our Race Control Liaise and assist our Volunteer Co-ordinator to ensure all volunteering requirements are covered Deliver event and team leader briefings Oversee and develop relationships with venues, contractors, businesses and other key stakeholders Develop and execute our stakeholder notification plan Support event day delivery across other events with our sister event organiser Embed best practice and driving continual improvement post-event Experience and Essential Skills Minimum 2 years operational experience in live event planning Proven track record in mass participation events Experience managing multiple concurrent projects under time pressure Outstanding organisation and communication skills Solution-focused approach in fast-paced environments High attention to detail Excellent leadership, delegation, and decision-making skills A strong work ethic and ability to work independently and remotely during the week Comfortable working weekends and on-site with early starts Proficient in Microsoft packages and good general IT skills Knowledge of the U.K running industry.Passionate about events and running.Full driving licence.Employee Benefits 5 weeks plus 8 bank holidays, total 33 days a year Flexible working hours to fit around training and exercise Work phone & laptop provided Free entry to any of our sister events for you and your family Deeply discounted race entries for your friends 70 race entry fund to participate in non ALE events 200 Kit voucher 20% Sport Shoes discount Regular social group runs with the team in the great outdoors Professional development opportunities to upskill Personal development opportunities through team building workshops, management training, guest speakers and much more Free regular team socials with your regional team Bi Annual full team socials days with our sister events delivery team Closing Date for Applications: 8 th June How to apply Please send your CV and a covering email to applications@activeleisureevents.co.uk, detailing why you think youre the right person for the job.Well let you know if your application has been successful and invited for an interview.
Job Title
Event Operations Manager