Job Description:

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Venue & Event Manager to join a busy events and hospitality team responsible for delivering a diverse programme of corporate, public and private events across a portfolio of venues. This is a full time role working 35 hours per week.

Overview:

The role holder will be responsible for managing events from initial enquiry through to successful delivery, acting as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the customer journey. The successful candidate will support the growth of commercial income through venue hire, corporate events, conferences, functions and hospitality activities, whilst ensuring exceptional customer service and operational excellence.

Main Duties:

• Manage the full event lifecycle from enquiry and quotation through to delivery and post-event evaluation
• Develop and secure venue hire opportunities, driving commercial income and maximising venue utilisation
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers and stakeholders
• Conduct client meetings, presentations and venue show rounds
• Prepare quotations, proposals and event specifications
• Coordinate all event logistics including catering, equipment, security, entertainment and supplier requirements
• Lead pre-event briefings and liaise with operational teams to ensure successful event delivery
• Produce post-event reports including financial and performance analysis
• Monitor event budgets and support the achievement of commercial targets
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety, licensing and operational requirements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to enhance service delivery

Essential Criteria:

• Experience within venue management, event management, operations or a similar environment
• Proven experience managing corporate events, conferences, functions or venue hire activities
• Strong client liaison and stakeholder management skills
• Experience coordinating multiple events and competing priorities simultaneously
• Commercial awareness with experience supporting business development and income generation activities
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements within an events or venue environment
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends when required

If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV.