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Senior Events Manager

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Posted on Jun 9, 2026 by CV-Library
Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom
Hospitality
Immediate Start
£45k - £50k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Events Manager
Luxury Event Company
£45,000-£50,000
Supportive company
Opportunities for progression
GuildfordOur client is a creative event catering business delivering exceptional experiences across London and the Home Counties. Renowned for working with premium brands and high-end clientele, they specialise in creating bespoke events with outstanding food, service, and attention to detail.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced and highly organised. to lead the planning and delivery of exceptional events.

You will have experience as a Senior Events Manager or in Event Operations Management, delivering bespoke, premium events for high-end clients.

The Role

This is a pivotal position responsible for managing and delivering a wide range of events, ensuring every detail is executed to the highest standard. Working closely with clients, venues, suppliers, chefs, and event teams, you will oversee the full event lifecycle, from initial planning through to on-site delivery and post-event review.

The successful candidate will be a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, remains calm under pressure, and has a natural ability to lead and motivate teams.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the successful planning and delivery of events, ensuring staffing, equipment, logistics, and timelines are fully aligned.
Coordinate and manage freelance event staff, including scheduling, onboarding, briefings, and performance feedback.
Liaise with external suppliers to ensure the timely delivery and collection of equipment and services.
Manage stock and inventory, including event equipment, uniforms, and consumables, ensuring all assets are maintained and accounted for.
Plan and oversee transport and delivery schedules for food, beverages, equipment, and staff.
Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety and food hygiene regulations.
Attend key events to manage set-up, operations, and pack-down, acting as the main point of contact for event delivery.
Identify opportunities to improve operational systems and processes.
Build strong relationships with venues, ensuring all venue procedures are followed and loading operations are carried out efficiently.
Work closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure expectations are exceeded and events are delivered to the highest standard.

About You

The successful candidate will have:
A minimum of 3 years' experience in a Senior Events Manager, Events Manager, Event Producer, or Event Operations role.
A strong background within the hospitality, catering, or events industry.
Proven experience delivering multiple high-end events simultaneously, from planning through to on-site execution.
Experience managing event teams, suppliers, venues, and operational logistics.
Strong client relationship, stakeholder management, project management, and organisational skills.
A sound understanding of health and safety and food hygiene compliance within an events environment.
A proactive, professional approach with a passion for delivering exceptional events.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.
A full UK driving licence is preferred
Experience delivering luxury or premium events within an event catering environment.

What's on Offer

The opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-growing business where no two days are the same.
Involvement in some of the UK's most exciting and high-profile events.
Excellent scope for progression and the opportunity to make the role your own.
A passionate and supportive team that values creativity, outstanding service, and operational excellence.

Apply Now

If you have the experience and passion to deliver exceptional events and would like to be considered for this opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Reference: 225225851

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CV-Library

Senior Events Manager

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 9, 2026 by CV-Library

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Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom
Hospitality
Immediate Start
£45k - £50k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Events Manager
Luxury Event Company
£45,000-£50,000
Supportive company
Opportunities for progression
GuildfordOur client is a creative event catering business delivering exceptional experiences across London and the Home Counties. Renowned for working with premium brands and high-end clientele, they specialise in creating bespoke events with outstanding food, service, and attention to detail.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced and highly organised. to lead the planning and delivery of exceptional events.

You will have experience as a Senior Events Manager or in Event Operations Management, delivering bespoke, premium events for high-end clients.

The Role

This is a pivotal position responsible for managing and delivering a wide range of events, ensuring every detail is executed to the highest standard. Working closely with clients, venues, suppliers, chefs, and event teams, you will oversee the full event lifecycle, from initial planning through to on-site delivery and post-event review.

The successful candidate will be a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, remains calm under pressure, and has a natural ability to lead and motivate teams.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the successful planning and delivery of events, ensuring staffing, equipment, logistics, and timelines are fully aligned.
Coordinate and manage freelance event staff, including scheduling, onboarding, briefings, and performance feedback.
Liaise with external suppliers to ensure the timely delivery and collection of equipment and services.
Manage stock and inventory, including event equipment, uniforms, and consumables, ensuring all assets are maintained and accounted for.
Plan and oversee transport and delivery schedules for food, beverages, equipment, and staff.
Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety and food hygiene regulations.
Attend key events to manage set-up, operations, and pack-down, acting as the main point of contact for event delivery.
Identify opportunities to improve operational systems and processes.
Build strong relationships with venues, ensuring all venue procedures are followed and loading operations are carried out efficiently.
Work closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure expectations are exceeded and events are delivered to the highest standard.

About You

The successful candidate will have:
A minimum of 3 years' experience in a Senior Events Manager, Events Manager, Event Producer, or Event Operations role.
A strong background within the hospitality, catering, or events industry.
Proven experience delivering multiple high-end events simultaneously, from planning through to on-site execution.
Experience managing event teams, suppliers, venues, and operational logistics.
Strong client relationship, stakeholder management, project management, and organisational skills.
A sound understanding of health and safety and food hygiene compliance within an events environment.
A proactive, professional approach with a passion for delivering exceptional events.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.
A full UK driving licence is preferred
Experience delivering luxury or premium events within an event catering environment.

What's on Offer

The opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-growing business where no two days are the same.
Involvement in some of the UK's most exciting and high-profile events.
Excellent scope for progression and the opportunity to make the role your own.
A passionate and supportive team that values creativity, outstanding service, and operational excellence.

Apply Now

If you have the experience and passion to deliver exceptional events and would like to be considered for this opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
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Reference: 225225851

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