Interim Head of Events

An opportunity has arisen to join our client as the Interim Head of Events.

Location: Westminster, SW1H

This is an office-based role however, they will consider hybrid or flexible working arrangements

Job type: Full-time, fixed-term contract for 8 months

Salary: £47,000 - £53,550 per annum based on experience

Number of reports: 4

About our client:

Our client is owned by Trustees appointed by the Methodist Church; as such they aim to conduct business in line with the ethics of the Methodist Church and their Venues values.

They are looking for an Interim Head of Events who will oversee the effective planning and delivery of the Events and Venue Support Department at our client but also providing support across their Venues portfolio.

About you:

You will have previous experience in leading and managing Events Department. This role involves overseeing the scheduling, planning, and execution of all events, ensuring balanced workloads among team members, and managing working hours and annual leave to align with business needs.

The Head of Events will guide the team through the entire event delivery process. They will also manage internal communication meetings and ensure accurate invoicing and payment collection.

Key responsibilities include leading large-scale "super events" from conception to completion, coordinating with the Head of Sales and Marketing, and liaising with authorities for large events. The role also involves joint management of the events budget with the General Manager, and collaboration with the Sales Team is crucial to ensure cohesion between departments. Additionally, you will support the Sales Team in presentations and proposals for concerts, super events, and media broadcasts, ensuring the event booking system is up to date throughout the process.

You will have:

• Previous experience in the hospitality, conference, or hotel industry
• Demonstrable senior management experience
• Successful track record in event management
• Experience of managing and developing a team
• Experience collaborating with third-party contractors and suppliers
• Managing Health and Safety
• Excellent background in customer services
• Strong sales skills with demonstrable evidence of exceeding targets
• Experience of budget control

Given their organisation’s affiliation with the Methodist Church, an understanding and alignment with Methodist values are essential.