Operations Director | Event Management
- Category: Event Management Jobs
- Location: City of London, England
- Job Type: Full Time / Part Time
- Salary: Estimated: $ 23K to 30K
- Published on: 2025/09/21
Key Responsibilities
As Operations Director - Event Management, you will oversee the strategic execution and management of all aspects of event operations, ensuring flawless delivery within budget and aligned with ExCeL's goals.
About You
We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong background in event management, preferably with a leadership role. Your expertise should include managing large-scale events with diverse audiences, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring delivery of high-quality event experiences.
Requirements
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
Occasional travel may be required
Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum 7-10 years of experience in event management, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role
Proven experience in managing large-scale events
Strong management skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple events simultaneously
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in event management software and tools
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances
Strong financial acumen with experience in budget management and financial reporting
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary package, with an estimated annual salary of £80,000. Levy UK & Ireland is a vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, committed to sustainability, wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion. We have a commitment to being Net Zero by 2027 and are official partners of the British Paralympic Association. We pay all our team members at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage.
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