Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 55,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: GU1 Guildford Surrey
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Event Operations Manager | Office Based | Surrey | Circa £45-50K + Bonus
Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a multi award-winning boutique events business who are recruiting an Event Operations Manager to join their team.
The Role:
As Event Operations Manager, you'll play a key role in overseeing the smooth delivery of events, working closely with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure a high-quality experience from start to finish. This is a senior, hands-on position where you'll also lead and support a team, drive operational improvements, and help maintain exceptional service standards in a fast-paced environment.
You Will Have:
• 4-5+ years' experience in travel, events, or operational roles (minimum 2 years in a senior/managerial position)
• Proven experience managing and developing teams
• Strong background in luxury, events, or high-end service environments
• Experience dealing with overseas suppliers
• Strong negotiation experience and project management skills
• Confidence using systems, CRM platforms, and online tools
• A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and influence a team
Additional Info:
• Salary circa £45-50,000
• Performance related bonus
• Full-time role based in Surrey
• Work from home one day per week
• Opportunities to travel
• Lead a high-performing team in a fast-growing events company
Apply with your CV quoting GTR1877
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