Events Production Manager

Job Description

Our clients aim is to share their passion for enjoying the great outdoors by providing an unrivalled choice of quality places to stay, at locations world-wide. They provide over one million members with access to nearly 2,700 locations in the UK and Europe,as well as giving them access to their vast knowledge and expertise in how to make the most of caravanning and motor-homing a leisure pastime.They are currently seeking an Events Production Manager to support the promotion of the Clubs brands as Champions of the Great Outdoors through managing and arranging engaging events that align to both brand audiences and maximise opportunities for member/customervalue, retention and acquisition and revenue growth. Location: Flexible - Between Home/Office (East Grinstead) and Event Sites as requiredSalary: up to £36,500 per annum depending upon experience Some of the key responsibilities will involve:* Taking the Production lead in the delivery of projects, campaigns, and events.* Producing and managing event work schedules and timelines to ensure that resources (internal and external) and assets are aligned across events and are not compromised, for the Club or members and non-members.* Produce and manage Event Safety Plans, working with Safety Advisory Groups (SAGs) and internal* Work with clients and stakeholders to ensure plans and venue assessments are provided that meet the requirements of all parties.* Manage project budgets ensuring best value pricing, negotiations with suppliers and making contractor selection. Liaise with venues and site service representatives through appropriate site visits and regular online meetings.* Ensure projects are delivered (development, build and running on-site) on budget and on-time to the highest possible standards.* Provide appropriate post-event feedback to all stakeholders.* Research and develop new opportunities for both Pop-up campsites and event activities.Our ideal applicant will have/be: * Professional Events Management qualification (or suitable work experience at management level) is required* Significant outdoor Events experience in a customer-centric acquisition and commercial environment* Proven ability to create strong relationships with external business partners, sponsors and suppliers* Exposure and understanding of contract management* Experience in producing and managing Event Safety Plans . Ideally, H&S qualification* Strong written and oral communication skills* Budget management and Commercially astute* Excellent relationship management skills* Comfortable working as part of a team as well as on their own initiative* Able to manage multiple workstreams and prioritise effectively to ensure deadlines are met* Positive and enthusiastic with a can-do attitude.* Full UK driving licence* Some travel across the UK in support of events, including some weekendseSift have been appointed as the resource partner and we are managing this role on behalf of our client. To apply for this position please click on the "apply now" button below. Your CV will then be held on our central database, if for any reason you do notwish us to retain your details, please contact us via .