Assistant Event Manager

Reporting directly to the Event Manager, this role is working on a full time, permanent basis.

Rotas are provided at least 2 months in advance for the majority of shifts.

Your duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Planning, managing and coordinating a variety of small to medium sized events including exhibitions, conferences, banquets and special events
• Ensuring event objectives and targets are achieved, potential income is maximised for Manchester Central, customer expectations are met and delivery is consistently to high standards
• Ensuring project plans, timetables and schedules are formulated for each event based on customer needs and that all debriefs and event reports are accurately maintained

The ideal candidate will have:

• An excellent understanding and experience of managing and delivering a variety of events at a similar level and to high standards
• Previously managed event health and safety
• Worked to and met tight deadlines

You must:

• Have experience of leading multi-disciplined teams to achieve set objectives
• Be committed to delivering high standards with enthusiasm
• Remain calm under pressure