Venue and Events Manager

Venue and Events Manager 
Onsite role to include some evening and weekend work
Up to £40,000 plus bonus and generous benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a well estatblished educational venue, set in stunning grounds in Kent. We are looking for a commercially minded manager who is experienced in organising residential lettings and Events such as conferences and weddings.

Your focus will be to increase the commercial income of this venue, providing strategic leadership on operations and Lets.

Role responsibilities:

• Act as the focal point for all lettings enquiries; before, during and after the letting takes place. 
• Managing existing commercial contracts and attract new lettings to maximise income 
• To build relationships with partners and community groups. 
• Work with the Marketing Team to promote the venue, including production of appropriate literature 
• Work with clients to plan their events and activities which may include weddings, Charity dinners, corporate and Christmas dinners 
• Ensure all Health and Safety requirements are explained on check-in, including fire procedures and sharing of other appropriate risk assessments etc. 
• To plan and manage an annual Open to the Public Programme. 
• To co-ordinate film enquiries and filming days. 
• Prepare lettings agreements/venue hire agreements and ensure all necessary documentation is in place, such as insurance, safeguarding policies, DBS and others. 
• Work with the Finance Team, prepare invoices and manage debtors.
• Manage departmental budgets. 
• Assist with administration, preparation and running of events 

LOCATION

Gravesend, Kent

This is a fully onsite role and there is the requirement to work occassional evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays to support events. A flexible approach to working hours is therefore essential.

BENEFITS

• 25 days annual leave plus statutory Bank Holidays. 
• Performance related bonus 
• Pension Scheme. 
• Opportunities to develop your skills and career.development 
• Use of the facilities to include; fitness room, tennis courts and swimming pool. 
• Residential accommodation and meals provided. 
• Access to 150 acres of Grade II* designed parkland.

SALARY

• Up to £40,000 

ALTERNTIVE TITLES

Commercial Manager | Events Manager 

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