Senior Event Manager

Searcys are looking for a Senior Event Manager  to join the team at 30 Euston Square. As an  Events Manager you will support with the successful delivery of the Food & Beverage Events Operation.

30 Euston Square is a Grade II* listed award-winning events venue in a perfect central London location. From meeting and conference spaces to private dining and rooftop terraces, the venue offers an iconic setting for any occasion.

As a Senior Events Manager, you will receive the following industry-leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 38 days annual leave (dependant on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue
• Annual celebration event
• Cycle to work scheme
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

As a Senior Event Manager at Searcys you will be responsible for the managing and planning of all bookings in accordance with company or site policies and procedures and in accordance with pre-approved parameters to ensure brand reputation is protected and profit margins are maintained.

You will possess excellent product knowledge, strong business acumen and lead your team by example. You will have a proven track record within the industry and have experience running and leading a strong events team.

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: From £40,000

Key responsibilities:

• To demonstrate thorough knowledge of our products, prices, facilities, policies and procedures from either the venue or from client (when applicable).
• To manager/oversee the booking diary to ensure all bookings are attended to in a timely manner (sufficient lead time to manage all aspects of the event).
• To proactively develop and maintain relationships with key accounts
• To represent 30 Euston Square in a professional and cordial manner when interacting with clients, work colleagues and industry peers.
• To effectively allocate contracted events to event team members, overseeing progress of bookings to ensure the event pack is ready at the agreed date/time by management.
• To ensure thorough knowledge with both the Internal and External Hire Agreement between venue and the hirer, including, but not limited to all cancelation policy.
• To ensure thorough knowledge of internal and external rates
• To ensure all accounting procedures, including but not limited to administration of deposit invoice, deposit credit notes and debt are processed and managed in an efficient manner.
• To demonstrate competitor awareness and carry out competitor analysis when required.
• To process and manage all client requirements in accordance with building, client or company policies to ensure compliance of food, health and safety at all times.
• To book, when necessary, third party approved suppliers such as entertainment and/or equipment hire as agreed in written by the client. To manage these booking alongside main event, in scenario that main event date changes.
• To represent Searcys in a professional manner to both Searcys colleagues and clients alike, either at work or at an external work-related activity
• To conduct show around with clients in conjunction with other departments when necessary (ie AV). To be aware of what is contracted and maximise upselling during show around.
• To greet your client on arrival and make sure introductions to the Ops team are made.      
• To comply with all legal requirements with particular reference to (but not exclusively) fire regulations, security, licence requirements and any Local Authority or Client stipulations.
• To ensure all Health, Hygiene and Safety requirements are being adhered to as described in the Searcy Health & Safety Policy.
• To carry out any other reasonable duties as required to achieve the objectives and targets of the sales and events team.

Skills required:

• Excellent product knowledge
• Strong business acumen
• Leads by example
• Excellent communication skills, internally and externally
• Responds quickly to drive business through periods of low demand
• Takes the initiative
• Excellent time management
• Supportive / Team player
• Financially astute 
• Proactive in all sales and marketing
• Strong presentation skills
• Target Driven
• Experience in managing and leading a team
• Understands the MICE Market

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk