Senior Events and Courses Manager
£30,000-£33,000 per annum
Closing Date: Applications reviewed on receipt Lead, grow and deliver exceptional events at Millfield Enterprises Are you an experienced events professional with strong commercial acumen and a passion for leading high-performing teams? We're looking for a proactive and results-driven
Senior Events and Courses Manager to take ownership of a diverse and dynamic portfolio of events, courses and camps.
At Millfield Enterprises, you'll play a pivotal role in
driving revenue growth, developing new business opportunities, and delivering exceptional customer experiences across our outstanding campus facilities.
Leading a dedicated team, you will oversee the
full lifecycle of events from sales and planning through to delivery and post-event evaluation ensuring every experience meets the highest standards.
What you'll be doing Leadership & team development - Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team, fostering a motivated, customer-focused culture
- Manage day-to-day operations, resourcing and performance to achieve departmental objectives
Commercial growth & sales - Drive sales and promotion of events, courses and camps to grow revenue and market reach
- Identify and develop new business opportunities and partnerships
- Oversee pricing strategies, costings and commercial negotiations
Event & operational delivery - Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of residential and non-residential events
- Act as a key on-site contact, ensuring seamless delivery and operational excellence
- Optimise use of facilities and continuously improve processes and systems
- Work collaboratively as part of a dynamic recruitment team
Customer & stakeholder engagement - Build strong relationships with clients, partners and internal stakeholders
- Manage the full customer journey from enquiry through to post-event follow-up
- Work collaboratively with marketing to promote activities and enhance visibility
Systems, reporting & compliance - Oversee bookings, contracts and accurate system management
- Produce financial and performance reports, including forecasting and insights
- Ensure high standards of administration and data management
Safeguarding & compliance - Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), supporting a strong safeguarding culture
- Ensure all activities are delivered in line with safeguarding, health & safety and compliance requirements
What we're looking for You'll thrive in this role if you are:
- Commercially minded, with proven experience in events, hospitality or commercial operations
- An effective leader, with experience managing and developing teams to achieve results
- Highly organised, multi-tasker with strong project management skills and attention to detail
- An excellent communicator, able to build lasting client and stakeholder relationships
- Systems-savvy, confident using CRM systems and reporting tools
- Adaptable and proactive, comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Results-driven, with a focus on delivering both exceptional experiences and business growth
What you'll receive - £30,000 - £33,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
- Freshly prepared lunches for just £10.30 per month
- Access to excellent school facilities
- Discounts and cashback through our Employee Assistance Programme
- The opportunity to work in a unique, vibrant environment delivering outstanding events
Hours of work This is a full-time, year-round role working
35 hours per week on a rota basis.
- During peak periods (including school holidays), flexibility is required, with evening and weekend working
- During term time, working patterns are typically Monday to Friday, with shifts of:
- 8.30am - 4.00pm
- 10.00am - 5.30pm
If you're ready to
lead from the front, grow a thriving events portfolio, and deliver exceptional experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
**Please note that applications will be considered on receipt, and as a result the vacancy may close early should an appointment be made. As such we would recommend submitting your application as soon as possible** We encourage applications online wherever possible.
To view the job description and apply, please click here to register your email address and password on the online portal and then complete an online application. Please contact us at Recruitment@millfieldschool.com if you require support with completing your online application or require this in an alternative format.
