Event Manager - Chichester
We?re looking for an experienced and inspiring Event Manager to lead our Event Planning function on a fixed?term basis to cover maternity leave. You will guide a team of Event Planners and our Wedding & Sales Manager, ensuring every event across the Estate is meticulously planned and flawlessly delivered.
The roleYou will:
- Lead, coach and motivate the Planning Team to deliver standout events
- Manage bespoke, high?value events from concept to delivery
- Ensure exceptional communication with clients, suppliers and internal teams
- Partner with Sales and Operations to ensure smooth handovers and seamless execution
- Drive revenue through effective upselling and cross?selling
- Maintain accurate documentation, invoicing and reporting
- Support the Commercial Director with projects and team development
- Proven experience in Event Planning and people management
- Excellent communication, organisation and attention to detail
- Strong IT literacy (Protel & IVvy desirable)
- A proactive, positive and solutions?focused approach
- The ability to inspire others and work collaboratively
- Resilience, motivation and commitment to exceptional customer service
- Free gym / health club membership
- Access to our comprehensive wellbeing programme
- Free tickets to all Goodwood events after 3 months, including Horseracing, Festival of Speed & Revival
- A year?round calendar of brilliant social events
- A beautifully unique working environment and an amazing team
If you?re passionate about delivering unforgettable experiences and leading a brilliant team, we?d love to hear from you.