Event Manager

PermanentNEW

Event Manager – Monday to Friday role with travel, accommodation and food allowance
Build your career delivering high-quality corporate experiences with a growing hospitality business.

We’re looking for an Event Manager to join a dynamic team supporting corporate events across Southampton and the surrounding area. This is a hands-on role where you’ll organise equipment, manage logistics, and lead event delivery from warehouse preparation through to on-site set-up and pack down.

Based near Southampton, this opportunity offers variety, travel, and the chance to be part of a company delivering professional corporate events for businesses across the region, including nearby Portsmouth.

Why apply / What’s in it for you?

• Monday to Friday schedule with very rare weekend working
• Accommodation and travel costs covered when working away (London, Birmingham)
• Food allowance while on event assignments
• Opportunity to work with a growing corporate hospitality company
• Development of leadership skills while managing small teams during live events
• Variety of corporate work across Southampton

Key Responsibilities:

As an Event Manager based around Southampton, you’ll take ownership of event logistics and delivery.

• Organise the warehouse, stock levels and event equipment
• Carry out regular stocktaking and ensure equipment is maintained in good working order
• Pack equipment and transport it to venues using company vans
• Lead event set-up and manage operations on-site
• Supervise a small team during live events
• Oversee efficient pack down and safe return of equipment
• Support corporate event delivery across the region, including occasional work near Portsmouth

What we’re looking for:

To succeed as an Event Manager in Southampton, strong organisation and a hands-on approach are key.

• Experience supporting or managing corporate event operations
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable with warehouse organisation and stock control
• Full UK driving licence and confidence driving company vans
• Ability to manage a small team during live event delivery
• Comfortable with physical work including lifting and event set-up
• Positive attitude and willingness to travel when required

If you’re looking for your next step as an Event Manager in Southampton, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business delivering high-quality corporate experiences. Apply now to take the next step in your events career.

Job Number │ 935248 / INDSOTONMGR
Location │ Southampton
Role │ Event Manager

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