Events Curator & Manager

GRUB


Job Summary

Planning and managing weekly large scale events at a Manchester city centre location covering cultural, entertainment and f&b focussed themes.

Job Description

We are looking for an events manager to join us based at our new Manchester city centre bar and events space as well as our new prestige marketplace. This role is split between off shift event administration and planning alongside hands on event management.

You will be creating, planning and delivering weekly large scale events across a broad range such as cultural performances, brand activations, public activities, open air arts, corporate events, live performances, conferences, screenings and weekly markets across all of our venues and pop up locations. This is a role designed for an ambitious events manager who wants to take charge creatively and operationally of a catalogue of exciting, impactful festival style events and markets. The applicant must be committed to delivering the scale, quantity and quality of events to have a national impact (with the support of our existing team!). You will play a key role in the development of existing concepts and fresh ideas to drive all of our venues forward.

This is a full time role (40 hours) with a starting salary of £31k per annum with enhanced pay rate available for sustained excellent delivery in role.

Job Requirements

Required attributes

  • Experience of event management with an ability to manage multiple projects at once.

  • An understanding of what it takes to deliver a high-quality event.

  • A desire to work for a fiercely independent business group.

  • Proficient in use of social media and IT.

  • Must be a self starter and comfortable working independently

  • Strong organisational skills.

  • Able to work in high pressure situations whilst effectively leading a team.

  • References

Desirable attributes

  • Experience of working with commercial and corporate clients.

  • Experience in running markets and/or multi vendor food events.

  • Experience of working in a wide range of venues.

  • Connected to existing local events networks.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Events Curator & Manager
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Events
  • Role: Catering & Hospitality
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Fri, 16 May 2025

  • Location:

    North West

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