Role: Deputy Head of Business Events Management
Location: Barbican Centre, London
Salary: £46,050 – £51,530 Inclusive of London Weighting 
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for delivering world-class events? Do you thrive in a creative, cultural environment? The Barbican Centre, one of the world’s leading arts and conference venues, is seeking a talented and experienced individual to join our Business Events team as the Deputy Head of Business Events Management.

About us 

The Barbican Centre is an international benchmark for cultural and creative programming, renowned for pushing boundaries in the arts, music, theatre, and film. Our amazing building also hosts prestigious conferences and corporate events, making us a vibrant hub for innovation, creativity, and business in the heart of London.

About the Role 

As the Deputy Head of Business Events Management, you will play a crucial role in delivering outstanding experiences across a variety of events, including cultural performances, exhibitions, corporate functions, and large-scale conferences. Working closely with the Head of Business Events Management, you will lead and support a dedicated team, ensuring the smooth planning, co-ordination, and execution of events, always delivering the highest standards of service.

The Key Responsibilities

• To act as Deputy to the Head of Business Events Management. 
• To lead, direct and manage both the Business Events Concierge and Business Events Administrator roles.
• To deputise and take the lead for the full Business Events Management team when the Head of Business Events Management is not available.
• To re-enforce and ensure that all Head of Business Events Management decisions are implemented and acted upon.
• To practice conflict resolution skills and make decisions on behalf of the Head of Business Events Management.
• Act as a primary point of contact for key clients, building strong relationships and ensuring their requirements are met with precision.
• To manager and deliver a portfolio of their own allocated events and clients.
• Support, mentor, and manage a talented, experienced team of event managers and staff, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., technical, marketing, front of house) to ensure seamless event execution.
• Manage budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure financial targets are met.
• Continuously seek opportunities to innovate and improve event services and customer satisfaction. 

Why Join Us?

Working at the Barbican means being part of a vibrant, supportive community at the heart of London’s cultural scene. We offer a collaborative and dynamic work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to be a key player in delivering world-class events. If you are ready to take the next step in your event management career, we would love to hear from you.

Barbican Benefits

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, including flexible working, annual pay progression and an annual pay review, a generous pension scheme, season ticket loan and cycle to work schemes, free access to museums and galleries, discounts on retail, healthcare and on-site cafes and restaurants. You will have access to Employee Assistance Programme, trained Mental Health First aiders and City of London employee networks.

How to Apply

To apply, you can either visit our Careers Page or apply directly through our LinkedIn advert for more details.

If there are any issues with the application process, please contact the Barbican Careers team at careers@barbican.org.uk.

Deadline for applications is 23:55 on Wednesday 25 September 2024.

Interviews will be held the week commencing the 7th of October 2024.