Conference and Events Operations Manager in Cleobury Mortimer

De Vere Wokefield Estate, set in 250 acres of rural Berkshire parkland, is home to a historic Mansion House filled with traditional features and the contemporary Wokefield Place that offers state-of-the-art facilities. It has 376 bedrooms and suites, 39 meeting rooms with large event space, and a high-tech dedicated conference building, an 18-hole PGA approved championship golf course, and leisure club.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.

Are you looking to lead events at scale within an award-winning hospitality group? At De Vere Wokefield Estate, we believe exceptional events are built on strong leadership, thoughtful detail, and teams who take pride in what they deliver. We’re looking for a Conference & Events Operations Manager to lead the delivery of conferences, weddings, and special events across our venue, home to 39 flexible meeting and event spaces and hosting up to 500 guests.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you’ll take full ownership of the end-to-end delivery of events, ensuring each one runs smoothly and meets the high standards our clients and guests expect. This is a hands-on, operational role where you’ll be present on the floor, leading your teams, responding to challenges in real time, and ensuring every detail is carefully considered.

You’ll build strong relationships with clients and internal teams, manage your department rota to ensure the right level of cover for early starts, late finishes, and weekends, and play a key role in developing and supporting your people to perform at their best. No two days are the same, and you’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment where organisation, adaptability, and clear communication are essential.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven management experience in Conference & Events or Food & Beverage, with responsibility for weddings, banqueting, or large-scale events
• A practical, people-focused leadership style, with the ability to motivate, coach, and support a diverse team of colleagues
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple events and changing priorities
• A focus on client and guest experience, with a pride in delivering events that run seamlessly
• Ability to work a variety of shifts, including early starts, late finishes, and weekends

If you’re operationally focused, detail-driven, and enjoy being at the heart of event delivery, we’d love to hear from you.

The Pay & Benefits:

• £40,000 per year
• HOD Bonus Incentive Scheme with the opportunity to earn up to 10% of salary based on business performance
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
• Complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities
• An extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher
• Varied shift patterns and contracts to suit your lifestyle
• Annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice
• £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, with a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage
• 31 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
• Access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support
• Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support
• Wagestream financial wellbeing platform for instant access to your pay
• Monthly colleague recognition programme, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event
• Regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties
• Company assurance scheme ensuring financial security for your loved ones