Senior Event Manager

PURPOSE

With the Ashes on it’s way, it’s another exciting year to work in cricket and this Senior Event Manager role will offer the individual the opportunity to be at the forefront of cricket delivery in England and Wales.

The role will plan and support the delivery of cricket and venue operations across a number of formats including men’s and women’s international cricket, televised domestic cricket and The Hundred, helping to create a world‑class experience for players, match officials, media and fans across all our venues and those watching at home.

The successful candidate will require excellent planning skills and attention to detail, with the ability to build relationships, problem solve under pressure and manage a team.

They will be required to work closely with multiple internal and external stakeholders to deliver World Class standards in venue collaboration and operations.

The ECB is a fun and energising place to work, and the Events department is lively and full of talent.

This is your opportunity to collaborate with passionate individuals, deliver an exceptional sporting experience for players and fans, and leave a lasting impact on the future of cricket in this country.

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.

We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’.

It provides great entertainment.

It teaches important skills, both physical and social.

It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.

The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve live through cricket.

OUR VALUES

Run on respect.

We ensure our game is based on fairness, respect and decency.

Embrace enjoyment.

We make sure everyone finds fun in the game.

Build belonging.

We actively include so everyone can find a place in the game.

Progress with purpose.

We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward.

• YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF
• You have a passion for world‑class sports events delivery
• You have excellent organisational and project management skills, and enjoy planning and implementing operational plans, with a strong eye for detail
• You are a clear communicator who establishes strong professional relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external.
• You have a solutions‑focused attitude to resolve rising issues in line with wider objectives whilst remaining calm under pressure.
• You have a strong team ethic.
• You enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment across multiple sites.
• YOU’LL BE DOING
• Work in collaboration to coordinate, plan and deliver operational plans for multiple stakeholders and departments, delivering World Class fan (in venue and at home) and player and match official experience across all touchpoints for multiple formats of cricket across your venues.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with your venues, ECB departments, international and domestic teams, suppliers, stakeholders and service providers.
• Act as a primary point of contact for day‑to‑day operational delivery with key partners and venues.
• Championing the requirements of diverse groups of spectators, ensuring accessibility and diversity of spectators across different formats is considered in venue planning.
• Contribute to the identification and monitoring of risks across operational areas, including supporting compliance with health and safety regulations, policies, and operational procedures.
• Match Management for selected matches across the international and domestic calendar in both men’s and women’s cricket at your venues.
• Run post‑match debriefs with your operational area and with your venues, gathering lessons learned and identifying improvements for future events, including having difficult conversations where required to ensure high standards are set and met.
• Line management, providing a supportive environment for junior team members to thrive.
• Leading work streams or projects as and when there is a requirement to do so.
• YOU’LL HAVE
• Experience leading the planning and operational delivery of major events and matches in live sport.
• A comprehensive understanding of venue management and operational implementation
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple workstreams, deliver under pressure, problem solve and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong planning, coordination, and administrative skills with good attention to detail.

As well as the ability to prepare complex documents, lead large meetings, present and communicate to a wide stakeholder network.

• Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills alongside an ability to build strong relationships.
• Knowledge of or passion for cricket and live sports
• Knowledge of compliance, health & safety, and risk protocols in live event environments.
• A proven ability to work with efficiency, flexibility, and good humour; understanding the ever‑changing events environment which will include unsociable hours.
• Core management skills, including empathetic, good listener, inclusive values and supportive nature.
• YOU’LL RECEIVE
• Competitive salary
• Holiday - 25 days a year
• Volunteering – 2 days a year
• Private medical insurance
• Employee health cash‑back plan
• Long‑term sickness insurance
• Life assurance - a multiple of your annual basic salary
• Enhanced family leave and pay
• Open Blend - an innovative coaching and performance management tool
• Learning and Development - a range of programmes and initiatives to help you develop and reach your potential
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Preferential access to tickets to England games
• Opportunities to be a part of and be involved in our Employee Resource groups: Women in Cricket Employee Network, Race in Cricket Employee Network, Social Equality in Cricket Employee Network, Cricketability Employee Network (formerly called the Disability in Cricket Employee Network) and LGBTQ+ Community in Cricket Employee Network
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