At Forge Holiday Group, we create unforgettable holiday experiences through award-winning brands like Sykes Holiday Cottages and Forest Holidays.
We're looking for an Events & Engagement Manager to own and grow our events programme, driving owner acquisition and brand engagement across national and regional events, webinars, and strategic partnerships.
- Location: Ideally Chester-based, but open to candidates across the UK (regular travel required)
- Working Days & Hours: 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am-5:30pm (some evening & weekend flexibility required)
- Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum
You'll take ownership of our events strategy, delivering impactful experiences that generate leads, strengthen our brands, and drive commercial growth across the UK and Ireland.
We're looking for someone with:
- Proven experience delivering events and shaping event strategy
- Experience using events to generate commercial leads and pipeline
- Strong project management skills across live, virtual and hybrid events
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience managing budgets, suppliers and event logistics
- A data-driven approach with experience measuring ROI and KPIs
- The ability to work independently across multiple locations
- A full UK driving licence
- Have experience in the travel, hospitality, leisure or property sectors.
- Have worked with webinar platforms and online events.
- Know the UK holiday letting or property market.
- Have experience supporting regional or distributed teams with events.
What we offer:
- Annual bonus
- Birthday day off
- Hybrid & flexible working
- Enhanced parental leave
- Holiday discounts with Sykes Cottages & Forest Holidays
- Training and development opportunities
If you're a strategic events professional who loves creating experiences that deliver real commercial impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Events and Engagement Manager in Chester employer: Forge Holiday Group
Forge Holiday Group is an exceptional employer located in Chester, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation thrives. With a strong commitment to employee growth and diversity, the company provides ample opportunities for professional development while fostering a collaborative culture that values every team member's contribution. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the travel industry through cutting-edge data science initiatives.
