Director of Operations - Events

Director of Operations - Events

Full-Time 90000 - 110000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Jo Holdsworth Recruitment Ltd.

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead operations for high-profile events and build exceptional teams.
  • Company: Fast-growing events organisation with a dynamic and entrepreneurial culture.
  • Benefits: Opportunity to shape operations and drive impactful projects.
  • Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for innovation and career advancement.
  • Why this job: Join at an exciting growth stage and make a real difference in the events industry.
  • Qualifications: Proven experience in operations leadership and team building.

The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 Β£ per year.

Jo Holdsworth Recruitment are excited to be partnering with an ambitious, fast-growing organisation to recruit an experienced Operations Director.

This is a rare opportunity to join a business at an early stage of its growth, playing a pivotal role in shaping operations, building high-performing teams and delivering a portfolio of high-profile events.

If you're an experienced operational leader looking for the chance to build something exceptional from the ground up, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Operations Director to join a fast-growing events business at an exciting stage of its development.

This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in building a portfolio of large-scale, industry-leading conferences and events from the ground up.

Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will help shape the operational strategy, establish best-in-class processes, and lead the delivery of exceptional live events.

This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment and enjoys building teams, creating systems and delivering high-profile projects.

The Role As Operations Director, you will be responsible for developing and leading all operational aspects of the business, ensuring events are delivered efficiently, professionally and to the highest standards.

Working alongside the leadership team, you will: Develop and implement the overall operational strategy.

Build scalable systems and processes to support business growth.

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through technology and AI.

Recruit, develop and lead a high-performing operations team.

Ensure operational excellence across multiple projects and events.

Key Areas of Responsibility Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Event operations and logistics Venue and supplier management Operational planning and project delivery Licensing, compliance and permissions Health

Director of Operations - Events employer: Jo Holdsworth Recruitment Ltd.

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Jo Holdsworth Recruitment Ltd.

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Jo Holdsworth Recruitment Ltd. Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Director of Operations - Events

Operational Strategy Development
Team Building
Event Operations Management
Logistics Coordination
Supplier Management
Project Delivery
Licensing and Compliance