Why Southwark?
Joining us means stepping into the vibrant surroundings of one of London’s leading destinations for outdoor events. Southwark is home to world-class cultural hubs, iconic riverside attractions along the Thames, and a thriving programme of festivals and community celebrations that draw visitors from across the capital and beyond.
Our parks, open spaces, and waterfront locations provide exceptional settings for everything from large-scale commercial events to grassroots community activities.
Southwark is incredibly diverse with its many spoken languages, cultures, and communities shaping the character of the borough. This is reflected in our workforce. With excellent transport links and easy access across London and the South East, Southwark is an exciting, well-connected place to build your events career.
We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme.
We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.
What You'll Be Doing
Supporting the procurement, planning and successful delivery of outdoor events across the borough, with a particular focus on large-scale commercial events.
Monitoring compliance with Council policies, procedures, health and safety requirements and industry best practice, and working with other Council services, such as Licensing, to ensure relevant requirements are met.
Acting as a key point of contact for event organisers, contractors, partners and stakeholders, providing clear guidance and ensuring smooth event delivery.
Co-ordinating and managing public consultation processes for major events, ensuring community voices are heard and considered.
Monitoring event performance, gather and analyse feedback, and support continuous improvement across the events programme.
Tracking and monitoring payments, reporting progress against forecasts and supporting effective financial management.
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Events Operations Officer 24 MTH FTC employer: Southwark Council Careers
As the largest local authority social landlord in London, Southwark is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees are empowered to thrive. With a strong commitment to tackling inequalities and enhancing community well-being, we offer our HR Business Partners the chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying professional growth opportunities within a supportive team. Join us in shaping a fairer future for Southwark's residents and experience the unique advantage of working in a vibrant borough that values its people and their contributions.
