Conference & Events Operations Manager Job at 14forty (London)

Senior Conference & Events Operations Manager

Senior Conference & Events Operations Manager - Excel London | Full-Time / Perma...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

46310.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in a demanding food environment including retail, stand catering, and conferences and banqueting
Experience of working with a client group
P&L understanding
Ability to lead others
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Able to influence and operate at all stakeholder levels

Job Responsibility

Playing a leading role in the delivery of first-rate hospitality offering across conferences and events
Alongside the Operations Manager, assist with the development and leadership of your team within Excel London
Inspiring your team to deliver exceptional service to our clients and guests
Facilitating day to day clients and hospitality operations, ensuring that we are meeting expectations and consistently 'Winning One Customer at a Time'
Reviewing performance of hospitality for conferences and events and ensure delivery of departmental financial targets

What we offer

Healthcare including Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
Wellbeing support
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Life assurance
Meals on duty
Bonus
Your birthday off
Holiday purchase scheme
Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Fulltime

Operations Manager (Conference and Events)

Operations Manager (Conference and Events Hospitality) - Newmarket and Huntingdo...

Location

United Kingdom , Newmarket

Salary:

33000.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Some experience of delivering live conferences, meetings and events
A positive, approachable and a trouble shooter
Strong organisation, communication and computer skills
The ability to communicate at all levels and meet deadlines
A self-starter
motivated by a passion for quality and great service delivery

Job Responsibility

Manage the allocated causal team members to set up and break down meeting rooms and deliver live conference and events
To review the weekly payroll and assist the management of the variable payroll to achieve financial targets set while meeting the operational needs
Act as a central point of contact for C&E operational queries
Attendance of all regular meetings and briefings to ensure regular communication takes place with all stakeholders
Develop a good working relationship with the Hospitality team based at Newmarket
Use function sheets to gather customer expectations, room set us and menus requirements
Work with the chef team to ensure all special diets and allergens are managed on live event days
Ensure all H&S policy and procedures are followed
Support the People Operations team in the recruitment, selection, induction and retention practices for the C&E department
Take the lead for C&E team welfare and engagement activities

What we offer

Competitive salary and full company benefits
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
your birthday off
holiday purchase scheme
Aviva Digicare
Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
2 days additional leave after returning from maternity leave
day off for your baby's first birthday

Fulltime

Operations Manager (Conference and Events)

Operations Manager (Conference and Events) - Newmarket and Huntingdon Racecourse...

Location

United Kingdom , Newmarket

Salary:

33000.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Some experience of delivering live conferences, meetings and events
A positive, approachable and a trouble shooter
Strong organisation, communication and computer skills
The ability to communicate at all levels and meet deadlines
A self-starter
motivated by a passion for quality and great service delivery

Job Responsibility

Manage the allocated causal team members to set up and break down meeting rooms and deliver live conference and events
To review the weekly payroll and assist the management of the variable payroll to achieve financial targets set while meeting the operational needs
Act as a central point of contact for C&E operational queries
Attendance of all regular meetings and briefings to ensure regular communication takes place with all stakeholders
Develop a good working relationship with the Hospitality team based at Newmarket
Use function sheets to gather customer expectations, room set us and menus requirements
Work with the chef team to ensure all special diets and allergens are managed on live event days
Ensure all H&S policy and procedures are followed
Support the People Operations team in the recruitment, selection, induction and retention practices for the C&E department
Take the lead for C&E team welfare and engagement activities

What we offer

Competitive salary and full company benefits
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme
Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Family benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 2 days? additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby?s first birthday, enhanced family leave
Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships
Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products
Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways
Meals on duty included
Free on-site parking

Fulltime

Conference And Events Operations Manager

This role is suited to someone who enjoys leading from the front, developing oth...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

48000.00 GBP / Year

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA

Expiration Date

August 06, 2026

Requirements

Experience operating at Head of Department level or above within a high-volume C&E operations or other hospitality environment
Track record of improving performance and leading teams effectively
Comfortable influencing and challenging where needed
Building strong working relationships across departments
Taking an active role in developing others
Strong commercial mindset
Energy, resilience and a hands-on approach
Adapting to changing priorities

Job Responsibility

Delivering consistent, high-quality operations
Contributing to the strategic direction of the Eastside Rooms
Ensuring day-to-day delivery is aligned, efficient and focused on both guest experience and commercial performance
Driving performance across departments
Supporting recruitment and onboarding activity
Coaching leaders to build capability within their teams
Using guest feedback, operational data and commercial insight to identify opportunities for improvement
Shaping the culture of the department
Setting clear expectations
Driving engagement

What we offer

Hotel discounts portfolio wide – staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
Subsidised meals on duty
Paid breaks
Financial contribution towards childcare from day 1 of employment up to age 12
Annual wellbeing allowance of up to £500
A minimum of 33 days holiday
Salary Sacrifice Schemes – Holiday purchase scheme and Cycle to work scheme
Wagestream – stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings
24/7 access to employee assistance programme
Company sick pay

Fulltime

Conference and Events Operations Manager

About the Role Conference & Events Operations Manager Location - Excel London ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

38000.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in conference, events, or large-scale hospitality operations
Experience managing high-volume, complex events in a fast-paced environment
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire large teams
Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Commercially aware with strong operational problem-solving ability
Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends

Job Responsibility

Lead the end-to-end operational delivery of conferences, exhibitions, and events within Excel London
Act as the operational lead on assigned events, ensuring all food & beverage services are delivered to Levy’s high standards
Work collaboratively within the wider team of 8 Operations Managers to ensure consistency, flexibility, and shared best practice across the venue
Build strong relationships with clients, organisers, venue partners, and internal stakeholders
Represent Levy as the primary operational contact for events, managing expectations and delivering solutions in a high-pressure environment
Collaborate closely with Sales, Culinary, Logistics, People & Culture, and Finance teams
Lead, motivate, and support large, multi-skilled operational teams during event delivery
Ensure effective briefing, deployment, and supervision of teams to meet service, safety, and performance standards
Support the development and engagement of colleagues, contributing to a positive and inclusive team culture
Deliver events in line with agreed budgets, margins, and forecasts

What we offer

Work at one of Europe’s most prestigious and dynamic event venues
Be part of a collaborative, experienced team of 8 Conference & Events Operations Managers
Deliver iconic, large-scale events with global reach
Career development opportunities within Levy and Compass Group
A fast-paced, high-energy environment where no two days are the same

Fulltime

Conference and Events Operations Manager

Levy delivers world-class food, drink, and hospitality experiences at some of th...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

38000.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in conference, events, or large-scale hospitality operations
Experience managing high-volume, complex events in a fast-paced environment
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire large teams
Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Commercially aware with strong operational problem-solving ability
Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends

Job Responsibility

Lead the end-to-end operational delivery of conferences, exhibitions, and events within ExCeL London
Act as the operational lead on assigned events, ensuring all food & beverage services are delivered to Levy’s high standards
Work collaboratively within the wider team of 8 Operations Managers to ensure consistency, flexibility, and shared best practice across the venue
Build strong relationships with clients, organisers, venue partners, and internal stakeholders
Represent Levy as the primary operational contact for events, managing expectations and delivering solutions in a high-pressure environment
Collaborate closely with Sales, Culinary, Logistics, People & Culture, and Finance teams
Lead, motivate, and support large, multi-skilled operational teams during event delivery
Ensure effective briefing, deployment, and supervision of teams to meet service, safety, and performance standards
Support the development and engagement of colleagues, contributing to a positive and inclusive team culture
Deliver events in line with agreed budgets, margins, and forecasts

What we offer

Work at one of Europe’s most prestigious and dynamic event venues
Be part of a collaborative, experienced team of 8 Conference & Events Operations Managers
Deliver iconic, large-scale events with global reach
Career development opportunities within Levy and Compass Group
A fast-paced, high-energy environment where no two days are the same

Fulltime

Events & Conference Program Operations Manager

The Conference Program & Events Operations Managers lead the planning, and execu...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

Not provided

Alter Domus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5–8 years of experience managing conferences and executive-level events
Experience overseeing a high-volume, multi-event portfolio
Proven ability to manage events ranging from small private gatherings to multi-day conferences
Strong project management and prioritization skills
Experience managing budgets and negotiating vendor contracts
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
Ability to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed

Job Responsibility

Manage a comprehensive regional portfolio of 25+ third-party conferences and proprietary events annually
Develop scalable systems, templates, and processes to ensure consistency and efficiency across event types
Partner with internal leadership to define event objectives, themes, target audiences, and success metrics
Oversee program design for proprietary events, including agenda development, speaker identification, and content flow
Serve as internal lead for third-party conference participation, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities
Maintain a master event calendar and manage overlapping production timelines
Lead end-to-end execution of: Executive dinners and private roundtables (10–30 guests), One-day conferences (100–500+ attendees), Multi-day retreats (50–250 attendees)
Coordinate speaker recruitment, onboarding, and logistics
Develop detailed run-of-show documents and production timelines
Oversee venue sourcing, room setups, catering, AV, décor, signage, and attendee experience

What we offer

Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday
Continuous mentoring along your career progression
Active sports, events and social committees across our offices
24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program
The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan
Plus additional local benefits depending on your location

Fulltime

New

Catering Events Operations Manager

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

37080.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Excellent communication skills to lead, engage and motivate the team in delivering events
Acting as the first point of contact for catering on the event day, providing friendly and professional customer service
Background in conference and event managements
Running events for up to 1,500 attendees

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage daily running of corporate catering events
Conduct on-the job training of staff and ensure effective deployment of staff in line with event requirements
Ensure that uniform standards are upheld to the highest standard
Demonstrate full alignment to our Levy Restaurants vision and values by doing the right things
Demonstrate a can‐do attitude towards individual client requests and strive to exceed customer expectations
Ensure allergies and specific dietary requirements are held as a priority
Take an active role in promoting the welfare of staff members
Treat all clients and customers in a polite and courteous manner at all times to ensure customer satisfaction is achieved by providing the highest level of service possible
Ensure all displays, counters and seating areas comply with company and statutory health and hygiene requirements

What we offer

Healthcare including Aviva Digicare and Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Birthday off
Holiday purchase scheme
Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
2 days additional leave after returning from maternity leave
Day off for baby's first birthday
Enhanced family leave
Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts

Fulltime

Select Country

Conference & Events Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Responsibility

Requirements

Nice to have

What we offer

Looking for more opportunities?