Interim Head of Events

8 hours ago


Westminster Abbey, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

An opportunity has arisen to join Central Hall Westminster as the Interim Head of Events.

Location: Central Hall Westminster, Storey’s Gate, SW1H 9NH

This is an office-based role however, we will consider hybrid or flexible working arrangements

Job type: Full-time, fixed-term contract for 8 months

Salary: £47,000 - £53,550 per annum based on experience

Reports to: General Manager

Department: Events

Number of reports: 4

About us: 

Central Hall Westminster (CHW) Ltd is owned by Trustees appointed by the Methodist Church; as such we aim to conduct business in line with the ethics of the Methodist Church and our Central Hall Venues (CHV) values. CHV is the brand name for the portfolio of venues run by CHW Ltd.

We are looking for an Interim Head of Events who will oversee the effective planning and delivery of the Events and Venue Support Department at Central Hall Westminster but also providing support across the Central Hall Venues portfolio.

About you: 

You will have previous experience in leading and managing Events Department. This role involves overseeing the scheduling, planning, and execution of all events, ensuring balanced workloads among team members, and managing working hours and annual leave to align with business needs.

The Head of Events will guide the team through the entire event delivery process. They will also manage internal communication meetings and ensure accurate invoicing and payment collection.

Key responsibilities include leading large-scale "super events" from conception to completion, coordinating with the Head of Sales and Marketing, and liaising with authorities for large events. The role also involves joint management of the events budget with the General Manager, and collaboration with the Sales Team is crucial to ensure cohesion between departments. Additionally, you will support the Sales Team in presentations and proposals for concerts, super events, and media broadcasts, ensuring the event booking system is up to date throughout the process.

You will have:

Previous experience in the hospitality, conference, or hotel industry 
Demonstrable senior management experience
Successful track record in event management
Experience of managing and developing a team
Experience collaborating with third-party contractors and suppliers
Managing Health and Safety
Excellent background in customer services
Strong sales skills with demonstrable evidence of exceeding targets
Experience of budget control

Given our organisation’s affiliation with the Methodist Church, an understanding and alignment with Methodist values are essential


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