Description
Join Southwark Council, a leading destination for outdoor events in London, as an Events Operations Officer. You will support the procurement, planning, and delivery of large-scale commercial events across the borough.
Responsibilities:
- Support the procurement, planning, and successful delivery of outdoor events
- Monitor compliance with Council policies, procedures, health and safety requirements, and industry best practice
- Act as a key point of contact for event organisers, contractors, partners, and stakeholders
- Co-ordinate and manage public consultation processes for major events
- Monitor event performance, gather and analyse feedback, and support continuous improvement
- Track and monitor payments, report progress against forecasts, and support effective financial management
- Contribute to the ongoing development and innovation of the Events Service
- Represent the Events Service and the council at external network meetings
Requirements:
- Operational and technical experience delivering large-scale outdoor or commercial events
- Confidence navigating licensing, health and safety, and working with partners
- Strong stakeholder and client-management skills
- A solutions-focused approach, staying calm under pressure
- Commercial awareness, with experience in contract management, negotiation, budgeting, and income generation
- Enthusiasm for service improvement and innovation
Benefits: For more information on benefits, please visit https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/
Additional Information:
- This vacancy is subject to the council’s redeployment arrangements
- Eligible redeployees will be considered first, and the vacancy may be withdrawn if a suitable redeployee is appointed
- Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals who require visa sponsorship