Conference and Events Manager at The Excel, London£36,500 per annumExCeL London Hospitality caters for the biggest, most influential events in the UK, from executive meetings to large scale conferences and exhibitions. We boast a highly trained team of managers, chefs and waiting staff, who ensure our customers receive the best possible service. Purpose of role:To develop the leadership of our team and inspire them to deliver exceptional service to our clients and guests.Facilitate day-to-day operations to ensure that we are meeting expectationsReview performance and ensure delivery of departmental finanical targetsCoordinate with various departments to ensure seamless event executionSupervise event staff, ensuring excellent service deliveryWe ensure you\'re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Medicash – Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children) Aviva Digicare – Free annual healthcare check Exclusive Benefits and Wellbeing site (Perks at Work) Entertainment discounts – up to 55% off cinema tickets Health and Wellbeing discounts – Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%) Travel discounts – Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia Meals on duty Pension scheme and Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme 23 days + BH’s and additional day off for your birthday 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back Competitive and supportive family benefits Day off for baby\'s 1st birthday Holiday purchase scheme On-going training, development and career pathways Professional subscriptions paid Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products Who you are:Proven experience in Hospitality Management or related field preferredExceptional organisational and multitasking skills.Strong communication and interpersonal abilitiesAble to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as neededAbility to lead others and influence/operate at all stakeholder levelsAbout us:Levy UK + Ireland is the vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world’s largest catering company. We work at some of the greatest venues in the world, delivering legendary experiences in food, drink, and hospitality. In the UK, we are proud to have a wealth of long-standing partnerships with venues across sport, entertainment, and events. Our partnerships include venues such as Wimbledon, Twickenham, Edgbaston, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Principality Stadium, Scottish Event Campus (SEC) and ExCel London. We are culinary champions – it’s what we do and it’s what we are passionate about. At the core of our work is the belief that sustainably sourced great food and drink, coupled with exceptional service is key to creating legendary experiences. Focused on ‘doing the right thing’ for our people and the planet, sustainability, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. We have a commitment to being Net Zero by 2027, are official partners of the British Paralympic Association, and are proud to pay all our team members at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage. At Levy UK + Ireland, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. We believe that our differences are our greatest strengths, and we are committed to creating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered. We firmly believe that a diverse team leads to innovation and creativity. Join us in our journey towards a more diverse and inclusive world, where every person has the chance to thrive and contribute their unique talents. Together, we can achieve greatness.
