Senior Event Planning Manager (BAFTA 195 Piccadilly)
Location: Hybrid, Soho, London
Contract: Full Time
Upto £45,000 per annum gross (inclusive of a financial award & service charge)
Description
The Senior Event Planning Manager plays a key role in delivering exceptional client events at BAFTA 195 Piccadilly, leading the planning and coordination of a diverse portfolio of corporate and private hire events.
As a senior member of the Event Planning team, this role is responsible for managing complex and high-profile events from contract stage through to delivery, ensuring the highest operational standards and client experience. Working closely with the Deputy Head of Event Planning, the Senior Event Planning Manager will provide expert planning support, mentor and coach colleagues, and contribute to the continuous improvement of planning processes and event delivery standards.
The role requires strong commercial awareness, identifying opportunities to maximise event revenue through strategic upselling, supplier collaboration and exceptional client management, while maintaining the prestige and reputation of the BAFTA brand.
How BAFTA 195 Piccadilly gives you the red carpet experience
- 31 days holiday (increasing to 33 days after 5 years’ service)
- Building is closed for 1 week during festive period in December
- Health cash plan (financial contribution to dentist, podiatry & more treatments)
- Complimentary meals on duty
- 3% pension contribution, Life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Company sick pay
- Season ticket loan
- Access to cinemas throughout the UK & to BAFTA events
Who you are?
- You’ll have significant event planning experience within a venue or events environment, ideally within the London market
- You’ll be experienced in planning complex, high-profile corporate and private events
- You’ll have a proven track record of generating additional revenue through upselling and event enhancements
- Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues within a team environment
- Strong knowledge of event operations, planning processes and venue logistics
- Experience working collaboratively with suppliers, technical teams and catering operations
- Experience using event management systems such as salesforce or delphi (desirable)
Who we are
195 Piccadilly is home to the iconic London headquarters of the world‑famous British arts charity, BAFTA.
Located in a historic Grade II listed building in the heart of London’s West End, BAFTA 195 Piccadilly is a truly world‑class venue. The space combines heritage architecture with cutting‑edge, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, providing an inspiring environment for our industry‑leading events, screenings, and creative initiatives.
As the centre of BAFTA’s work, 195 Piccadilly plays a vital role in supporting and celebrating talent across the film, games, and television industries.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please apply via the link below and include a CV with cover letter which in no more than 500 words explains why you think you are suitable for this position.
The closing date for this role will be Monday 6 April 2026
About Us
ABOUT BAFTA
BAFTA is a leading arts charity focused on championing creativity, opportunity and social change for all through the transformative power of film, games and television.
BAFTA’s Purpose
Enrich the cultural landscape. Level the playing field. Be progressive. Inspire and celebrate.
BAFTA’s Mission
We champion practitioners in film, games and television, regardless of background and life experience. We provide community for our members and strive for progressive industry and cultural practices. We recognise exceptional storytelling through our awards.
BAFTA’s Vision
People from all backgrounds will have opportunity to thrive in the screen industries, bringing rich, more diverse stories for us to celebrate.
DIVERSITY MONITORING
Our aim is for our staff/volunteers to be a diverse mix of talented people who want to come and do their best work. BAFTA is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who want to join BAFTA and do their best work. Our culture at work is inclusive and we celebrate diversity in all its forms. Please take the time to fill out our Diversity Monitoring Survey. All the information you provide will be anonymous and is not considered with your application.
We actively encourage all applicants to share with us how you might perform best throughout our recruitment process, as such should you wish for us to adjust the process in order for you to shine please get in touch: recruitment@bafta.org.
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