Events Operations Venue Manager- Venue

Events Operations Manager Large-Scale London Venue

A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
London
£40,000 £45,000 + benefits
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Events Venue Manager to join a leading large-scale London venue, delivering a diverse programme of live events, corporate functions, exhibitions, and public experiences.
This is a venue-side role responsible for the safe, compliant, and seamless operational delivery of events from initial planning through to live execution and debrief.
The Role As Events Operations Manager, you will oversee the end-to-end operational planning and delivery of events, ensuring the highest standards of health & safety, licensing compliance, security management, and audience experience.
You will work closely with internal departments, promoters, production teams, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure all events are delivered safely, efficiently, and to an exceptional standard.
Key Responsibilities Lead operational planning and live delivery for a wide range of events
Develop and manage detailed event operational plans and timelines
Oversee all venue health & safety procedures and compliance standards
Produce and review event risk assessments and method statements (RAMS)
Manage venue licensing requirements and ensure full regulatory compliance
Coordinate security operations, stewarding, crowd management, and emergency procedures
Liaise with production teams regarding technical and logistical requirements
Conduct pre-event briefings and post-event debriefs
Manage contractor and supplier relationships on-site including with the onsite catering team
Ensure smooth communication between all operational stakeholders
Support incident management and reporting where required
You will be an experienced operations professional with a strong background in live events, venues, or large-scale entertainment environments. xwzovoh
Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in event operations within a venue, arena, stadium, or large-scale events environment
Strong understanding of health & safety legislation and best practice
Experience managing venue licensing and compliance requirements
Skilled in producing risk assessments and operational documentation
Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills
Calm under pressure with strong decision-making ability
Flexible approach to working evenings and weekends as required
Desirable IOSH or NEBOSH qualification
Experience working with local authorities and emergency services
First Aid qualification
Whats On Offer Salary of £40,000 £45,000 depending on experience
Opportunity to work at a high-profile London venue
Diverse and exciting event portfolio
Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
Dynamic and collaborative working environment
To apply, please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience.