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Job Category: EventsRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: 2nd Floor, GuildhallWorking Hours: 29.6 Fixed term/secondment opportunity from 21 May 2026 - 1 August 2026 29.6 hours per week - Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday There will be a requirement for evening, weekend and Bank Holiday working as a core part of the role to meet the needs of the service as the summer months include key events. Your new role The Events and Lord Mayor's Team is a fun, small and industrious group of people who m anage, deliver and support all aspects of the allocated events within the Portsmouth City events portfolio. This includes regional, national and international level i.e. an annual programme of free public events such as Armed Forces Day, the Southsea Food Festival, the city's annual fireworks display, the International Kite Festival, series of car boot sales and Live at the Bandstand. In addition, the team is involved in one off events that take place in the city, which recently included events to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day, 40th anniversary of the Falklands conflict and this year celebrating the 100th anniversary of the city. It also supports and advises a variety of external event organisers and supports the Lord Mayor's hospitality events and annual civic events. We are looking to appoint an Events Officer responsible for supporting the Events Team while also taking ownership of key tasks to help deliver the events programme during our busy summer period. This will include delivering outdoor and civic events on time, with quality outcomes and within agreed budgets. You will facilitate and support new events and initiatives at a regional, national and international level, assisting the Assistant Events and Civic Manager and supporting Events Officers in the full life cycle of events which will include delivery. Who is the person summary: We're looking for a positive, energetic and experienced Events Officer, who can hit the ground running and contribute quickly as part of our friendly team. With demonstrable knowledge and experience of planning, managing and delivering quality events and projects. You will have exceptional organisational, communication, IT and customer care skills. The ideal candidate will be a resourceful problem solver who is able to manage a complex and busy events programme. You will be proactive with excellent communication, negotiation, consultation and influencing skills tailored to meet the needs of a wide range of audiences and stakeholders. In addition, you will be flexible as you will be required to work evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays. For full details, please review 'who is the person' on the job profile below attached. About Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. ___. Additional Information Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post. Some office attendance is required, this remains flexible, subject to business needs . We are not able to offer sponsorship for this position. Our recruitment process Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: ___ You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. Please note w e reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a large number of applications. We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at ___ You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: ___ Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on .

A leading hospitality employer is recruiting a Reservations Assistant for the Summer Opera Festival 2026 at a renowned cultural venue in Sussex.

Salary: £70,000 – £75,000 pro-rata.Location: London (Hybrid 1 day per week) – Fixed Term Contract – 6 months.We are currently looking for a HR Data Analyst to join a fast-paced, collaborative HR Operations team within a large and well-established organisation.This role reports directly into

A cultural production company is seeking a charismatic presenter for the Talk Stage at the Ben & Jerry’s Festival 2026 in London.

The jury will comprise of composer Kian Ravaei (Director, Composition Fellowship), violinist Thomas Mathias (Artistic Director, Tenby International Music Festival), and pianist Dominic Ciccotti (Artistic Director, Tenby International Music Festival). The Tenby International Music Festival in Tenby,

A leading B2B events organization in Greater London is seeking a Senior Marketing Manager to lead the marketing strategy for a high-profile technology festival.

The Festival has been championing creative excellence since 1954 with the goal of providing a global destination and the definitive benchmark for creativity that drives progress. B2B events, bringing some of the world's most influential creative, technology and business festivals together. Our festi

A prominent creative festival is seeking a Senior Talent Partner to manage their social media presence across LinkedIn, Instagram, and X.

We’re working with a high-growth business that is scaling its data function to the next level.Data scientists here have traditionally combined reporting with predictive modelling, but the business is now creating a dedicated leadership role to bring focus, structure and engineering rigour to the d

The role requires a proactive personality to set up festivals, manage staff, and represent the brand effectively. Responsibilities include training staff and overseeing festival activities to enhance brand presence. A leading beverage company in the UK is seeking Festival Activators for a paid inter

Salary: £120K – £140K + Equity.Data Idols are working with a rapidly scaling technology company which is redefining how large, highly regulated organisations produce, validate, and deliver client-facing work.They are now hiring a Lead Data Scientist to take full ownership of their data ecosystem

A prominent catering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking passionate CDP and Lead Chefs for the Summer Opera Festival at Glyndebourne Opera House in Sussex.

A leading tech firm in Greater London is searching for a Data/Analytics Engineer to architect and build scalable data pipelines, optimising infrastructure while delivering insights that aid decision-making.The ideal candidate should have strong skills in SQL and Python, along with experience in clou

Develop and implement a cohesive commercial strategy aligned with I.Lead and expand the partnerships and sales function, setting clear KPIs and performance goals.Build and manage a strong pipeline of sponsorship, brand and institutional partners.Develop compelling proposals, pitch decks and commerci

A leading data consultancy in Greater London is seeking an experienced Data Engineer to lead cloud data solutions and modernise data systems.This role involves designing cloud-native architectures, mentoring teams, and implementing Azure technologies.Ideal candidates have strong leadership skills an

The Festival Activator Programme is one of the most important parts of the Red Bull UK Festival & Events Strategy. As a member of the activator team you will be responsible for setting up all of our festivals throughout the summer, whilst also looking after key stakeholders on the festival site and

Salary: £70,000 – £75,000 pro-rata.Location: London (Hybrid 1 day per week) – Fixed Term Contract – 6 months.We are currently looking for a HR Data Integrity Specialist to join a fast-paced, collaborative HR Operations team within a large and well-established organisation.This role reports d

Festival Recruitment Assistant page is loaded## Festival Recruitment Assistantlocations: Farringdon, London, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-87735Job Summary:Company: Festival RepublicDepartment: TicketingLocation: Farringdon, Londo

A leading data solutions provider is looking for a Senior Data Engineer to lead the development of modern cloud data solutions.This position requires expertise in Azure Synapse and Microsoft Fabric, allowing you to design scalable data architectures and mentor teams.With a competitive salary and a h

B2B events, bringing some of the world's most influential creative, technology and business festivals together. Our festival‑led approach reimagines traditional B2B events, creating powerful, immersive experiences that drive innovation and industry advancement. Building on decades of expertise and

London (Hybrid – 2-3 days per week in office).We are currently looking for a.AI startup building cutting-edge technology in the mobile app space.Lead Data Scientist will play a critical role in shaping the company’s core product and driving real commercial impact from day one.As a Data Scientist

A growing events company in Greater London is seeking an experienced Event and Festival Manager to oversee all aspects of festival operations. You will coordinate teams, manage stock, and ensure high-energy service at leading UK festivals.

An innovative AI technology company in London is seeking a Principal Platform Engineer to manage and evolve its cloud infrastructure.This high-impact role requires ownership over system design, security, scalability, and reliability, contributing to a fast-paced and high-growth environment.Ideal can

We present both a year-round programme of multi-arts performances and an annual international Festival that takes place across the city. Brighton Dome & Festival values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival offers an exciting environment in whi

A music event management company is looking for a Music Festival Producer to coordinate the SXSW London music programme. Ideal candidates should have a passion for live music, previous festival production experience, and excellent organizational skills. The position will entail working on-site durin

A media and creative festival organization is seeking volunteers for their Kick-Starter Programme during the HowTheLightGetsIn festival in Hay-On-Wye, taking place from May 22-25, 2026. Meal vouchers will be provided for each working day at the festival, offering a unique opportunity to learn and ne

A leading B2B event organizer in Greater London is seeking a Key Account Manager to drive growth for LIONS Intelligence clients.The role involves developing deep client relationships, achieving financial targets, and collaborating across teams.The ideal candidate has 5+ years of B2B experience, exce

A global cybersecurity education company is seeking a Product Data Analyst to shape data strategies using insightful analytics.This fully remote role offers ownership over data models and visualizations that influence product direction and business growth.Key qualifications include 2+ years of exper

Our festival‑led approach reimagines traditional B2B events, creating powerful, immersive experiences that drive innovation and industry advancement. Building on decades of expertise and powered by Informa's international reach, we're shaping the next generation of business festivals. B2B events,

A leading data innovation company based in London is seeking a Data Engineer to play a pivotal role in developing and optimising end-to-end data solutions.This hands-on position requires strong skills in Python, ETL/ELT pipelines, and cloud technologies like GCP and AWS.You will have the chance to t

The role is based primarily in theFestival’scentral London offices, with up to six days spent in Edinburgh over the Festival period in August from the23rdto 28th. Experience of workingfor a festival or events-based organisation. The Edinburgh Television Festival is committed to valuing diversity a

A global digital media company is seeking a Data Engineer to join its data-driven tech team in London.In this role, you'll architect and build scalable data pipelines and optimize data infrastructure, playing a crucial part in the company's data strategy.The ideal candidate will work with modern clo

This position combines outreach, curation, and filmmaker relations for a film festival. Responsibilities include researching potential entries, maintaining communication with filmmakers, and supporting festival submissions strategy. The role offers free access to festival screenings and discounted t

A global digital media company is looking for a Data Engineer to join their dynamic tech team in London.The role focuses on building scalable data pipelines, enhancing data infrastructure, and supporting strategic projects with data insights.Candidates should have strong skills in Python and cloud t

A dynamic catering company in Greater London is seeking an experienced Festival & Catering Manager to oversee operations during the peak summer season and year-round. This full-time role involves leading a team, managing logistics and ensuring high standards of service at festivals and events.

A rapidly scaling technology company in London seeks a Lead Data Scientist to own the data ecosystem and enhance operational decision-making.You will design, build, and scale the company's data capabilities while collaborating with product and engineering teams.Strong skills in Python, SQL, and data

A security services company in Greater London seeks experienced SIA Licensed Security Staff to work at festivals and events from May to September 2026.

The role involves overseeing bar operations at various festivals, ensuring smooth event execution while managing logistics and stock levels.

A leading B2B events company is seeking a talented Senior Conference Producer for the Africa Tech Festival, based in London.

A cultural arts organization in the United Kingdom seeks a Programme Manager to oversee scheduling and delivery of live events across multiple venues.The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in programming live events and managing stakeholder relationships.This position requires ke

A prominent design festival organization in Greater London is seeking a Commercial Partnerships Lead.

We are currently looking for a Data Lead to join our client’s fast-paced and collaborative tech team.Reporting directly into the CTO, this role is central to ensuring their data is accurate, secure, and used to its full potential.As the Data Lead, you will shape and evolve their data infrastructur

A well-respected partnership organization in the North East is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead its next phase and coordinate the Express Yourself: North East Festival of Languages.

A leading data analytics firm is seeking a Head of Data Science to develop a growing team of data scientists and set the technical direction for data initiatives.This role will involve transitioning towards machine learning engineering, ensuring model ownership from research to deployment, and colla

We are recruiting for Festival Stewards and SIA staff to join our team! We have a large number of festivals and events planned in for the summer so there is lots to get involved in.

You'll work closely with major festival organizations, contributing to the vibrant festival culture while enhancing your writing skills. This role involves crafting engaging articles, guides, and reviews related to music festivals and nightlife. Join a dynamic team and help shape the future of festi

You are an experienced festival unit, kiosk or concession manager with a background in street food, fast-paced hospitality, festivals or quick-service dining. This is a full-time role spanning both our festival operations — which peak during the summer months and may take you to some of the most s

A leading data analytics organization seeks an HR Data Analyst for a hybrid role in London.This position involves auditing HR data, ensuring data quality across systems, and collaborating with HR teams to improve data governance.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR data analysis,