Hursley
We are currently seeking an Events Manager to join our bustling team. No previous experience necessary, full training will be provided. As an events manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and success of our markets. You will have the opportunity to showcase your exceptional customer service skills and create an unforgettable experience for market-goers. We hold Markets and Festivals at a number of locations on a Saturday and Sunday across Hampshire and are looking for a Manager to attend some of our locations, as well as providing holiday cover as needed. The timings vary for each Market/Festival, however on average you will be starting work at 7am and finishing an hour after the Market/Festival has finished. Current Market Locations: Alresford, Alton, Emsworth, Hamble, Petersfield, Ringwood, Romsey, Southsea and Winchester. **Role and responsibilities**
- Supervise market setup, breakdown, and site cleanliness on market days, including space allocation.
- Manage electrical supply for stallholders.
- Distribute marketing and promotional materials to stallholders.
- Compile Market Reports and submit to the Admin Team after each event.
- Audit stallholders to ensure they are only selling what has been authorized by the Admin Team.
- Engage with stallholders, customers, and others on market days to address enquiries, build positive relationships, and promote market activities.
- Conduct risk assessments and prepare post-market reports.
- Consider weather conditions and make safety-related decisions.
- Coordinate with the Admin Team to develop market site plans.
- Monitor inventory and place timely orders with the Admin Team.
- Management and escalation of complaints.
- Work with the leadership team to plan upcoming Markets and Festivals.
- Appointed First Aider – First point of call.
- Maintain incident book. - Experience and skills required - Enthusiasm and efficiency. - Punctuality and reliability. - Strong interpersonal and management abilities. - Excellent organisational skills. - Confidence in decision-making. - Excellent team working skills, with ability to work collaboratively and co-operatively with colleagues, directors, and members on all levels. - Hold UK Driving Licence and have own car. - Benefits included - £135 a day for our standard Markets and £185-£200 a day for our Festivals. - Travel Mileage reimbursed. - Paid Holiday. - Workplace Pension - - Position report to: Business Manager. - Job Type: Part time, Zero hours contract - Pay: £135.00-£200.00 per day - Schedule: - Day shift - Start time usually 7am - Weekends only - Not every weekend - Education: - GCSE or equivalent (preferred) - Licence/Certification: - Driving Licence (required)
