Events Manager Were a thriving team passionate about working together to deliver excellence, all in a natural forest environment.Welcome to Center Parcsthe number one choice for short break holidays, employing a team of over 10,000 across six separate villages located in the UK and Ireland. We are commercially focussed but ensure that this is led by an ethos of delivering excellent service which provides our guests with wonderful memories of their time with us.Standards, be they operational, health & safety or otherwise, are important to us, as is our ongoing commitment to nurture the forest environment within which we operate.EVENTS MANAGERCirca 38,400 per annum plus 12% bonusReporting to the Guest Experience Manager, this is a fantastic new opportunity, where you will be responsible for leading and implementing the village seasonal event programme and other ad-hoc events.You will be accountable for the performance of the village events programme consisting of; Winter Wonderland, Christmas, New Year and Winter Forest Lights, ensuring that the guest experience is seamless and general standards are monitored and maintained. This will involve working closely with the village and Head Office Seasonal team regarding innovation and creative thinking to evolve the seasonal offering.You will lead the Village Marketing Executive, together ensuring brand standards are maintained and that marketing materials and assets are meeting objectives from a guest and village perspective.As a member of the wider village management team, you will actively contribute towards the delivery of the village operation, including managing the village event calendar and providing support during critical incidents.This is a hands-on Management role, where you will play an integral part in the day-to-day running of village events.HOURS OF WORKYou will be contracted to work 160 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis, this means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis.ABOUT YOUThe successful candidate needs to be proactive with a positive can-do attitude. Youll have high standards when it comes to guest experience, understand brand standards and take ownership and pride in your work.Essential Requirements:Experience of developing and managing internal and external partnerships in the delivery of eventsExcellent communication skills both written and orallySelf-led with an ability to work alone or as part of a teamAn organised and methodical approachFlexible and adaptableA motivational approach towards colleagues and workComputer literateDesirable requirements:Skilled project management experienceExperience in planning or leading successful eventsABOUT THE BENEFITSCenter Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:Management Bonus SchemePension Scheme with Life AssuranceColleague Recognition and Reward Schemeoffering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchersFree use of our leisure facilitiesDiscounted Center Parcs breaks20% discount in our restaurant and retail outletsAccess to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discountsAn Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal mattersExcellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualificationsIf this sounds like your ideal job, then wed love to see your application.Closing date: 18th February 2025at 12 NoonInterviews to be held: 1st round interviews held on Monday 24th February 2025 2nd round interviews held on Monday 3rd March 2025Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.Follow us -FacebookX (Twitter)LinkedInAt Center Parcs, everyones welcome.We recognise that were all at our best when were being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging.We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process. Share Apply now