Description

We are currently looking for a Commercial Events Sales Operations Manager to join our Commercial team on a full time permanent contract.

The Commercial Events team manages all aspects of commercial venue hires across Southbank Centre as well as cultivation/fundraising & other internal events. We're best known as the home of the BAFTAs, BFI Film Festival, many high profile film premieres and the graduation venue of choice for most of London’s top Universities.

Please download the attached Job Description for a full overview of this role's responsibilities.
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The annual salary stated is based on the Full-Time Equivalent (40 hours per week). If the job is part-time, the weekly hours will be stated within the advert.

The deadline for applications is 23:59 on the closing date for the job posting.

Please note, applications sent via Email or 3rd party agencies will not be considered.

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We welcome applications from all backgrounds. By attracting people with diverse attitudes, opinions and beliefs we can continue to look at the world with fresh eyes and find new ways of doing things. The Southbank Centre is a warm and welcoming place to work, with great aspirations and ambitions to create great and accessible work for all. We pride ourselves in building a supportive environment to enable the development of our colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

To oversee the management of the Sales team to maximise commercial events income from Southbank Centre Site and deliver budgeted business targets.
To enhance the reputation of Southbank Centre as an events venue by delivering a wide range of events which reflect its core values.
To develop sales strategies which grow and expand the range of Commercial Events business activities, looking for new markets and opportunities as they evolve
To maximise entrepreneurial activity to the benefit of Southbank Centre by working with other departments to identify and develop opportunities through a shared understanding of roles, connections and related activity.
To work with the Commercial Marketing Manager to deliver a marketing strategy for commercial hire which supports the sales, growth plans and objectives for Commercial Events.
To be an active member of the Commercial Events management team, contributing to the delivery of strategy and management of the department

Skills & Experience

Proven sales ability with a track record of securing and developing new income across multiple sites.
Has a clear understanding of the events industry and can demonstrate transferable skills to this role;
Has significant experience of managing a Sales team
Has experience marketing a multi-site and multi-event venue

Benefits

As well as working at one of London's most popular and exciting sites the successful candidate will also benefit from the following:

A min 5% pension contribution (going up to 9% depending on employee contribution), from day 1 of employment
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Hybrid working model (4 days office working, 1 day from home)
Enhanced sick pay
Enhanced family leave benefits
Up to 30% discounts at onsite retail, food and beverage vendors
Staff ticket offers for SC events
Free entry to Hayward Gallery
Free/discounted entry with other reciprocal organisations
Free staff yoga

About Southbank Centre

Southbank Centre, the largest arts centre in Europe and the UK's 5th most visited attraction, is at the heart of London’s cultural life. Spanning 11 acres, this iconic venue offers a diverse range of great art and culture, bringing people together through unforgettable experiences.

From internationally renowned artists to emerging talent, Southbank Centre provides a platform for creativity to flourish. Its impressive facilities include the Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Purcell Room, Hayward Gallery, National Poetry Library, and the Arts Council Collection. The centre is also home to six Resident Orchestras, offering exceptional musical performances. Moreover, Southbank Centre is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that everyone can have access to the arts through their creative learning and participation activities.

As a registered charity and a National Portfolio Organisation, Southbank Centre is esteemed for its contribution to the arts and its dedication to fostering cultural experiences that inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.

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