Since opening our doors to up to 23,500 fans per show, Co-op Live continues to attract world-class talent and events, drawing comparisons to and surpassing the world’s greatest live entertainment venues in show programming, sound, fan experience, premium hospitality, food and beverage, and more. The UK’s largest live entertainment arena is driven by a dedicated team of music and live event lovers, passionate about offering every visitor, fan, artist, and partner an unrivalled experience, before, during and after every event, as well as giving back to our local community and our planet.

Partnership is at our heart, with Co-op Live excelling through meaningful alliances with the likes of naming rights partner Co-op, united by a joint vision to be the very best. The first venue in the UK for owners and operators Oak View Group (OVG), Co-op Live spearheads expansion into Europe and rest of world, a jewel in the crown of a globally renowned portfolio.

Kick-start your career in the UK’s most exciting live entertainment venue

Step into the heart of live entertainment and start your career in People & Culture with Co-op Live, the UK’s largest, most exciting music and events venue!

As our People & Culture Apprentice, you’ll be right at the centre of everything we do to make this an incredible place to work, supporting the team that brings world-class talent on stage and behind the scenes. This is your chance to gain hands-on HR experience in a fast-paced, vibrant environment where no two days are ever the same.

You’ll help welcome new talent, keep our people connected, and ensure our culture is as unforgettable as the shows we put on. From coordinating job adverts and interviews to organising onboarding, wellbeing campaigns, and recognition schemes, you’ll be involved in every step of the employee journey.

One day you could be setting up for a careers fair, the next helping run assessment days or preparing contracts for new starters. You’ll also get stuck into our payroll and benefits processes, support training programmes, and work closely with teams across the venue, from security to food & beverage to help them thrive.

What Co-op Live will give to you

Alongside the benefit of working with an awesome team of talented people, we want to help you get the best out of your work and have a work life balance.

• Provide you with development opportunities and regular one to ones
• Key objectives for you to succeed in your role
• Your general wellbeing is at the forefront of our minds, we understand the importance of balancing work and personal commitments
• This is an office base role, it’s really important we work together to mobilise the biggest music and live entertainment arena in the UK

Salary: Up to £28,000 dependent on experience

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Employer pension scheme
• Private Health Care scheme – Vitality
• Life Assurance 4 x basic salary
• Eyecare vouchers
• WeCare Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your family 24hrs, 7 days per week when you need the service
• Company sick pay scheme
• Enhanced family friendly benefits
• Office fruit & snacks
• Team social events

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone with curiosity, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for people. You don’t need previous HR experience, just a willingness to learn, a proactive attitude, and the confidence to bring your ideas to the table. If you’re organised, a great communicator, and excited about the buzz of live events, we’ll give you all the training and support you need to succeed, along with a nationally recognised qualification.

In return, you’ll get a front-row seat to the inner workings of one of the UK’s most iconic venues, a supportive team that champions inclusivity, and the chance to make a real impact as we work towards our mission of being carbon neutral by 2038.

So, if you’re ready to launch your career in HR while helping create unforgettable experiences for staff, artists, and fans alike – this is your moment. The stage is set. Are you ready to join us?

Our Inclusion Commitments

Our venue is for the fans, the artists, everyone! Attracting a diverse workforce which reflects our local community is what will make our venue the best music venue in the UK! 

We understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. We are committed to creating a great place to work amplifying voices from all different backgrounds. There is something for everyone at Co-op Live, come and get involved. 

If you do require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to support your application, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need. We will consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the required skills necessary to fulfil the role. 

We recognise the importance of safeguarding, dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview.

If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the ‘Eligibility to Work in the UK’ requirements.