Oak View Group (OVG) is the world’s leading development, management, and hospitality company founded in 2015 to positively disrupt business as usual.

As the largest developer of sports and entertainment facilities in the world, OVG prioritises the way we do business focusing on making long-term investments in our people and our planet.

Located in The City of London, The Brewery is a historic Grade II listed venue, hosting over 500 events year, from 45 to 900 guests The 8 flexible spaces at The Brewery cater for a wide variety of events, including conferences, awards dinners, exhibitions, Christmas, and summer parties. The full-service offering, attention to detail, quirky touches, and forward-thinking attitude make it one of London’s most sought-after venues.
 

As a Junior Events Manager you will be responsible for contributing to the efficient operation and delivery of events, to the highest standard and to ensure that the expectations of the organiser and guests are exceeded.

We are looking for a passionate, customer focused individual, with the ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining a positive, can-do attitude. You will need excellent organisation and time management skills with an eye for detail and the ability to use your own initiative.

The ideal candidate will display a passion and drive for the events industry and have previous experience of working in high end hospitality sector with a hands-on approach.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Co-ordinate all aspects required to prepare and run effective events, including set up, laundry, cleaning, beverage and food service.
• To work with other Event Managers and F&B staff on a function, by being the main contact liaising with the client and all other Departments.
• Induction of new F&B associates working towards the training programme
• Prepare financial/ event evaluation forms at the end of the functions and circulate to distribution lists.
• To be ready to answer any queries, financial or operational, that the Finance Department, Sales Department or Operations Director may have regarding functions.
• To prepare for future functions by liaising with the Sales Executive Manager responsible.
• Ensure compliance with service standards and Health and Safety for delivery events.
• To ensure maximum revenue opportunities are explored during the event.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of food and beverage service.
• The ability to influence others by working closely with all other departments in the venue.
• The ability to problem solve by making good decisions in a busy and pressurised environment.
• Strong customer and communication skills to develop and maintain relationships with associates and customers.

Benefits:

• Enhanced holiday entitlement (25 days plus 8 public holidays)
• Staff social events throughout the year
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Season ticket loan scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance (2x salary)
• Private Medical cover (after passing probation period)
• Eyesight tests
• Free meals on duty

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the dedicated team at The Brewery that offers excellent opportunities for career development and progression. The Brewery is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.