Longleat is seeking an experienced and organisational Events Coordinator to join our team and help us continue our tradition of hiring engaged and productive employees.

Our events team is responsible for supporting the delivery of all events year-round at Longleat. From immersive lantern displays and enchanting Christmas tree shows during The Festival of Light to our dazzling icons of the sky hot air balloon event.  

Reporting directly to the Events Manager, your role will be integral to ensuring the seamless planning and execution of corporate and commercial events at Longleat, including our flagship calendar projects.

Key duties will include:

• Plan and deliver corporate, fun day and commercial events, and key calendar projects and events
• Support with the development of future events
• Composition and management of Health and Safety documentation of events and projects, including Risk Assessments and Method Statements
• Coordination of project schedule, resources and equipment to ensure the project is delivered on time and safely
• Day-to-day management of status reporting and delivery, with effective communication to the Project Owner
• Contractor, supplier and entertainer welfare coordination at all phases of projects and events, including accommodation and catering supplies
• Evaluation of project and event success against its objectives and sharing lessons or best practice with the programme board

About you

• Your previous experience in project and events will ensure you deliver and execute the role seamlessly
• You will have a full UK driving licence to enable you to get around our expansive estate
• You are used to working under pressure, whilst maintaining excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• You are fully flexible with your working hours and have the understanding that your hours will flex in accordance with event demand and event delivery hours

A little about us

At Longleat we offer a day out like no other, our guests are invited to step into the Thynn family home where they will find the finest example of Elizabethan Architecture. They are also immersed into the wild side, where they can visit over 120 species of animals by car, foot, train, bus, and boat.

With a core business of around 1 million guests every year, we are passionate about providing unforgettable experiences that bring family and friends together to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Our values

At Longleat, we believe in engaging and inspiring our employees, putting people first, taking accountability, continuously improving, and acting with integrity. We invite everyone who works with us to subscribe to these values, as they truly set us apart as a place to work.

Why join the Longleat team?

In this unique work environment, you will be surrounded by historic landscapes and listed buildings, all whilst listening to our lions roar and wolves howl. You will even have the opportunity to visit our adorable Koalas and cheeky meerkats during your lunch break.

Your contract

You’ll be employed on a permanent 40-hours a week contract, working 5 days out of 7, including weekends, evenings, early mornings and bank holidays as required. Start and finish times will vary in accordance with park opening times. 

Location: On Site - Longleat (Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW)

Sounds great! How do I apply?

If you are interested in this role, please apply online. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if enough suitable applicants are received.

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