Head of Event Planning - SEC Levy Posted Operations

Head Of Event Planning
- Scottish Event Campus, Glasgow | Full-Time / Permanent

£45000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.

Levy delivers world‑class hospitality at the Scottish Event Campus — one of the UK’s leading live event and conference venues. From large‑scale exhibitions and conferences to concerts and sporting events, our teams ensure every guest experiences the highest standard of service and food excellence.

As Head of Event Planning, you’ll lead the planning and delivery of high‑profile events across the SEC. You will oversee the event planning team, coordinate cross‑departmental operations, and ensure all events are delivered on time, on budget, and to Levy’s premium standards. This is a strategic role requiring both operational expertise and strong leadership.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the event planning team, ensuring high performance and continuous improvement.
• Set clear objectives and standards for the team and ensure consistent delivery across all events.

• Oversee the planning and delivery of a wide range of events, from conferences and exhibitions to live entertainment and awards ceremonies.
• Ensure all client requirements are captured, documented, and executed effectively.
• Develop detailed event briefs, timelines, and function sheets for internal teams.
• Collaborate closely with Levy operations, culinary, and front‑of‑house teams to ensure seamless event execution.

• Serve as the senior point of contact for key clients, building strong relationships and providing expert guidance.
• Liaise with venue partners, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure all operational needs are met.
• Support the commercial growth of the venue by identifying upsell opportunities and supporting business development initiatives.

• Ensure events are delivered safely, efficiently, and to Levy and SEC standards.
• Monitor budgets, forecast costs, and ensure events are delivered within financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, licensing, and food safety regulations.

• Significant experience in event planning, hospitality management, or conference & banqueting operations at scale.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams in high‑pressure, high‑volume environments.
• Strong organisational, planning, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and client management abilities.
• Flexible approach, with the ability to work evenings and weekends as required.

• Experience with in large‑scale venues or multi‑event environments.
• Knowledge of event management software and systems.
• Commercial awareness with a focus on revenue growth.

Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality.

We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Medicash
  - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
• Aviva Digicare
  - Free annual healthcare check
• Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
• Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets
• Health & Wellbeing discounts
  - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
• Travel discounts
  - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
• Shopping discounts
  - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
• Meals on duty
• Vodaphone discounts
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday
• 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during…