Event Operations Manager - Outdoor Events

Event Operations Manager - Outdoor Events

Location - Hertford

Salary - up to £40,000, depending on experience

Role Type - Permanent, Office-based

A leading organiser of large-scale outdoor consumer events is seeking an experienced Event Operations Manager to join a fast-paced and collaborative operations team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong grounding in live event operations who thrives in high-pressure environments and enjoys delivering complex outdoor events from planning through to onsite execution.

Reporting into the senior operations team, you will support the delivery of a portfolio of outdoor consumer events across the UK. You will take ownership of operational planning, contractor coordination, exhibitor management, logistics, compliance, and onsite event delivery.

The role requires a proactive and solutions-focused individual who can confidently manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and maintain high operational standards under pressure.

• Support the operational delivery of multiple outdoor consumer events annually
• Coordinate suppliers, contractors, venues, and infrastructure partners
• Manage exhibitor logistics and communications
• Conduct site visits and contractor meetings
• Support event build, live operations, and breakdown phases onsite
• Ensure health & safety compliance and operational best practice
• Assist with scheduling, documentation, and operational administration
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless event delivery
• Handle real-time problem solving during live event environments

• Previous experience in live event operations or event logistics
• Experience working on outdoor consumer events is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of event infrastructure, contractors, and operational workflows
• Knowledge of health & safety and industry guidance such as the Purple Guide
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, demanding environments
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Positive, hands-on attitude with a willingness to get stuck in
• Able to work collaboratively within an office-based team environment

Candidates from event organisers, exhibition companies, festivals, sporting events, consumer shows, or similar live event environments are encouraged to apply.

• Private healthcare following probation
• Mileage reimbursement for site visits
• Company-wide annual incentive trips
• Tickets to industry events and shows
• Career development opportunities within a growing events business

If you are an ambitious event operations professional looking to take the next step in your career within a dynamic live events environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please email Harry with any questions ().