Weddings and Events Manager

The Place The Fitzrovia Chapel is an enchanting jewel of Byzantine inspired architecture located in the heart of the Fitzrovia community. Grade II
* listed, the former chapel of the Middlesex Hospital is a place of meaning, memory and sanctuary for many. Today it is a place for quiet reflection, discovery and celebration. The chapel, a registered charity, is open to everyone of all faiths, beliefs, backgrounds and cultures and connects a diversity of communities, visitors and partners.

We are the top venue for weddings in Westminster and have built a reputation for excellence, offering exceptional ceremonies and celebrations. We allow civil and celebrant-led ceremonies. In addition, we offer the chapel for exhibitions, book launches, fashion shoots, tours, open days, concerts, filming, drinks receptions, memorials, wellbeing events and talks.

Our highly successful Weddings and Events team is looking for a Weddings and Events Manager. Working alongside the Head of Weddings and Events, you will bring your attention to detail and quality together with your wealth of experience and enthusiasm for events to the role.

35 hours a week, including two weekends a month

We are seeking a highly experienced Weddings and Events Manager to help respond to weddings enquiries and run different events. This role is vital for maintaining the chapel’s reputation as a premier event destination and is critical to the charity’s financial sustainability.

• Help manage weddings enquiries, the weddings business and the ongoing relationships and arrangements with couples.
• Contribute to the ongoing success of weddings and events at the chapel by providing ideas for improvement and promotion.
• Duty manage weddings and events for two weekends a month. There may also be evening work.
• Help manage the Events Team
• Lead the induction and training of new events staff.
• Contribute to responding to general hires enquiries.
• Work with the Director to develop and continuously improve the Chapel’s service delivery standards and reputation (including in feedback, reviews and ratings).
• Work with the Buildings Manager to secure best-value supplies.

• Proven experience in high-end hospitality or event management, preferably in a similar role including weddings.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong focus on customer service.
• Experience in managing a team, with the ability to motivate and lead by example.
• Proficient in administrative tasks, including customer service.
• Interest in heritage and the arts, with an understanding of the role of charities in the community is an advantage.
• Flexibility to work outside of standard hours as needed.

• Opportunity to work in an outstanding historic venue with a friendly team
• Support for professional development and training
• Contribution to a charitable cause and community engagement

The Fitzrovia Chapel is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.