Event Manager

Job Summary

Company:
Cuffe and Taylor

Department:
Operations

Location:

Preston or London. Some travel required.

Reports to:

Senior Event Manager

Working Hours:

Full time, 09:00am - 17:00pm, 40 hours per week with extra weekend working throughout festival season onsite.

Job Type: Fixed term contract, 12 months

Cuffe & Taylor is one of the UK's leading live music, theatre and entertainment promoters, delivering major concerts, festivals and tours across the UK and internationally.

The company has worked with some of the world's biggest artists, including Diana Ross, Lionel Richie, Britney Spears, Kylie, Lewis Capaldi, Sam Fender, Stevie Wonder, Justin Timberlake, Noah Kahan, Alanis Morissette, Robbie Williams, Richard Ashcroft, Becky Hill, Biffy Clyro and Fatboy Slim.

Its extensive outdoor portfolio includes Lytham Festival, Blackweir, Live at Powderham, Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Live at The Piece Hall, Blenheim Palace Festival, Bedford Summer Sessions, Depot Live at Cardiff Castle, Forest Live and Live at Lincoln Castle.

Cuffe & Taylor also operates a successful UK and international theatre touring division, programming thousands of performances across live entertainment, podcasts, screen‑to‑stage adaptations and musical theatre. In 2023, its original production Hey Duggee - The Live Theatre Show won the Olivier Award for Best Family Show.

The Event Manager will be a key member of the Operations team, supporting the planning and delivery of festivals, concerts and tours. The role covers all aspects of event management, including operational planning, procurement, supplier and stakeholder management and budget control, while working closely with Finance, Marketing, Ticketing, Promoting and Production teams.

We are looking for someone with excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills who can manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced live events environment. Previous experience within event management, project management, event coordination or production coordination would be advantageous, particularly within live music, festivals, touring or large-scale outdoor events. Flexibility and a willingness to travel and work on site, including evenings and weekends during event periods, will be essential.

Cuffe & Taylor is made up of a diverse group of individuals, but we all share the same passion for putting our employees first. We have a fun atmosphere within the team, which helps us maintain an open, approachable department, which can partner and build genuinely authentic and valuable relationships. We are committed to working as a team and so support each other to achieve wins.

You may have prior experience involving, project management; local authority licensing department; licence compliance; event management; event coordination; health and safety.

• Detailed project management / planning experience
• Experience in budget management
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and tight deadlines
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office and Excel
• Extremely well organised and self‑motivated

• Procurement Management
• Event Management training
• SIA training
• Crowd Management training
• Experience with sustainability practices
• Experience in planning large scale events (5,000 people +)
• Experience in negotiation with suppliers
• Experience in liaison with local authorities
• Knowledge of live music industry and event management experience

The following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required to be a success

• Confidence to lead and manage
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• High level of integrity and discretion
• Flexibility

• Lead the planning, delivery and operational management of festivals, concerts and live events from initial planning through to on‑site delivery.
• Maintain regular communication with the Senior Event Manager and Director of Operation…..
• Manage event and festival budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting, tracking and cost control throughout the planning and delivery process.
• Procure, contract and manage event suppliers across a wide range of infrastructure and services, including stages, temporary structures, marquees, cabins, fencing, trackway, power, toilets, showers, catering, accommodation, Wi‑Fi, CCTV and signage.
• Procure, contract and oversee key operational services, including site management, health and safety, waste management, artist liaison, production management, traffic management, security and medical provision.
• Support the preparation and development of site plans, operational specifications, event management plans and health an