Event Manager

Event Manager

Legends Global (Europe)

Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality. We take a data‑driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences worldwide.

Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward‑thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win, we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

An exciting opportunity has become available to join our Events team at Utilita Arena Sheffield. As one of our Event Managers, you will be responsible for planning and delivering events by liaising with tour representatives and event organisers to ensure their event is delivered in a coordinated and safe manner. This is the perfect role for someone with experience of working on a mixed programme of events from a live entertainment venue, looking to grow their career with a global business and be part of a fantastic venue team.

This role is a 12‑month fixed‑term maternity contract.

Hosting events is what we do best, and we want our people to experience that too – you can enjoy access to discounted tickets for your favourites. You will have 25 days of annual leave and a Life Assurance policy. A pension contribution and Healthshield support for health costs are also provided. We work with AXA Health to give an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health support.

Eye‑care vouchers and a Cycle to Work scheme are offered, and our Employee Referral Scheme rewards those who help build an amazing team.

• Act as Duty Manager for events – leading the live delivery and managing front of house, security, stewards, hosts, medical teams, tech, ensuring a safe and successful event.
• Lead public safety during events – ensuring safety checks, logging occurrences, and upholding licensing conditions.
• Liaise with all internal venue departments – ensuring accurate information is shared for smooth event delivery.
• Provide promoters and organisers with venue information and manage them through planning to delivery – ensuring strong client service and clear communication.
• Ensure contractors, staff and supplies are booked on time, accurate and aligned with requirements – keeping events adequately resourced.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and relevant training – protecting staff, guests and the business.
• Be responsible for the administrative and practical preparation of events within the venue, including music shows, comedy, theatre events, conferences, exhibitions, dinners, meetings and parties.
• Ensure event costs are accurately tracked, recharged and approved.

• Experience working in an events‑based environment, ideally within a similar multi‑purpose space – foundational experience is essential.
• Excellent organisation and planning skills with the ability to work flexibly under pressure – central to managing multiple events and last‑minute changes.
• Strong people management skills – vital for leading casual staff, contractors and internal teams.
• High level of awareness of Health and Safety issues regarding venue management and event management – ensures compliance and safe delivery.
• Experience planning, designing and operating multiple event types (music, comedy, theatre, corporate etc.) – breadth of operational know‑how.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills – crucial for working with promoters, clients and internal stakeholders.

• 1st stage – Intro call with Talent Team.
• 2nd stage – Face‑to‑face meeting with Events Team.

Legends Global is committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster and more innovative digital future. We are an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by employees, customers and suppliers. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our employees, customers and suppliers. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements and are committed to active inclusion, diversity and equal opportunities.

We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.

If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.