Event Manager

About Legends Global

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 360-degree, data-driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences that resonate 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.

As the largest entertainment venue in the York region, York Barbican is where memorable moments come to life. Welcoming top‑tier music, comedy, sport and corporate events to the heart of the city and proudly hosting over 200 events and 130,000 visitors each year, it is a vital stage for touring artists and audiences alike.

The Events Manager is responsible for the planning, advancement, coordination, and successful delivery of a diverse programme of live events including concerts, comedy shows, sporting fixtures, conferences and corporate events. Working closely with promoters, tour representatives, event organisers, contractors and internal departments, the role ensures all events are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest operational and customer service standards. The Events Manager acts as Duty Manager during events, overseeing venue operations, managing event budgets and recharges, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, security and licensing requirements.

Hosting events is what we do best, and we want our people to experience that too – enjoy access to discounted tickets to unleash your superfan for all your favourites. You will work hard at Legends Global, but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days annual leave. We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst you’re contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy.

A healthy contribution of 5% Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list. Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield;
Legends Global will support with these unexpected costs. For you and any children. We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get you back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.

We are visionaries, both physically and metaphorically! When you join Legends Global you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require. Pedal your way to a greener, healthier commute—join our Cycle to Work scheme and turn every ride into a win for you and the planet. Great people know great people! Refer a friend through our Employee Referral Scheme and get rewarded for helping us build an amazing team.

• Lead the planning and advancement of allocated events at the venue.
• Act as the primary point of contact for promoters, event organisers, tour representatives and clients, providing guidance, coordinating event requirements and building strong professional relationships throughout the event lifecycle.
• Manage the operational delivery of events as Duty Manager, overseeing load-ins, event operations and load-outs while coordinating venue teams, contractors and production personnel to ensure successful execution.
• Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, security and compliance, producing and reviewing event-specific risk assessments and safety documentation and responding effectively to incidents and emergency situations.
• Manage event budgets, forecasts, expenditure and client recharges ensuring costs are controlled, accurately recorded and communicated to…