Our client, a unique hospitality and lifestyle destination in the Cotswolds, renowned for its thoughtful design ethos, connection to nature, and curated guest experiences. The estate hosts a diverse programme of events, from workshops and brand experiences to private celebrations, press events, and high-level client bookings. This role offers the opportunity to play a central part in the creative and operational delivery of events within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Our client is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Events Lead to support the planning, coordination, and seamless delivery of both internal and external events across the estate. Working closely with food & beverage, housekeeping, estates, floristry, and marketing teams, you will help ensure every event is delivered with precision, care, and a calm, considered guest experience. The role combines event coordination, onsite leadership, logistics management, and cross-department collaboration — with a strong focus on quality, presentation, and operational excellence.
Location: Cotswolds-based estate (multi-site coordination across departments as required)
Salary: £37,275–£39,275 OTE (DOE), based on a 45-hour week including estimated service charge
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Hours: Flexibility required, including evenings and weekends depending on event schedule
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and coordinating internal and external events, ensuring all operational elements are in place
- Act as an on-the-day lead, overseeing timelines, team coordination, and guest experience
- Liaise with internal departments to ensure consistent delivery across the estate
- Communicate event briefs clearly, sharing updates and changes in real time
- Conduct site walk-throughs and prepare event spaces ahead of delivery
- Manage supplier arrivals and external contractor coordination where required
- Ensure event environments are styled and presented to the highest standards
- Support client communication with warm, professional guidance throughout planning
- Champion the client’s ethos across sustainability, service style, and guest experience
What We’re Looking For
- Exceptionally organised, with the ability to manage multiple moving parts under pressure
- Calm, confident, and solution-focused during live event delivery
- Strong communicator who thrives in collaborative environments
- Naturally warm, professional, and guest-focused
- Proactive and practical, comfortable with setup, styling, and hands-on operational tasks
- Flexible and adaptable, including availability for evenings and weekends
- Previous experience in events or hospitality operations (essential)
Hours, Pay & Benefits
- 45-hour working week (flexible schedule aligned to event operations)
- Competitive salaried package with service charge included in OTE
- Opportunity to work within a design-led, creative hospitality environment
- Exposure to high-profile events and meaningful guest experiences
- Supportive, collaborative, and values-driven team culture