Head of Events Job, Gloucestershire

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 Were 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