Company Benefits:

25 days annual leave rising to 26 after one year plus all UK bank holidays Free Onsite parking Free lunch when office based Potential home working options for part of the week Pension matching up to 7% Life Assurance cover if you are actively contributing to the personal pension plan and have joined at the first opportunity or within 12 months of becoming first eligible Private Medical Insurance funded by the company Great Learning and Development Employee Assistance Programme Dental, Cash Health and Holiday Buy flexible option Exclusive Discounts and many more great benefits

THE COMPANY: This established group and their venues are the go to for the UK’s largest corporate clients, exhibitions, and conferences as well as iconic sporting events and more. With over 750 events per year and as the busiest venue in the UK, don’t miss this opportunity to join the growing event production team. With a fantastic company culture, career progression opportunities, and a standout benefits package, this is a great time to join as a Senior Audio Visual Production Manager and further develop your career with an iconic brand. THE ROLE: With an ever‑expanding event calendar, there is now the opportunity for a Senior Audio Visual Production Manager to join the team to technically deliver both live and hybrid events for the venues within the group. As a Senior Audio Visual Production Manager you will lead the Event Production Managers in delivering technical elements of events and driving technical delivery forward. Ensure safety and financial standards are met. Provide technical services and maintain high service levels for all venues for the events. Responsibilities will include:

Lead the team to ensure operational excellence and client satisfaction. Allocate and manage PMs’ workloads for seamless event delivery. Evaluate events to ensure no compromise on client and delegate experience along with safety. Understand various event profiles and ensure their successful execution. Follow industry trends and suggest innovative event experiences. Accurately record and disseminate event information; manage Health & Safety documentation. Take a hands‑on role in delivering events and support team members. Support sales process which includes Sales, ancillary sales, and manage overall client satisfaction levels across production. Ensure compliance with statutory and company policies and oversee Health & Safety within events as well as department. Oversee event technical crew and staff hours within timelines and budgets for own events. Oversee cost management for staff hours, technical equipment, and production budgets for all events. Ensure accurate financial management, including cost checks, invoicing, forecasting, budgeting, and identifying upselling revenue opportunities. Plan and deliver technical elements for all events, balancing client, catering, and technical requirements. Upsell technical items and room theming to enhance production values. Review hall technical specifications annually and support sales teams in enhancing client experiences. Own health and safety within Production activities, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures and participate on Health & Safety Hazard walks and attend the Conventions Health & Safety Meeting.

This is an ideal opportunity for a Senior Audio Visual Production Manager looking to take the next step in their career within a fast‑paced and high‑profile environment. You will be joining a supportive, forward‑thinking team where your expertise will be highly valued and encouraged. THE CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will have previous Senior Audio Visual Production Management experience within either a venue or production company and will have worked on a broad range of events.

High Performance & Customer Satisfaction: Proven track record as a Senior Event Production Manager with consistent KPI scores and client satisfaction. Strong Communication & Financial Management: Excellent communication, attention to detail, and financial management skills, regularly challenging costs. Effective Leadership & Industry Expertise: Demonstrable leadership and technical management skills, with a deep understanding of event industry trends and technical equipment. Ideally within live events or conferences.

Experience with various event types (Corporate, Association, Banqueting, Political, VIP, Incentive, Exhibition, virtual/hybrid), ideally in a venue or production company. Skills to maximise revenue while meeting client needs. Problem‑solving abilities and forward‑thinking attitude, ability to work under pressure, strong organisation skills. Understanding of the AEV eGuide NEBOSH or IOSH health and safety qualifications (desirable). Working knowledge of AutoCAD / Qualification (desirable)

In return, they offer the opportunity to work with a close‑knit and sociable team with a host of great benefits including discounts, free lunches, health benefits, and more. VAC REF: DP/17380 #J-18808-Ljbffr