General information
Reference
007895
Publication start date
19/12/2024
Job description
Heads of Departments
Post description
Head of Events Services
Vacancy details
Division
Events - Events
Title
Head of Events Services - UK Wide
Contract type
Permanent Full Time
Vacancy location
Location
United Kingdom, Scotland, Head Office
Location
WD24 7GP
Requester
Number of positions to be provided
1
Employment Details
Contract hours
42.50
About the role
The Role
Our Events Division combines the expertise of all GAP divisions to provide a one stop shop to supply the Events industry across the UK with all their equipment requirements. We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Events Services to lead the continued growth of the division, ensuring customer satisfaction whilst developing our people and introducing new products to the Group.
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will have full responsibility for ensuring the division meets annual sales and profit budgets. Liaising with the Events Operations Manager, you will identify and recruit the best people from the industry and ensure quality, availability, consistency and security of our product offering. You will have overall management responsibility for all Events personnel and ensure delivery of the company sales strategy both internally and externally
This is a UK-wide role and frequent travel and overnight stays will be an integral part of the role.
About You
Successful applicants should demonstrate the following:
• Significant experience working at a senior level within the industry with a real passion for delivery and customer satisfaction
• The ability to develop and sustain strong relationships with all stakeholders
• Proven track record of managing and developing a team to achieve income targets
• A flexible approach to working hours and the ability to independently problem solve with effective solutions
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead and influence others
• Strong IT, administration and time management skills
• Driving License (essential)
About Us
GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as profit share, loyalty holidays, a staff social fund. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.
Benefits include:
• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab, Eye Tests)
So, what next?
If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!
To apply, all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.
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