Events Planner (Maternity Cover)

Historic Royal Palaces is the independent charity that looks after the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace, the Banqueting House, Kew Palace and Hillsborough Castle & Gardens.

Functions & Events
Kensington Palace
Temporary/Seasonal
£31,897 (pro rata)
Per Annum
Full time, 36 hours per week (working five days out of seven, which will include working some evenings, weekends, and bank holidays

10-month maternity cover with possibility to extend

Locations: Kensington Palace, Banqueting House, and Kew Palace

Historic Royal Palaces is the independent charity that looks after the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace, the Banqueting House, Kew Palace and Hillsborough Castle.  We are a team of people who love and look after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. We create space for spirits to stir and be stirred.

We are looking for a dedicated Event Planner to join a busy team working to maximise the commercial potential of Kensington Palace, The Banqueting House and Kew Palace. We are seeking an individual with passion and creativity for events in these unique venues.  

Focusing on sales, organisational detail, financial documents (or anything in between), your contact will always have accurate information and ultimate confidence in your ability.

Your attendance at events will be required as you will be responsible for ensuring all goes to plan and that all the client’s requirements are met.

This will involve evenings and weekends, bank holidays, along with early mornings and late evenings as and when the events schedule requires it.

Benefits include:

  • Enhanced holiday entitlement
  • Annual Pay reviews & Bonuses
  • Family friendly policies and benefits
  • Staff discounts and membership to all palaces

 

Closing date: 12th February 2023

Interviews: w/c 20th February 2023

You must be a self-starter with the ability to hit the ground running. Possessing the ability to work on your own initiative, you must be flexible and adaptable, with the ability to engage personably with all stakeholders. Someone who can work well in a team environment, you’ll also have excellent IT, communication, and interpersonal skills.

You will also have proven experience of selling a venue and running events on an operational level. In-depth knowledge of the industry is essential and an interest for British history is favourable.

Microsoft and database management skills will be required, along with experience of working with approved suppliers and using financial and diary systems such as Kinetix and E-fin.

Historic Royal Palaces is an equal opportunities employer and truly values a diverse workforce.  Applications are welcome from candidates regardless of their background.

Historic Royal Palaces is an equal opportunities employer and truly values a diverse workforce.  Applications are welcome from candidates regardless of their background.

This vacancy is closed to applications.