Event Coordinator

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Job Summary

This postholder is responsible for the successful delivery of the year-round programme of commercial events for Manchester Art Gallery, from conferences and small meetings to weddings, dinners, drinks receptions and more.

Job Description

Manchester Art Gallery Trading Company manages a range of events in our Grade I listed buildings, from conferences and small meetings to weddings, dinners, drinks receptions and more. Reporting to the Senior Events Manager, the Events Co-Ordinator is responsible for the successful delivery of the year-round programme of commercial events for Manchester Art Gallery.

The postholder will assist with the development of our commercial events strategy. They will also be responsible for the operational delivery of commercial events and for ensuring outstanding customer service at all times. The Events Co-Ordinator will ensure that events are run as successfully, safely and efficiently as possible to enhance the reputation of the gallery as an events venue and maximise opportunities for repeat business.

The Events Co-Ordinator will liaise closely with colleagues including Visitor Team, Operations, Catering, Learning, Curatorial and Development to maximise the opportunity to generate income for the gallery from all sources.

More details, including the full job description and person specification available on https://manchesterartgallery.org/about/jobs-opportunities/ – Manchester Art Gallery website.

Job Requirements

Essential

Should have experience in a similar role including demonstrable event sales, operations and marketing experience.
Highly motivated and outgoing individual ideally with experience of achieving sales and financial targets.
Ability to work comfortably with a wide range of clients and contractors.
Excellent customer care with the drive to exceed expectations.
Excellent verbal and written skills with attention detail.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to think creatively and anticipate, negotiate and solve problems to ensure the successful running of all venue hire spaces.
Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Excellent IT skills, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
Commitment to the gallery’s values.

Desirable

An interest or enthusiasm for art
Photography skills

Job Overview

Job Title: Event Coordinator
Salary: £25k-£30k
Hours:
Full time
Artform: Events
Role: Catering & Hospitality
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: Tue, 27 Jan 2026
Location:

North West

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Job: Event Coordinator

Organisation: Manchester Art Gallery

Postcode: M2 3JL

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