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East Molesey, Surrey
Senior Events Planner - Hampton Court Palace Our client are the independent charity that loves and looks after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. The palaces are the setting for the stories that shape us all, and they re bringing them to people in ways that mean more to them. They want everyone to find themselves in the spaces and stories they share. Home Palace: Hampton Court Palace Status: Established/Permanent Salary : £41,461 pa pro rata Days/Hours of work: Full Time (36 hours per week including evenings and weekends as and when the events schedule requires it) About the role and about you From weddings to corporate parties and charity galas, they need a Senior Events Planner to support the Events and Operations Manager and the wider Events team to maximise the commercial potential of Hampton Court Palace. Applicants should deliver consistent five-star service, managing and delivering client s expectations to ensure flawless coordination and execution of all events. You should be a strong leader who demonstrates a high level of customer service. Reporting into their Events Manager, this role is about communication as much as organisation. You will work to continually enhance and promote the reputation of them as a world class portfolio of event venues by providing event organisers, clients and guests with faultless support and facilities. You ll guide your portfolio of internal and external clients and suppliers through every aspect of the event planning process. Whether you re focusing on sales, organisational detail, financial documents (or anything in between) your contact will always have accurate information and ultimate confidence in your ability. You must be a self-starter and a quick learner 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 stake holders. Someone who can work well in a team environment, you ll also have excellent IT, communication, and interpersonal skills. You ll have proven experience of selling a venue and running events on an operational level. In-depth knowledge of the industry is essential and any knowledge of working within a heritage setting will stand you in good stead. Finally, you must be prepared to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as and when the events schedule requires it. Benefits include: • Hybrid working • Enhanced holiday entitlement • Generous Employers Pension Contributions (up to 11%) • Annual Pay reviews & Bonuses • Critical Illness Cover & Life Assurance • Family friendly policies and benefits • Staff discounts and membership to all palaces Please find further information in the attached job profile/person spec. Closing date: 19th January 2026 Teams screening: 26th/28th January 2026 Interviews: 5th/6th February 2026 You may also have experience in the following: Events Coordinator, Hospitality, Events Co-ordinator, Conference Manager, Events Assistant, Conference Producer, PR, Public Relations, Events Manager, Sales, Business Development Events Organiser, Events Assistant, Events Manager, Events Administrator, Marketing Assistant, Marketing Administrator, Events Management, etc REF-
Senior Events Planner - Hampton Court Palace Our client are the independent charity that loves and looks after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. The palaces are the setting for the stories that shape us all, and they re bringing them to people in ways that mean more to them. They want everyone to find themselves in the spaces and stories they share. Home Palace: Hampton Court Palace Status: Established/Permanent Salary : £41,461 pa pro rata Days/Hours of work: Full Time (36 hours per week including evenings and weekends as and when the events schedule requires it) About the role and about you From weddings to corporate parties and charity galas, they need a Senior Events Planner to support the Events and Operations Manager and the wider Events team to maximise the commercial potential of Hampton Court Palace. Applicants should deliver consistent five-star service, managing and delivering client s expectations to ensure flawless coordination and execution of all events. You should be a strong leader who demonstrates a high level of customer service. Reporting into their Events Manager, this role is about communication as much as organisation. You will work to continually enhance and promote the reputation of them as a world class portfolio of event venues by providing event organisers, clients and guests with faultless support and facilities. You ll guide your portfolio of internal and external clients and suppliers through every aspect of the event planning process. Whether you re focusing on sales, organisational detail, financial documents (or anything in between) your contact will always have accurate information and ultimate confidence in your ability. You must be a self-starter and a quick learner 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 stake holders. Someone who can work well in a team environment, you ll also have excellent IT, communication, and interpersonal skills. You ll have proven experience of selling a venue and running events on an operational level. In-depth knowledge of the industry is essential and any knowledge of working within a heritage setting will stand you in good stead. Finally, you must be prepared to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as and when the events schedule requires it. Benefits include: • Hybrid working • Enhanced holiday entitlement • Generous Employers Pension Contributions (up to 11%) • Annual Pay reviews & Bonuses • Critical Illness Cover & Life Assurance • Family friendly policies and benefits • Staff discounts and membership to all palaces Please find further information in the attached job profile/person spec. Closing date: 19th January 2026 Teams screening: 26th/28th January 2026 Interviews: 5th/6th February 2026 You may also have experience in the following: Events Coordinator, Hospitality, Events Co-ordinator, Conference Manager, Events Assistant, Conference Producer, PR, Public Relations, Events Manager, Sales, Business Development Events Organiser, Events Assistant, Events Manager, Events Administrator, Marketing Assistant, Marketing Administrator, Events Management, etc REF-
