Sales Event Planner - Charlton Athletic FC, London | Full-Time / 12-month fixed term contract
£35,000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.
We're looking for a motivated and passionate Event Planner to support the sales and business development across our exciting conference and events hospitality team at Charlton Athletic Football Club – an iconic stadium with a strong blend of heritage and community that offers the ideal environment for entertaining football and first-class food.
A creative thinker with a background in hospitality and events sales and a passion for sales will thrive in this exciting role!
We are Levy
We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet.
Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events, from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London, we bring experiences to life with passion and precision.
Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities.
We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations.
Event Planner - The role
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Supporting with the entire event sales process including customer communications, leading on venue show rounds, diary management, and administration including invoicing
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Acting as a friendly, positive, and professional point of contact for the conference and events hospitality sales team at Charlton Athletic FC
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Coordinating all event bookings in collaboration with the sales team
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Building and maintaining excellent relationships with clients, internal colleagues and customers
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Ensuring the highest standards of accurate and timely customer, staff and management information is shared
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Working with sales and venue colleagues to maximise revenue and actively promote the venue
What we're looking for
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Previous experience within a conference and events/hospitality environment
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Passionate about C&E, venue led sales, and hospitality events operations
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A calm and confident mindset, with a can-do attitude
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Excellent verbal and communication skills and strong decision making skills
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Strong organisational and administrative skills
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Knowledge of Gratis & Delphi or other booking systems is a bonus!
What you'll get in return
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Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits
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23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme
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Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
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Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
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Family benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 2 days? additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby?s first birthday, enhanced family leave
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Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships
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Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products
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Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways
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Meals on duty included
Why join us?
Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality.
We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.
Together, we create unforgettable experiences, and shape the future of hospitality.
Job Reference: com/2307/44927001/52822016/SU #Levy UK
