Dice & Destiny is one of the UK's fastest-growing tabletop gaming retailers and event organisers. We attend conventions across the UK, operate a large gaming venue in Canterbury, and work with leading publishers and brands across the hobby gaming industry.
We are looking for an Events & Operations Lead to help plan, deliver and grow our convention and events business.
This is a hands-on role for somebody who enjoys variety, takes ownership, and is just as comfortable helping unload a van as they are building relationships with partners and event organisers.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver conventions, exhibitions and external events.
- Organise travel, accommodation and event logistics.
- Lead event setup and breakdown.
- Coordinate volunteers and event staff.
- Drive company vehicles, including a Luton van.
- Manage event operations during live shows.
- Maintain relationships with partners and event organisers.
- Identify and evaluate new event opportunities.
- Support wider business operations when not actively preparing for events.
Essential Requirements
- Full UK driving licence.
- Confidence driving larger vehicles or willingness to learn.
- Comfortable working weekends and attending multi-day events.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
- Physically capable of loading and moving stock and equipment.
Desirable Experience
- Events, exhibitions or convention experience.
- Team leadership or volunteer coordination.
- Retail, hospitality or operations experience.
- Tabletop gaming industry knowledge.
What We Offer
- Flexible working pattern averaging 25-30 hours per week.
- Regular travel to events around the UK.
- Significant autonomy and responsibility.
- Opportunity to help shape a growing business.
- Staff discount.
- Potential for the role to become permanent.
Pay: £14.50-£16.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- In 250 words or less, tell us about a project, event or operation you have personally organised from start to finish.
Experience:
- leading staff or volunteers?: 1 year (preferred)
- organising events?: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- full UK driving licence (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
