PURPOSE

We have a hugely exciting opportunity for an Event Executive to join the Events & Special Projects team. The Event Executive will support the team to plan and deliver men’s and women’s international cricket, The Hundred and domestic cricket at iconic venues across England and Wales.  

Our aim is to continually deliver world class cricket for both the men’s and women’s game.  

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.

We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social.  It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.

The ECB wants cricket to be the most inclusive sport in England and Wales. The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.

OUR VALUES

• Stronger As One Team – We are stronger together. We allow for individual strengths and beliefs but head in the same direction. We respect, support and really listen to each other along the way.

• Push New Boundaries – We are bold, brave and curious. We challenge and don’t settle. We forge the future whilst remembering our roots.

• Be The Best In The Game – On & Off The Pitch – We train hard. We strive to be our best to help the team be the best. We celebrate our victories and learn from our let downs.

• Passion For Play – We are here to inspire & be inspired. We are serious about what we do, but don’t take ourselves seriously. We enjoy the journey and have fun.

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF

• You have a passion for delivering the best, whilst establishing new benchmarks and standards. 

• You are a clear communicator who can establish strong professional relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external and seeks to resolve any arising issues in line with wider objectives. 

• You are detailed and outcome focused always seeking efficient ways to deliver. 

• You thrive managing multiple projects in an exciting environment where no two days are alike. 

• You have an unshakeable can do attitude. 

YOU’LL BE DOING

• Supporting all areas of the Events & Special Projects Department including planning documentation, match day operations, logistics, commercial rights delivery, accreditation support and event presentation. 

• Supporting the event delivery team onsite at selected matches across the International and Domestic calendar in both men’s and women’s cricket. 

• Managing the distribution of event operations kit across multiple venues. 

• Co-ordinating the overall event logistics plan for the season across multiple venues. 

• Working with external stakeholders to manage key information for onsite deliveries, install and derigs.  

• Co-ordinating plans with commercial partners for match day requirements (hospitality/tickets).  

• Offering financial support for the wider team including budget management, raising POs and submitting invoices.  

• Leading by example, motivating, and supporting members of the Events Team throughout a busy season. 

YOU’LL HAVE

• An understanding of working in sporting events and experience of managing logistics.  

• Demonstrated organisational and administrative skills, with a strong attention to detail in the preparation of documents and reports; advanced Microsoft office skills are a necessity. 

• A proven ability to work with efficiency, flexibility, and good humour; understanding the ever-changing events environment which will include unsociable hours. 

• A team player approach - resourceful and possessing the ability to demonstrate initiative, still seeking advice or support when required. 

• Excellent people skills, with the ability to develop strong relationships.  

• Clear and effective decision-making skills, developing practical solutions within a budget conscious environment. 

• Project management skills with the ability to support multiple projects and prioritise for continual improvement.

YOU’LL RECEIVE

• Competitive salary

• Holiday - 25 days a year

• Volunteering – 2 days a year

• Pension - Non-contributory pension

• Private medical insurance

• Employee health cash-back plan

• Long-term sickness insurance

• Life assurance - four times your annual basic salary

• Enhanced family leave and pay

• OpenBlend - an innovative coaching and performance management tool

• People Academy - a range of programmes and initiatives to help you develop and reach your potential

• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice

• 30% Castore discount

• Cycle 2 Work Scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Preferential access to tickets to England and The Hundred games

• Opportunities to be a part of and be involved in our Employee Resource groups: Women in Cricket Employee Network, Race in Cricket Employee Network, Social Mobility in Cricket Employee Network, Cricketability Employee Network (formerly called the Disability in Cricket Employee Network) and LGBTQ+ Community in Cricket Employee Network