
Event Executive (6 months FTC)
England and Wales Cricket Board
- Team: Events
- Salary: £30,000
- Location: Lord's
- Closing: 9:14am, 25th Mar 2022 GMT
Perks and benefits
Healthcare
Life Insurance
Wellness programs
Employee Assistance Programme
Additional parental leave
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Professional development
Paid volunteer days
Salary sacrifice
Cycle to work scheme
Candidate happiness
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Job Description
PURPOSE
We have a hugely exciting opportunity for an Event Executive to join The Events team. The Event Executive will support managers jointly plan and deliver The Hundred across England and Wales.
The key aim being delivering world class cricket for both the men’s and women’s game.
The ECB is a fun and energising place to work, and The Events department is lively and full of talent.
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 know that Cricket is a force for good and makes an enduring impact on people’s lives. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social. It can help inclusion and social cohesion. It’s something for everyone to watch, play or enjoy, across genders, age, disability and diverse communities.
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 focussed 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
Working with the Senior Player and Event Manager on team and player aspects of The Hundred
Supporting all areas of the Events Department including planning documentation, teams, match day operations, logistics, commercial rights delivery, and event presentation
Supporting the team onsite at selected matches across The Hundred
Supporting the planning and delivery of key projects such as Content Gathering days, The Draft
Managing the distribution of kit across multiple venues
Coordinating plans with commercial partners for match day requirements
Offering financial support for the wider team including budget management, expenses, raising POs and submitting invoices
Managing and maintaining strong relationships with key ECB stakeholders
Co-ordinating the overall logistics plan for the season across multiple Venues
Working closely with the other internal ECB departments including The Hundred, commercial, ticketing and finance
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.
A proven ability to work with efficiency, flexibility, and good humour within a team
A clean and valid Driving Licence
YOU’LL RECEIVE
Competitive salary (pro-rated)
25 days’ holiday (pro-rated)
Private medical insurance
Non-contributory 8% pension
Free on-site gym
30% discount on New Balance items and 60% discount on Castore items
Life assurance
Removing bias from the hiring process
- Your application will be anonymously reviewed by our hiring team to ensure fairness
- You won't need a CV to apply to this job
Applications closed Fri 25th Mar 2022
Removing bias from the hiring process
- Your application will be anonymously reviewed by our hiring team to ensure fairness
- You won't need a CV to apply to this job
Applications closed Fri 25th Mar 2022