Events Manager (9 months maternity cover) - London Events Manager (9 months maternity cover) 38,937.60 per annum London At Gather & Gather, we are known as one of the UK & Irelands most distinctive workplace catering experts, we are passionate about great food and great coffee and putting our employees and customers at the heart of everything that we do. We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and dedicated events manager to join our expanding events team at University College London – the second largest university in the UK. We operate a busy hospitality and events schedule throughout various campus of the university - everything from graduation parties, conferences, dinners, BBQs and other events. This is a fixed term 9 months maternity cover. Location: University College London Rate of pay: £38,937.60 per annum Working pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday Successful events manager candidates will be: - Friendly, engaging and with strong customer relationships skills - Organised and efficient in dealing with multiple enquiries, quotes and orders across various campus - Ensure that the client expectations of hospitality food and food service are consistently delivered and exceeded - Experienced in dealing with a wide range of diverse and high-profiled events, conducting regular client meetings and tastings - Leading full briefings to staff regarding events, detailing food and food service standards to ensure that the staff are fully aware of the client requirements and their role in the delivery - Have a passion for food, drinks and hospitality What's in it for you? Working with Gather & Gather has its perks People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities to keep you content. Great operational training and development Personal Development and Training opportunities – We are passionate about our team growing with us. Life assurance scheme Pension scheme Private medical Eye care A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance Family friendly support Regular social events and communication with our leaders A holiday purchase scheme Season ticket loans Volunteering days Professional subscriptions Recognition schemes and people awards Long service awards Access to some great high street discount vouchers Whilst working on the UCL contract there are also these additional benefits: 41 days paid leave (27 days annual leave 8 bank holidays 6 university closure days) 16% employers pension contribution Enhanced family friendly policies including maternity, paternity and adoption