Head of Live Events

The Head of Live Events at Ministry of Sound will oversee all touring and event activities, driving new business in the live event market. Responsibilities include managing UK and international partnerships, setting sales targets, conducting competitor analysis, and overseeing marketing strategies. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in the live events industry and knowledge of the dance music scene, with a requirement for regular international travel.
The Role

You will manage all touring and event activity for Ministry of Sound and any related sub brands, driving new business initiatives in the live event market. You will lead on all UK and international event partnerships and secure new partners and sponsors.

Responsibilities

You will identify key opportunities for live business around the world,

developing and managing relationships with key UK and international clients

You will have your finger on the pulse, providing competitor analysis, identifying new and emerging trends and opportunities for Ministry of Sound to tap into new audiences

You will be great with numbers and set annual sales targets, managing all aspects of the licensed events budget including weekly forecasting and cost control

You will be experienced in building strong business cases and demonstrating rationale for proposals

In conjunction with the Marketing Manager, you will oversee all aspects of marketing activity including the development of all marketing assets and digital content strategies

You will monitor the quality of event execution and oversee the process of continual improvement

You will negotiate contracts and agreements with clients and suppliers

You will respond to, and / or advise on ad-hoc global and live requests

You will create clear, compelling presentations to formulate live projects

About You

You will have 5+ years of proven experience in the live music / festivals / events industry

You will have excellent knowledge of the dance music scene both in the UK and internationally

You will have the ability to travel oversees regularly