Yorkshire CCC: Venue Operations Manager (Deadline – Nov 23)

We have an exciting opportunity within our Venue Operations Department as we look to recruit an experienced Venue Operations Manager to join our team.

The Venue Operations Department is a crucial part of The Yorkshire County Cricket Club, playing an integral role in the delivery of all matches and events held at Headingley Cricket Ground including International and Domestic Cricket matches. Regardless of the event, the Venue Operations Department ensures smooth delivery, whilst creating a safe, inclusive and enjoyable environment for those in attendance.

The Venue Operations Manager will lead the planning and delivery of fixtures, events and major matches at Headingley Cricket Ground and partnering out grounds. This role will also take responsibility for a number of key major matches /events throughout the season; implementing effective, integrated project planning, contract and budget management and match/event day delivery.

It is about the customer journey and the match experience, but it is also about compliance and project management.

You’ll love this job if:

• You have a passion for delivering the best, whilst establishing new benchmarks and standards.
• You are detail and outcome focused, with an eye for innovation and seeking efficient and cost-effective ways to deliver.
• You thrive under busy event environments, where you can problem solve on the spot, and have the ability to deliver in a real time pressured environment.
• You have a can-do attitude.

This role will also be required to work extended and flexible hours on occasion during times of peak activity, including weekends and public holidays. This is a year round role with peak activity during the cricket season (April – September).

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• At least 2 years experience of planning and delivering large events, preferably in the sport or entertainment industry.
• Demonstrable contract management experience
• Demonstrable project management experience
• Demonstrable ability to work under pressure, solve problems and demonstrate resourcefulness and initiative

For further information about the role and for further essential and desirable criteria, you can access the job description here.

Working at Yorkshire Cricket, you will benefit from the following:

• Health cash plan provider
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays which increases based on years of service
• Pension contributions
• Yorkshire County Cricket Club membership
• Access to employee assistance programmes
• Enhanced parental leave
• Volunteering leave
• Wellbeing and cultural leave

Yorkshire Cricket is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk. As part of that commitment, this post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Information about how we manage DBS checks can be found in our DBS Guidance

We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Should you have any questions regarding the vacancy or the different areas this role covers, do not hesitate to get into contact with us at [email protected].