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    Operations Manager at the Sheldonian Theatre (Events and Visitor Experience)
    Estates Services, Any venue within the Oxford University Event Venues portfolio
    Do you love heritage venues and want to work in a tight-knit, supportive and friendly team?
    Oxford University Event Venues (OUEV) is offering an extraordinary opportunity within a truly unique venue.

    Located in Oxford's medieval city centre, the Sheldonian Theatre is a Grade 1 listed architectural jewel, designed by Sir Christopher Wren and completed in 1699.

    The principal ceremonial hall for Oxford University graduation ceremonies, it is also an exceptional venue for performances, film shoots, banquets and prestigious talks as well as a global building of interest.

    The Operations Manager role is a diverse, interesting and senior position which encompasses delivering all internal events, commercial venue hire and visitor experience within the Sheldonian Theatre.

    The role has responsibility for leading a dedicated team of staff, resource planning, high profile event management, business development and driving profitable growth.

    You will work closely with the Facilities Management team to meet standards of excellence in an operationally effective environment, keeping outstanding visitor experience and customer journey at the forefront.

    This is an exciting time to join the team as we expand the building's fledging visitor attraction business. The OUEV team coordinates events across a portfolio of distinctive Oxford University buildings.

    Whilst your focus will be the Sheldonian Theatre, you will also have the opportunity to broaden your experience by coordinating events in all the OUEV venues.

    Please note that the job title for the successful candidate will be the Event Venues Operations Manager.

    We are looking for someone with the skills, passion and initiative to grow and drive the commercial and visitor experience business forward whilst balancing the requirements of internal ceremonial events.

    You will have an operational background in events or performances, preferably in a heritage environment, with a knack for sales and building relationships.

    You will have experience in successfully recruiting, developing, motivating and managing a customer-focused team, including full-time roles and a pool of 25-30 variable hours.

    30 days of annual leave (excluding public holidays)


    • Hybrid working arrangements for a healthy work-life balance
    • Extensive personal and professional development opportunities
    • Generous family leave for pregnancy, adoption, paternity, and shared parental leave
    • Excellent contributory pension scheme for your financial future
    • Salary sacrifice scheme for additional savings
    • Cycle loan scheme to encourage sustainable commuting
    • Discounted bus and transit travel

    In addition, you will have access to a vibrant community with social groups and sports clubs, fostering an inclusive atmosphere.

    To apply for this position, please submit the following documents as part of your online application:


    • If you're ready to make your mark on Oxford's event landscape, we want to hear from you Visit our website at to learn more about OUEV and apply today to be part of our extraordinary journey.


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