DP World Tour
Hospitality & Event Services Manager
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Hospitality & Event Services Manager
Location: Wentworth, Surrey (Head Office) & Tournament Locations
Contract: 12-month maternity cover
Who We Are
The European Tour group is one of the world’s pre-eminent golf organisations. We are responsible for running the world-famous DP World Tour, Staysure Legends Tour & HotelPlanner Tour. We also organise, alongside the PGA of America, golf’s greatest team contest - the Ryder Cup.
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Hospitality & Event Services Manager to join our Championship Management team on a 12-month fixed term basis. The successful candidate will play a key role in the ownership, planning and delivery of world-class tournament experiences. This role requires a confident leader who can manage complex projects, work with senior stakeholders and make critical operational decisions to deliver exceptional delivery at every touchpoint.
What you’ll be doing
- Leading the planning and delivery of hospitality and event services across our tournaments
- Managing Pro-Am events, guest communications and logistics
- Overseeing accommodation and transport for players, partners and stakeholders
- Designing and delivering premium hospitality experiences and facilities
- Leading catering operations across all user groups
- Managing fringe events such as gala dinners and receptions
- Building strong relationships with venues, partners and key stakeholders
- Driving volunteer programmes and event staffing
- Leading merchandise, ticketing and operational delivery
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What we’re looking for
- Demonstratable experience of leading large-scale events, ideally in international sport
- Strong project management and communication skills with high attention to detail
- Experience managing event budgets and negotiating with suppliers and venues
- The ability to influence and challenge stakeholders whilst building strong working relationships
- Confident working with senior partners and global brands
- A collaborative, proactive approach with a “one team” mindset
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Willingness to travel internationally for extended periods
- Experience of working within the professional golf environment is a plus
Why join us?
- Be part of delivering some of the world’s leading sporting events
- Work with high-profile partners and international stakeholders
- Gain exposure across all aspects of tournament operations
- Join a collaborative, passionate and high-performing team
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If you're ready to take your career on tour, we’d love to hear from you. The European Tour group promote diversity, equality, and inclusion. We ensure that we make employment decisions by matching our business needs with skills and experience of candidates, regardless of anything.
The European Tour group is one of the world's pre-eminent golf organisations. We organise and promote professional tournaments in over 30 countries each year across four Tours, as well as the biennial Ryder Cup - golf's greatest team contest.
Our History
Golf's global tour has been revolutionising the professional game since 1972.
The history of the DP World Tour - Articles - DP World Tour
For more information about the European Tour group visit our Careers website at: European Tour
If you have any questions, contact us at: recruitment@etghq.com
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