Job Description

About LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL
Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.
Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.
ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350+ iconic venues, stadiums, arenas, convention centres and theatres.
Our organisation is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our respect, integrity, and accountability values, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!
The Venue
Since opening its doors in 1997, the AO Arena has welcomed over 30 million guests and thousands of World-renowned artists. It has played a vital role in shaping Manchesters music scene and has supported artists from backrooms to the main stage. With its 3 50 million redevelopment, the new look of the AO Arena will attract more artists and fans for many years to come.
Made in Manchester, Made for Manchester.
About the Role
Our Events Crew role involves assisting the Events Technician and Events Managers in preparations for all concerts and events, ensuring a high standard of service is maintained and providing a safe environment for all clients and visitors to the Arena.
What we can offer
Hosting events is what we do best, and we want our People to experience that too- enjoy access to discounted tickets to unleash your superfan for all your favourites.
You will work hard at ASM, but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days annual leave
We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst youre contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy.
A healthy contribution of % Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list.
Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield, ASM will support these unexpected costs. For you and any children.
We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get you back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.
We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically! When you join ASM you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.
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Great people know great people! Refer a friend through our Employee Referral Scheme and get rewarded for helping us build an amazing team
Key Responsibilities:

• Build our stage system, lighting and sound barrier to varied dimensions based on show requirements
• Use our house drape system to create difference layouts for events
• Turn the Venue around (sometimes overnight) between Events and change the staging, draping, chair layout, dressing rooms and offices in a short time frame
• Communicate and help other Departments within the Arena
• Changing lounges and areas for conferences and meetings
• Setting up security infrastructure
• Basic maintenance tasks (training given as needed)
• Ad-hoc duties as requested by Supervisor to support the Events Team.

Full-on-the-job training will be given on the above. Please Note: This role will require heavy lifting, manual handling and a flexible shift pattern including evenings, weekends and overnight work.
We are looking for someone with:

• A passion for the events industry - Essential
• A willingness to learn and pick up new skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well as part of a small team

Recruitment Process Outlined:

• Assessment Centre at the AO Arena

Inclusive Workplace
At ASM Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. Theres never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.
We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.
If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We provide a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.
If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert before the closing date.