Job Description

Staffing Manager

Gloucester Unit Q2 Quadrant Distribution Ce, Quadrant Way, Hardwicke GL2 2RN
Full-time | Regular travel & weekend work required
16 per hour
Fixed Term Contract - 12 months.

Join Freemans Event Partners as a

Staffing Manager

, where you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring our events are delivered to the highest standard. You will lead staffing operations, recruiting, and coordinating event teams across the UK. Working closely with the Operations Event Manager, you'll forecast, recruit, and manage staffing plans that meet both budgetary and operational goals. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love events, and have a passion for people, this is your opportunity to shine.

Job Responsibilities

Forecast and plan staffing needs in collaboration with Event Operations. Manage end-to-end recruitment for events, including job adverts, interviews, and staff bookings. Build and maintain a talent pool of casual and regional event staff. Engage recruitment agencies when needed to meet staffing requirements. Ensure pre-event, onsite, and post-event communication is clear and effective. Monitor staff quality, adjust staffing levels to reduce costs, and resolve any on-site issues promptly. Oversee event-related budgets, including staffing, travel, uniform, and accommodation. Ensure compliance with legal and safety standards, including training and licensing. Produce accurate payroll data and performance reporting. Support, guide, and mentor Staffing Assistants. Represent the company at career fairs and college/university events. Coordinate logistics for staff, including transport, uniforms, and food. Promote sustainability in staffing operations and event delivery.

Job Requirements

Strong leadership and communication skills. Experience in recruitment or staffing within a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of Working Time Regulations. Excellent planning and organisational abilities. Competent with MS Office and database systems. Ability to mentor and motivate team members. Problem-solving mindset and adaptability.

Personal Attributes:

Confident, resilient, and professional. Calm under pressure and adaptable. Willingness to work irregular hours, travel, and stay away from home. Customer-focused with a passion for events. Positive, "muck in" attitude.

Job Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays. Company pension scheme, life cover, and employee assistance programme. Gym and retail discounts. Refer-a-friend bonus scheme. Fortnightly lunches, regular socials, and involvement in top UK festivals and sporting events.
Work in a collaborative, open, and honest team environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 14.00-16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Free parking
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Staffing Manager1