Job Description

About the Venue:

We connect with up to 23,500 fans per show, Co-op Live continues to attract world-class talent and events, drawing comparisons to and surpassing the world's greatest live entertainment venues in show programming, sound, fan experience, premium hospitality, food and beverage, and more. The UK's largest live entertainment arena is driven by a dedicated team of music and live event lovers, passionate about offering every visitor, fan, artist, and partner an unrivalled experience, before, during and after every event, as well as giving back to our local community and our planet. Partnership is at our heart, with Co-op Live excelling through meaningful alliances with the likes of naming rights partner Co-op, united by a joint vision to be the very best. The first venue in the UK for owners and operators Oak View Group (OVG), Co-op Live spearheads expansion into Europe and rest of world, a jewel in the crown of a globally renowned portfolio.
Role Purpose:

We are looking for a casual Talent Acquisition Coordinator to join our People & Culture Team here at Co-op Live. This role will be working 2 days per week until December 2025.
Responsibilities:

As a Talent Acquisition Coordinator, you'll play a vital part in building the incredible team that makes our world-class events happen. From musicians and performers to operations and guest experience, you'll help us attract and secure the very best people across the live entertainment industry. You'll be the go-to for candidates, coordinating interviews and assessment centres, managing busy recruitment schedules around event calendars, and ensuring every applicant has a smooth and engaging experience. Working hand in hand with our Talent Acquisition Manager and hiring managers, you'll support everything from drafting job ads with a creative flair to organising large-scale recruitment days for event staff. You'll keep our systems and processes running seamlessly, provide accurate hiring reports, and make sure all compliance checks are in place, while also championing Co-op Live as an exciting place to build a career in live events.

Salary: 12.60ph

Please note this role is working 2 days a week onsite (Monday and Wednesdays) at our amazing Co-op Live Venue on the Etihad Campus.

We receive a high volume of interest in our casual opportunities at Co-op Live. As this position requires an immediate start, we may close the advert earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

In this fast-paced environment, your organisation, adaptability, and people skills will help us deliver unforgettable experiences, on and off the stage.

What we're looking for

Proven experience in recruitment, HR, or a similar coordination/administrative role. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence in dealing with candidates and hiring managers at all levels. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, particularly during peak event periods. High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in scheduling, documentation, and compliance checks. Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS), HR databases, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). A team player with a proactive and flexible approach to problem-solving. Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

A love for music and live events!

Why join us?

At Co-op Live, our vision is to be

the UK's best music venue - for fans, for artists, for everyone.

We believe that inclusivity drives creativity and innovation, and we're committed to building a workplace that celebrates diversity.
If you're ready to make a positive impact in live entertainment and help deliver unforgettable experiences for fans, we'd love to hear from you.

Our Inclusion Commitments

Our venue is for the fans, the artists, everyone! Attracting a diverse workforce which reflects our local community is what will make our venue the best music venue in the UK!

We understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our

people

, improves our

service

, and raises our

excellence

. We are committed to creating a great place to work amplifying voices from all different backgrounds. There is something for everyone at Co-op Live, come and get involved.

If you do require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to support your application, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need. We will consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the required skills necessary to fulfil the role.
Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work:

We recognise the importance of safeguarding, dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview.

If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the 'Eligibility to Work in the UK' requirements.