The Venue Assistant/Duty Manager is an integral position within the team to contribute to the efficient coordination of front and back of house responsibilities, and the smooth day-to-day running of O2 Academy Brixton. You will be passionate about the entertainment industry and highly motivated to deliver an outstanding experience to all clients and customers.
Our Team
O2 Academy Brixton is a prestigious and internationally renowned venue, where our shows and events are as diverse as the individuals within it. The successful candidate will be contributing to managing, developing and motivating an innovative team to ensure high quality service, driving our inclusive culture to deliver the best possible programme of live entertainment for everyone, where collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.
About You
Passionate, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic about the music scene in the city
Experience in the live entertainment industry or venues
Excellent communication and diplomacy skills
Strong IT skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Self-motivated and results driven
Experience in supervisor role within the live entertainment or club sector is preferred
Works well under pressure
What We Need
Willing to learn all aspects of running a venue
Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task
Demonstrable supervision and motivation of others
Passionate and enthusiastic for the live events industry
Flexibility to work irregular hours (weekends/evenings/public holidays)
Willingness to build positive working relationships
A proactive organiser in problem-solving who can negotiate solutions
Show willingness and initiative to take on increased responsibilities to progress
What the Role Includes
Assist all departments of the venue with general admin
Working with each department to get a full understanding of what they do
Work collaboratively with the venue team and Company head office
Act as a point of contact and venue liaison for all contracted events and touring parties
Liaise with and maintain first-rate relationships with clients, partners and service providers
Ensure all paperwork and reporting is completed and professionally retained
Ensure compliance with health and safety standards by adhering to established procedures and best practices
Comply with all Company guidelines and working practices
Ensure the venue is maintained to the highest standards
To publicly represent the venue and Company in a professional manner
Duty manage events and programming to the highest standard
Contribute to the Company business objectives and commercial targets
Assist the general management team in event planning and risk assessment
Supervision and training of team members as required
Perform any additional tasks as reasonably required to support management and the organisation
Equal Opportunities
We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.
The Company
Academy Music Group (AMG) is the UK's leading owner and operator of live music and entertainment venues with award-winning credentials. Several of our historic theatres are unique institutions of British music and culture and our vision is to inspire artists and audiences by hosting unforgettable live performances.
AMG is part of Live Nation Entertainment which is the world's leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 21st May 2025.
We reserve the right to close applications at any time.
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