Job Description

Job Title: Full-Time Wedding & Event Coordinator (MAT Leave Cover)

Location:

Matara, Kingscote Park, Gloucestershire

Salary/Hourly Rate:

Dependent on experience

Contract:

MAT leave cover, with potential to continue beyond the cover period

About Matara

Matara is a truly unique wedding and events venue set within 28 acres of stunning gardens, woodlands, and parkland. From our Grade II-listed Regency house and light-filled Hilarium to the meadows and peaceful cloistered courtyard, Matara offers couples exclusive use, creative freedom, and sustainable elegance for ceremonies, receptions, and weekend-long celebrations.

About the Role

As a full-time Wedding & Event Coordinator, you will be the friendly, knowledgeable point of contact for our couples, supporting them from their first enquiry right through to their wedding or event day. You'll play a key role in bringing each couple's vision to life, while ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes in collaboration with the wider Matara team.

We're looking for someone flexible, enthusiastic, and calm under pressure -- a reassuring presence who can juggle logistics while keeping the excitement and joy alive for our couples.

Due to the nature of the role, you will be expected to work (at most) every other weekend. Time off will be given during the following week.

This position is offered as MAT leave cover, with the potential for the role to continue after the MAT leave period, subject to business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the dedicated point of contact for couples, listening closely to their ideas and guiding them with warmth and clarity Work closely with our in-house teams (catering, grounds, housekeeping, accommodation) to ensure events come together seamlessly Create bespoke event plans, liaise with suppliers, and oversee the smooth running of events on-site Manage timelines, checklists, and documentation so couples feel confident everything is in safe hands Use strong office and admin skills (emails, spreadsheets, scheduling, file management) to stay organised Anticipate challenges and resolve issues before they arise Support occasional non-wedding tasks that help keep Matara running smoothly Take direction and feedback positively, with a willingness to learn and develop Be flexible with working hours, including some evenings and weekends

Who We're Looking For

Reliable:

You're dependable, punctual, and follow through on commitments

Flexible & Adaptable:

Comfortable shifting priorities when needed

Organised & Hard-working:

Calm under pressure and able to manage multiple moving parts

Strong Office Skills:

Confident with emails, spreadsheets, and general admin

Forward-Thinking:

Always planning one step ahead

Creative & Open-Minded:

Excited by couples' ideas and keen to help make them happen

Team Player:

Positive, collaborative, and enjoyable to work with

Receptive:

Open to feedback and learning new ways of working

Why Join Matara?

Be part of a stunning, award-winning venue known for warmth, authenticity, and creativity Play a key role in helping couples create celebrations that feel truly personal Work in an environment that values sustainability, imagination, and soulful celebration Enjoy the variety, buzz, and joy of event-led work within a supportive and friendly team

How to Apply

If you're passionate about creating memorable celebrations, highly organised, and like the idea of working somewhere beautiful and relaxed (with the occasional challenge thrown in), we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a short cover letter highlighting your relevant event and administrative experience to holly@matara.co.uk

The deadline for applications is 31st January.

Informal interviews will be held throughout February

, with the intention for the MAT leave cover to

commence from 16th March

.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 26,000.00-29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person