Job Introduction
Event Manager
Location: Near Battersea Park Station, London
Reporting to: Head of Events
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: 48 hours per week
Salary: £45,000 per annum + Performance Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Are you a passionate and creative events professional ready to take ownership of standout events in a high-end, fast-paced environment?
Join Rocket, one of the UK’s leading premium catering and events companies, where excellence, innovation, and attention to detail define every experience we deliver.
About the Role
As an Event Manager, you'll be responsible for winning, planning, and delivering exceptional events across some of London's most prestigious venues. Based near Battersea Park Station, you’ll manage your own event portfolio from concept to execution — exceeding client expectations and driving business growth through creative proposals and premium service.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Client Relationships
Craft tailored, competitive proposals to secure new business
Host engaging client tastings that reflect Rocket’s high standards
Build long-term relationships to drive repeat bookings
Identify and convert new business opportunities aligned with company growth
Maintain strong, collaborative partnerships with key venues
Event Management
Own your events from initial enquiry to delivery
Collaborate with chefs and designers on bespoke menus and concepts
Attend client meetings and site visits to ensure readiness
Communicate requirements clearly across all departments
Oversee third-party suppliers to ensure consistency and quality
On-Site & Team Support
Represent Rocket at events, acting as a trusted client liaison
Deliver each event flawlessly, meeting the highest standards
Provide feedback to improve performance and maintain excellence
Support junior team development and large-scale events
Work with directors on business improvement initiatives
What We Offer
£45,000 salary plus performance bonus
Holiday allowance that grows with service
25% discount at Pocket Rocket
Free lunch at HQ
Regular social and wellbeing events
Employee referral bonus
Pension scheme
Eyecare allowance
Taxi policy for late event work
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace Healthcare
Gym & health club discounts
Free online learning resources
Financial wellbeing and salary finance support
Life assurance
Sharebuy scheme
Discounted UK hotel stays & partner venues
Partnered car scheme with Vauxhall
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Achievement of individual annual sales targets
Contribution to overall team sales goals
Delivery of events with minimum 38% gross profit margin
About You
You are:
An experienced and confident events professional
Commercially minded with a flair for creativity
Organised and detail-oriented with excellent communication skills
Passionate about food, hospitality, and delivering world-class service
Adaptable, proactive, and a strong team collaborator
About Us
As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.
Job Reference: com/2905/41230005/52741618/SU #Rocket
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!