Event Director (12-month Fixed Term Consultancy Contract)

Organisation: Aquatics GB
Salary: Project Fee £27,600
Location: The normal place of work will be an agreed AGB office, with regular travel required to the event venue(s), Aquatics GB offices and stakeholder meetings in advance of the competition and throughout event delivery.
Contract type: Fixed Term (Part time)
Closing date: 28 October 2026
Interview date: 12 November 2026
Job Description: Aquatics GB is proud to be hosting a major international aquatics event in 2027. We are assembling an experienced team to work alongside our core Events department and deliver a best-in-class event. We are now seeking an accomplished and dynamic Event Director to lead the planning and delivery of the event, setting its strategic direction and ensuring it is delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest professional standards. You will be accountable for meeting the requirements of Aquatics GB, our international federation, the venue and all key stakeholders.

You will bring significant senior-level experience of leading the planning and delivery of major sporting events, international competitions or other complex, large-scale events. You will also have a strong track record of leading multi-functional teams and managing substantial event budgets.
We are looking for a commercially astute leader with strong financial judgement and the ability to motivate teams to perform at their best. You will build and maintain effective working relationships and demonstrate excellent organisational, communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
Previous experience of working in aquatics or in Olympic/Paralympic sport would be advantageous.
How to apply: If you wish to apply for this role, please send via email/WeTransfer (free large file sending platform) a video recording of how your skills and experience meet the criteria for this position (3 minutes max) along with a CV or send via email a CV and covering letter (written) to peopledepartment@aquaticsgb.com. Job information can also be downloaded from our website https://www.britishswimming.org/members-resources/jobs-board/ Why do your skills and experience make you a strong fit for this role? Please note that our anonymous recruitment process applies to written applications only; video applications cannot be anonymised.

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Event Director (12-month Fixed Term Consultancy Contract)