Venue Manager Organisation RunThrough Events Salary £34,000 - £38,000 Location Hersham, Walton-On-Thames Contract type Permanent (Full time) Closing date 30 April 2026 Job Description Job Title: Event Venues ManagerLocation: Hersham, Walton-on-Thames (KT12 3PW)Start date: ASAPJob Type: Full-timeSalary range: £34,000 - £38,000 + bonus schemeType of work: Office-based (Hybrid) & Travel for eventsRole OverviewA fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated and hard-working individual to join our venues team here at RunThrough! As a team, we strive to be excellent at what we do and have fun whilst doing so. We are always on the lookout for development opportunities, moments to grow, while helping our staff reach their potential.We are looking for a candidate to manage and support the delivery of cutting-edge and professional mass-participation running events. You’ll be involved in day-to-day event management which will include, but not be restricted to, event planning, venue management, and ensuring high-standards are maintained in relation to the preparation and delivery of events. Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain and develop relationships with venues, councils, traffic management contractors, etc.Project management of events and ensuring the delivery of them within budgetsCreate and update event management plans and risk assessmentsComplete relevant event applications, e.g. road closure applicationsEvent day delivery Assist with the line management of a small team of Operations staff.What We’re Looking ForPassionate about physical activity, the outdoors and runningInterest in trail running or experienced in supporting trail running eventsExcellent communication skills and a strong work ethicFull UK manual driving licence and willing to drive vansPrevious line management experienceAbility to work independently and remotely during the weekWilling to work weekends: early start, early finishExcellent organisation, communication and time management skillsKnowledge of the U.K running industry.BenefitsWe Love What We DoFree entry to any RunThrough race for you and your familyDeeply discounted race entries for your friends£70 race entry fund to participate in non RunThrough events£200 RunThrough Kit voucherWider partnership discountsRegular social group runs with the team in the great outdoorsFlexible working hours to fit around training and exerciseFree coaching app and discounted coaching sessions provided by our partners at RunThrough CoachFree tea, coffee and snacks in the officeWe Create SolutionsWe offer professional development opportunities to upskill you and expose you to new areas of the businessWe organise personal development opportunities through team building workshops, management training, guest speakers and much moreCycle 2 Work scheme for employees who would rather travel under their own steamWe Are There For Each Other25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysWe provide access to training that will help you to foster your relationships - mental health awareness, sign language, communication skills etcMonthly 121 welfare check ins with our HR manager in addition to your 121 sessions with your line managerA culture of compassion and camaraderie - we are all here to support each otherAccess to our wellbeing platformWe Build RelationshipsFree regular team socials with your regional teamsBi Annual full team socials with the whole RunThrough teamFree membership to the RunThrough Run Club - a place where you can meet and train with other members of the communityWe Are InnovatorsOpportunity to take on side projects in areas of personal interestMentorship from the senior and national leadership teams to develop leadership skillsOpportunities to travel overseas and work on some of our events in Central Europe and the Middle EastOpportunity to pitch and explore new venue ideas for running, trail and triathlon eventsHow to ApplyInterested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and suitability for the role to careers@runthrough.co.uk.RunThrough is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. How to apply Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and suitability for the role to careers@runthrough.co.uk Share X LinkedIn Email