With a little over 300 days until the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games begins, the official recruiter for the Games – Gi Group UK – is recruiting for more than 50 roles in the venue management team.
Gi Group’s Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) Team is looking to recruit multiple venue operations coordinators and lead venue planners for the Birmingham 2022 venue management team.
These new roles will support the 14 competition venues that will host the Games, including Alexander Stadium, Arena Birmingham, Cannock Chase Forest, Coventry Stadium & Arena, Edgbaston Stadium, Lee Valley VeloPark, The NEC, Sandwell Aquatics Centre, Smithfield, St Nicholas Park, Sutton Park, University of Birmingham Squash and Hockey Centre, Victoria Park and West Park.
Lead venue planners will play a pivotal role in assisting the venue management team in the coordination and delivery of all phases of venue and event planning and are central to the management of operations and overall delivery of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Suitable candidates will have experience in planning and delivering venue and event operations with an understanding of delivering quality client service.
Detail-orientated individuals who have excellent communication skills and an ability to work on large and complex projects, will be a valuable addition to the team.
The full job description is available on the Birmingham 2022 recruitment website.
The venue operations coordinators will provide administrative support and day-to-day assistance to the
The ideal candidates will be proactive and organised with an ability to manage multiple work streams effectively and efficiently to meet deadlines and objectives. Those with experience within an administrative or support function, with a strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills, would be ideal for these roles.
The full job description is also available on the Birmingham 2022 recruitment website.
Paulo Canoa, CEO of Gi Group UK said: “Successful applicants will work at these iconic venues and play an integral role in the successful delivery of the Games while building transferable skills, collaborating with a large vibrant team and making lasting memories which should help them to accelerate their careers in the longer term.
“This vast recruitment process is in full swing as the countdown to the Games continues and we would love to speak with residents of the West Midlands that can bring their skills, expertise and knowledge to the dynamic Commonwealth Games team.”
Dominic Olliff, director of venue management and event services at Birmingham 2022, said: “My team plays a crucial role at Birmingham 2022 and is responsible for delivering safe, efficient and inspirational venues for the Games. Working on an international multi-sport event is an incredible opportunity, especially as the venues team is instrumental in the planning, testing and, of course, the delivery of this global event.
“The Venue Operations Coordinator and Lead Venue Planner roles are fantastic opportunities for those either just starting their career in events or a chance for those with previous experience and knowledge to build on what they have learnt in their career so far.
“If you’re up for a challenge and want a truly once in a lifetime experience at the heart of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, then these opportunities are for you.”
To find out more about these and other current vacancies, applicants should visit the website.
There they can also register interest to stay up to date and receive details of new roles when they are published online.
