Conference & Banqueting Operations Manager - SEC

Conference & Banqueting Operations Manager
Levy | Scottish Event Campus (SEC), Glasgow
Salary: £39,500 per annum

Levy is proud to deliver world‑class food and hospitality experiences at the Scottish Event Campus (SEC) – one of the UK’s most iconic live event and conference destinations. From international conferences and exhibitions to awards dinners and banquets, no two days are ever the same.

As Conference & Banqueting Operations Manager, you’ll take full ownership of the operational delivery of conferences, banquets and large‑scale events, ensuring every guest experience is seamless, professional and memorable.

You’ll work closely with sales, event planning, culinary teams and venue stakeholders, leading from the front and setting the standard for service excellence.

• Lead the end‑to‑end operational delivery of conference and banqueting events at the SEC
• Manage and motivate large, multi‑skilled teams in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Ensure all events are delivered to agreed specifications, timelines and budgets
• Maintain exceptional standards of service, presentation, health & safety and food hygiene
• Build strong relationships with clients, internal teams and key venue partners
• Oversee staff planning, rotas, training and on‑the‑day leadership
• Act as the senior operational presence during events, resolving issues proactively

• Proven experience in conference & banqueting or large‑scale events operations
• A confident, hands‑on leader with experience managing large teams
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Calm under pressure, with the ability to adapt quickly in a live‑event environment
• Passionate about hospitality, guest experience and operational excellence
• Experience in premium venues, arenas, stadia or convention centres is highly desirable

• Competitive salary of £39,500
• The opportunity to work at one of the UK’s leading event destinations
• Career progression within Levy and Compass Group
• Access to industry‑leading training and development
• A dynamic role where no two events are the same

If you thrive in a fast‑moving events environment and want to be part of a team delivering standout hospitality at some of the UK’s biggest events, we’d love to hear from you.