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Venue Manager

Job Posted: 13 days ago

Salary: £ 37,280 - 39,152 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lewes

Expire in: 15 days

Job Description

Venue Manager – Lewes Town Hall

Location: Lewes Town Hall, BA11 1EB

Salary: £37,280 – £39,152 (SCP 26–28)

Full-time, 37 hours per week Monday to Friday – including some evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays as required

Lewes is a historic county town with a strong civic identity, a rich cultural heritage and an active community life.  We’re recruiting an experienced and proactive Venue Manager to take day‑to‑day operational responsibility for Lewes Town Hall, a Grade II listed civic and community venue at the heart of the county town. The Town Hall hosts a wide range of activity including performances, community events, civic ceremonies and public meetings, and plays a central role in the life of Lewes.

You will lead the operational running of the building, ensuring it is safe, well‑maintained and consistently presented to a high standard. The role includes managing a small team, overseeing bookings and events, coordinating contractors, maintaining compliance and supporting the Council’s ambition to increase venue usage and community access.  This is a hands‑on operational role that requires evidence-based decision‑making, strong organisation and a commitment to high‑quality service.

About you

You will bring:

Experience in venue, facilities or building management that enables smooth operational delivery
Confidence in negotiating and influencing internal and external stakeholders
Strong people‑management skills
Health & Safety and risk‑management competence
Experience working with contractors and overseeing maintenance activity
Good financial awareness and the ability to support budget monitoring
Strong customer‑service skills, underpinned by active listening and a positive attitude
Strong organisational ability and the confidence to work independently
Flexibility to support evening and weekend activity when required
Experience with heritage buildings or in a local government environment is helpful but not essential.

Why apply?

This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who wants to make a visible difference in a historic civic setting. You’ll join a supportive team, benefit from the attractive Local Government Pension Scheme, and play a key part in ensuring Lewes Town Hall continues to serve residents, visitors and community groups.

How to apply

If you believe you are a suitable candidate and are interested in working for Lewes Town Council, please click apply in order to receive the full candidate pack and application form.

Closing date: 5pm, 19th April 2026

Interviews: 29th and/or 30th April 2026

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