Global Events Operations Manager

Events Operations Manager
About Thursday
Thursday is the IRL dating app and the world's largest in-person singles movement. We believe the best connections happen face to face, not behind a screen, so every week, in cities across the globe, we bring thousands of singles together at events built for real chemistry.
From rooftop parties to wine tastings and themed nights, we are changing how people meet. We move fast, we pack a punch and we lead the charge in real-life dating. Now we need people who can help us take it further.
The role
We are looking for an Events Operations Manager to take charge of our events operation worldwide. You will lead our regional events managers and make sure every city is firing: the right number of events, brilliant venues and full rooms.
You will know how every city is performing and exactly what to do about it. If you love running a tight ship across lots of moving parts, and want your earnings tied to the results, this is your role.
Reports to
Chief Operating Officer
Location
UK-based, with flexible hours to cover teams in other time zones
Contract
Full time, permanent
What you will do
Lead the regional teams
Manage a team of regional events managers across several countries, with regular one-to-ones and performance reviews.
Review upcoming events before they go live, from venue and listing to pricing and staffing.
Spot events that are under-selling early and agree a plan to fix them.
Share what works in one city with the rest of the team, and suggest new venues, formats and dates.
Set clear targets for each city and hold the team to them.
Grow the business
Hire and onboard new regional managers as we expand.
Own the playbook for launching new cities and lead launches with the team.
Make sure every city keeps running smoothly through changes in the team.
Monitor spend and report
Set and manage marketing budgets for each city with our growth team and keep spend in line with revenue.
Keep our events planning accurate and up to date.
Report weekly to the leadership team on events, sales, profitability and issues.
What we are looking for
Essential
Experience running a multi-city operation or leading a remote or field-based team, ideally in events, hospitality or nightlife.
A track record of managing people to clear targets.
Commercial confidence: comfortable owning a budget and reading a P&L.
Highly organised, with strong attention to detail across many locations at once.
Clear, direct written and verbal communication.
Right to work in the UK.
Willing to work some early mornings and evenings to support teams in other time zones.
Desirable
Experience hiring and onboarding staff in other countries.
Hands-on experience with paid social advertising budgets.
Experience launching in new cities or markets.
A good understanding of social media and of running brand accounts, including Instagram and TikTok content.
What we offer
Base salary of £45,000 to £55,000, depending on experience.
Quarterly profit bonus on top, paid on the profit of the events you oversee, so your earnings grow as the business grows.
The chance to shape and scale an international events operation.
Can start straight away, but we can also be patient for the right candidate

Work arrangement
Yes