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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Event Programming Manager 12m FTC - **Company:** Sodexo - **Location:** Slough, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £45,000.0 - £50,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Event-Driven Programming, Salesforce.Com, Yield Optimization - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2902034653-senior-event-programming-manager-12m-ftc ## About the Role * A strong track record of developing and delivering creative event programmes. * Experience working in a commercial events, cultural, entertainment or venue environment. * Excellent knowledge of the London events market and current audience trends. * A strong network of artists, suppliers, promoters, content providers and creative partners. * Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills. * Experience managing budgets, margins, revenue targets and event profitability. * Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to work across integrated client, venue and operational teams. * A creative, forward-thinking mindset with the ability to generate fresh and engaging programming ideas. * Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple events, suppliers and priorities. * A collaborative, people-focused approach and the ability to build positive, long-lasting relationships. * The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, make confident decisions and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders. * Flexibility to support events outside of standard office hours when required. * A genuine passion for creating memorable experiences and contributing to the growth of a new destination. ## Description Sodexo Live! is seeking a creative and commercially astute Senior Event Programming Manager - 12m FTC Maternity Cover to join the team at Fulham Pier, London's newest riverside destination. This is a unique opportunity to lead the development and delivery of a dynamic programme of ticketed events spanning culture, music, comedy, wellness, family, community, arts, learning and live entertainment. You will play a key role in continuing to establish Fulham Pier as a vibrant destination, driving audience growth, enhancing visitor experience and delivering strong commercial performance. Working in close partnership with the Fulham Pier team, Sodexo Live! colleagues, and a network of suppliers, artists, promoters brand partners, you will curate and deliver a diverse and engaging events calendar that supports the venue's strategic and commercial objectives. What You'll Do: Service & Guest Care * Develop and deliver the venue's overall creative programming strategy for ticketed events * Curate a diverse calendar of events including, but not limited to, live performances, cultural events, immersive experiences, talks, workshops, and brand activations * Foster a collaborative and inspiring team environment that motivates and encourages colleagues to engage and perform at their best Management skills: * Foster and maintain a strong relationship with Fulham Piers programming team, holding regular meetings to review successes, set targets, and establish the events schedule. * Deliver programming that drives revenue, ticket sales, and attendance targets * Work closely with commercial, marketing and partnerships teams to maximise event performance * Manage all aspects of artist/promoter/supplier relationships including negotiating fees, contracts, and commercial terms Financial management: * Deliver budgeted revenue, profit, and contribution targets across all event categories and venue spaces. * Maximise revenue opportunities and profitability through effective commercial management, strategic pricing, yield optimisation, and the use of venue management systems such as Priava, Salesforce and other revenue management tools. * Maintain a thorough understanding of venue operating costs, margins, and resource requirements to ensure all event proposals and contracts are commercially viable and profitable. * Produce accurate monthly revenue forecasts, proactively identifying risks and opportunities to budget performance. ## Related Videos - [Recruitment Reinvented: Bold strategies and the $10K signing incentive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1068-recruitment-reinvented-bold-strategies-and-the-10k-signing-incentive) - [Concurrency in Python](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/529-concurrency-in-python) - [Quantum Tech: Preparing for the Next Leap](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1693-quantum-tech-preparing-for-the-next-leap) - [Cat Herding with Lions and Tigers - Christian Heilmann](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1785-cat-herding-with-lions-and-tigers-christian-heilmann) - [Gentle Introduction to eBPF](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/789-gentle-introduction-to-ebpf) - [Introducing the W3C Web Sustainability Guidelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/991-introducing-the-w3c-web-sustainability-guidelines) ## Related Articles - [Why and How to Sponsor Developer Events](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/686-why-and-how-to-sponsor-developer-events) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Top HR Tech Conferences in 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/303-top-hr-tech-conferences-in-2024) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [10 Creative Workshop Ideas for Conferences](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/363-10-creative-workshop-ideas-for-conferences) - [The Best Co-Working Spaces in London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/296-the-best-co-working-spaces-in-london)