Deputy Operations Manager

Circa £32,000pa D.O.E     

London        

35 hours per week      

This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Shows Division as Deputy Operations Manager at the London office in Vincent Square on RHS Flower Show Tatton Park with some responsibilities on RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

We are looking for a self-motivated event professional with experience in Operations on outdoor events (other relevant experience will be considered). Experience of managing Contractors and the ability to take responsibility for own budget lines is key as well as experience of managing a floorplan and delivering excellent customer experience.  

To be successful, you will need to have a proactive attitude and be a great communicator.

The Royal Horticultural Society has been the force behind gardening for more than 200 years. We believe everyone in every village, town and city should benefit from growing plants to enhance lives, build stronger, healthier, happier communities and create better places to live. We want to enrich everyone’s life through plants and make Britain a greener and more beautiful place.

Best known for our world famous Flower Shows and our Gardens, our charitable work is diverse and includes connecting millions of children with nature through the RHS Campaign for School Gardening, managing RHS Britain in Bloom, Europe’s largest community gardening campaign, and conducting pioneering horticultural science research.

The RHS provides a number of great benefits for employees including:

• Free access to all RHS Gardens, Shows and Libraries
• Employee discounts including airport parking, hotels, retail and gym membership
• 25 days holiday
• Monthly Garden Magazine and access to Horticultural advice

It’s never been more exciting time to join the Royal Horticultural Society. We are making a landmark £160 million investment in the future of horticulture over the next 10 years. This will allow us to bring the joy of gardening to millions more people and make some of the most significant and exciting changes in the history. Join us and be part of the history.

For more information on this post and to apply, please visit our website via the link and apply online.

Safeguarding and Inclusion

The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment.  We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.