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ROLE OVERVIEW:

The opportunity exists for a dynamic, motivated and experienced Assistant Event Director to join the 54 team, to oversee the delivery of major events on behalf of 54’s international client portfolio.

The role will initially focus on the company’s golf event portfolio (LIV Golf, Aramco Team Series, International Series), and be responsible for all aspects of Event delivery, including, rightsholder, partner and client liaison, budget and project management, production and logistics.

An understanding of the professional golf event ecosystem, its stakeholders, rightsholders and suppliers is an advantage but an ability to navigate and learn about the global golf environment is also sufficient for the role.

The events portfolio is expanding into new sports and territories. Experience in producing other major sports events is an advantage.

You must demonstrate extensive international event experience, strong personal motivation, innovate and forward-thinking practices, and be comfortable working remotely as well as at the Company’s Head Office in London. As a senior role in the 54 event division the candidate must have extensive project management experience, with a track record of delivering multiple events successfully within tight and competitive deadlines.

Tasked with delivering core aspects of the event, and supported by Senior 54 Management, the candidate must be comfortable managing a variety of relationships and have the ability to work in different cultures.

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KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as a senior delivery partner to the Event Director, sharing responsibility for the achievement of overarching event objectives.
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of event management standard operating procedures.
• Drive innovative and forward-thinking concepts to maximise commercial and partnership opportunities across projects.
• Lead the management and performance of suppliers, ensuring rigorous standards, quality control, and continuous improvement in delivery.
• Take ownership of detailed event budgets, forecasting and cost control, working closely with Event Directors to ensure financial discipline.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients on day-to-day delivery, timelines, and status reporting.
• Support and deputise for the Event Director in client, rights holder, stakeholder, and internal delivery calls, meetings, and workshops.
• Own the management and achievement of key client and project milestones, driving accountability across delivery teams.
• Work in close partnership with Marketing and Commercial teams to maximise opportunities for added value, activation quality, and revenue growth.
• Support negotiations and delivery of host venue and destination agreements, contracts, and operational requirements.
• Proactively engage specialists across the Events Division and wider 54 Group to secure new opportunities at the right time and with maximum impact.

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PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• Strong project management mindset with the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programmes.
• Highly innovative and creative, with the ability to translate ideas into commercially viable delivery solutions.
• Collegiate and collaborative working style, contributing positively to a high-performance team culture.
• Proven ability to identify, shape, and develop new commercial opportunities.
• Confident and credible communicator at senior and C-suite level.
• Outstanding listening skills, with the ability to translate client needs into bespoke, high-quality solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, influence, and motivate a wide range of stakeholders.
• Highly organised, with strong prioritisation and time-management skills.
• Acts as a role model for positive team behaviours, professionalism, and integrity.
• Ethical, hardworking, resilient, and highly goal oriented.
• Demonstrates gravitas, maturity, and strong presentational presence.
• Exceptional attention to detail and quality control.
• Passionate about sport, physical activity, and live events.

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SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED:

• Experience within an account management or client services team in an agency environment.
• Knowledge of the international sports and events industry (desirable).
• Proven track record managing key international accounts for high-profile brands.
• Strong understanding of brand, rights holder, and agency ecosystems.
• Advanced experience creating compelling, tailored presentation decks and proposals.
• Confident presenter to senior management and external clients.
• Highly competent in updating, managing, and reporting on live projects and new business pipelines.

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KPI’S AND GOAL SETTING:

• (Metrics to be defined by Line Manager and aligned to specific event delivery objectives and promoter KPIs.)
• Delivery of agreed event objectives, milestones, and quality standards.

Positive development in:

• Team leadership and people management capability
• Professionalism and senior presence within the Events team
• Stakeholder and client relationship management
• Personal drive to improve individual performance and the performance of the wider Events Division
• Active participation in 54 company events, initiatives, and culture-building activities.

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SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Discretionary Company Bonus – up to 8% - 3% Company & 5% Individual
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rated & Birthday off
• Increased annual leave with years of service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Private Healthcare
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Staff clothing
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The opportunity exists for a dynamic, motivated and experienced Event Operations Director with experience in Golf Events to join the 54 team, to oversee, lead and grow the Event Operations team regionally and to support the company’s growing international portfolio of professional events.

The candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the Operational delivery, including, rightsholder, partner and client liaison, budget and project management, operations, production and logistics.

An understanding of the professional sports event ecosystem specifically within Golf, its stakeholders, rightsholders and suppliers is an advantage but an ability to navigate and learn about the global events environment is also sufficient for the role. The events portfolio is expanding into new sports and territories and therefore, experience in producing a wide range of major sports events is an advantage.

The desired candidate must boast extensive international event experience, strong personal motivation, demonstrate innovate and forward-thinking practices, and be comfortable working remotely as well as at the Company’s Offices. As a senior role in the 54 events division, the candidate must have extensive project management experience, with a track record of delivering multiple events successfully within tight and competitive deadlines. The candidate must be comfortable managing a variety of relationships and have the ability to travel and work in a variety of different environments and cultures.

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KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy & Planning

• Create and review key operational planning documents to ensure smooth and successful implementation and delivery across multiple projects
• Design, implement and evaluate standard operating procedures (SOPs) relating to operational event delivery for continuous improvement
• Future planning and manage human resource within Operations across all events regionally
• Liaise with Event Directors and other key internal stakeholders to ensure SOPs are fit for purpose
• Management and review of the event delivery budgets across the event portfolio
• Liaise with internal legal and HR teams, and external H&S consultants to maintain best practice in insurance, legal and health and safety across international event portfolio
• Collaborate effectively with Procurement Manager and international Operations Directors to deliver cost efficiencies and high quality of product or service across events
• Support across supplier negotiations, requirements, and services
• Keep up to date with the latest innovations in event operations

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Leadership & Co-ordination

• Be an excellent communicator and team player
• Liaise regularly with other departments to ensure alignment
• Contribute regularly, provide good insights and support in event planning meetings
• Encourage and develop best-practice across the business
• Always create a positive team culture, providing support where required and creating clear development pathways for team members
• Lead a team of skilled professionals to deliver a wide range of activities ensuring high standards
• Act as a mentor, coach and support network for immediate and extended teams
• Must be willing to travel to oversee and/or support on international events - circa 16 weeks

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Operational Delivery

• Create and review key operational planning documents to ensure smooth and successful implementation and delivery across multiple projects
• Implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) relating to operational event delivery as required to ensure the event operates within 54’s Global Event

Operations Framework

• Own & lead on event operations delivery and execution of specific allocated events
• Oversee the build, design and usage of key operational documents including CAD Plans, Operational
• Schedules, Budgets and Logistics plans in line with 54 Event Operational standards
• Implement, oversee and operate at all times according to the Event Operations Safey & Risk
• Management System and within 54’s Event Operations Risk

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Management Standards

• Conduct regular meetings within the operations team on the event ensuring all key areas and specialties are aligned and delivering as required
• Act as a subject matter expert or key expert across the range of event operations services including site & infrastructure, site services, technical production, safety and risk, branding and signage and/or general support services
• Oversee and lead safe operations onsite, ensure the highest safety & security standards are adhered to at all times and that work is always conducted in a safe manner
• Drive world class, event operations standards in all aspects of delivery
• Proactively monitor, prosecute and report on event delivery, working with the Head of Event Operations to remedy issues before they occur.

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Monitoring & Evaluation

• Concise updates to the Head of Event Operations, the leadership team and stakeholders in a timely manner about event delivery and status
• Ensure project management tools are used consistently and effectively at all times
• Produce clear and concise reports for senior management and client review in a timely manner.
• Including but not limited to budget reports, resourcing and post event reporting

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SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/APTITUDES NEEDED:

• Be an excellent communicator and team player
• Have a passion for sport
• Accountable and a problem solver
• Respectful towards others
• Promotes trust and respect within the team
• Leads by example
• Flexible and adaptable
• Collaborative and a good contributor in a team setting
• Innovative thinker
• Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Strong understanding of managing budgets and conducting RFP’s & RFQ’s
• Comfortable talking to stakeholders at all levels
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency of AutoCAD would be an advantage

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SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• 33 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rated
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 Sunday to Thursday with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00

ROLE OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a proactive and strategic HR Business Partner to provide expert support to managers and the leadership team. The role combines end-to-end HR business partnering with the design and delivery of impactful learning & development programs across the organisation. You will play a key role in driving performance, engagement, cultural initiatives, and talent development.

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KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with managers and leaders on HR strategy, employee relations, and performance management
• Lead workforce planning, organisational design, and team structuring initiatives
• Support salary reviews, benchmarking, and performance development cycles
• Drive D&I, engagement, and culture initiatives
• Design and deliver learning programs, management training, coaching, and development interventions
• Track training budgets, assess impact, and provide analytics to guide decision-making

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SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/APTITUDES NEEDED:

• Strong HR business partnering and employee relations experience
• Proven experience in designing and delivering management and leadership training programs
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

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Desirable:

• Exposure to TUPE, M&A, or international HR practices
• Analytical mindset with experience in HR reporting and people metrics
• LMS/e-learning experience, coaching certification, and succession planning

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SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Discretionary Company Bonus – up to 8% - 3% Company & 5% Individual
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rated & Birthday off
• Increased annual leave with years of service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Private Healthcare
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Staff clothing
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00

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ROLE OVERVIEW:

This hybrid role combines Partner Management and Project Management, supporting smooth IT operations, strong partner relationships, and the successful delivery of technology initiatives across the 54 Group.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external IT partners to ensure operational alignment, effective communication, and high‑quality project execution. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, process‑driven, and eager to grow within IT operations, vendor management, and project delivery.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Partner Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for external IT support partners, ensuring service levels and performance standards are consistently met.
• Act as the main liaison for the service desk and coordinate issue escalation.
• Maintain and evolve operational documents, including RACI matrices, workflows, and process documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure clear communication, accurate requirements, and operational alignment.
• Maintain and document workflows in line with ITIL best practices.
• Monitor endpoint security, MFA and SSO adoption, and overall compliance with IT policies.

Project Management

• Oversee IT project timelines, budgets, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful execution of programmes and initiatives.
• Support project teams and stakeholders in managing complex technical projects, ensuring deadlines and expectations are met.
• Evaluate vendor performance, identify improvement opportunities, and provide structured, data‑driven recommendations.
• Prepare and escalate critical issues to senior leadership with clear updates, risks, and proposed solutions.
• Drive innovation and lead new technology initiatives.

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SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Proven experience in account management, vendor management, or partner relationship management.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to document and maintain processes effectively.
• Knowledge of ITIL frameworks and IT operational processes.
• Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft administration portals, ServiceNow, or similar systems.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proactive, collaborative, and detail‑oriented with a hands‑on approach to challenges.
• Experience of managing IT budgets.

Preferred (not required)

• Basic understanding of databases and core IT operations.
• Experience with SaaS (e.g. CRMs, Project Management platforms, DAMs).
• Exposure to Lean Six Sigma or other process‑improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to support technical project activities.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Discretionary Company Bonus – up to 8% - 3% Company & 5% Individual
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rated
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Private Healthcare
• Staff Clothing
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00

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ROLE OVERVIEW:

We are looking for a dynamic Senior Graphic Designer to join our marketing team and elevate our brand’s visual communication strategy. From concept to execution, you will design assets that align with our brand identity and resonate with target audiences. Your work will play a critical role in driving engagement across digital campaigns, social media platforms, and print materials, helping us achieve our marketing goals with creativity and precision.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Visual content creation:

• Lead the creation of high-quality visual content across all service areas, including marketing campaigns, events, and strategic advisory presentations.
• Develop strong visual concepts and design systems that translate strategic ideas into compelling creative outputs.
• Take ownership of complex design deliverables, ensuring consistency, creativity, and excellence from concept to final execution.

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Brand development and visual consistency:

• Ensure all design outputs strictly align with client branding guidelines while elevating brand aesthetics through creative solutions.
• Actively contribute to brand development by proposing innovative visual directions that strengthen brand identity and market positioning.
• Maintain and enhance visual consistency across all touchpoints, including digital assets, print materials, presentations, merchandise, and event signage.

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Presentation & Strategic Design:

• Design visually compelling and well-structured presentations (Pitch, PowerPoint / PPTX), with strong storytelling, layout hierarchy, and aesthetic coherence.
• Translate complex ideas, strategies, and data into clear, engaging, and professional visual presentations for internal teams and clients.

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Promotional, digital, and video content:

• Work closely with the Marketing team to design promotional content, such as banners, posters, and motion graphics, that drive audience engagement.
• Take a senior role in video editing and content adaptation using available client footage, ensuring strong pacing, storytelling, and visual quality.
• Prioritize candidates with strong video editing capabilities and a solid understanding of motion, rhythm, and visual narrative.

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Market and audience research:

• Stay updated on market trends in sports, entertainment, and lifestyle to deliver relevant, modern, and audience-driven designs.
• Proactively propose creative ideas and visual approaches that enhance campaign effectiveness and audience engagement.

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Photography and video production:

• Oversee photography and video shoots for campaigns, events, and other projects when required.
• Supervise production quality, ensuring all visual outputs meet creative standards and project objectives.

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Other tasks assigned by [Strategy Account Manager].

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SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in graphic design, preferably in marketing, sports, or entertainment industries.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Experience with motion graphics and video editing using tools such as After Effects or Premiere Pro is highly preferred.
• Proven experience in designing presentations (PPTX) with strong visual storytelling and aesthetic sensibility.
• Solid experience in designing for digital platforms, including social media, web, and email marketing.
• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, and layout design principles.
• Ability to translate complex ideas and strategies into visually compelling designs aligned with marketing objectives.
• Knowledge of print design, prepress, and production processes is a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with international teams.
• Proficiency in English

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SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

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ABOUT ION 54:

ION 54 is an integrated golf platform within the 54 Group, designed to connect every stage of the golf lifecycle – from strategy and investment through to development, operations, marketing and long-term performance. Operating across 54’s global network of offices in the United Kingdom, Europe, MENA, APAC and the United States, ION 54 works with investors, developers, destinations, private clubs, rights holders and governing bodies who share a belief in golf’s long-term global growth and potential.

ION 54 brings together six specialist disciplines into a single delivery model: Strategic Advisory, Sustainability, Marketing & Creative, Agronomy, Pre-Opening & Club Management, and Sales & Tourism. By integrating expertise across the golf value chain, ION 54 supports the planning, development, commercialisation and operation of golf assets, ensuring projects are aligned from investment decision through to long-term operational success.

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THE ROLE:

ION 54 is looking for a Social Media Manager with a genuine passion for golf to join the team in London.

This role is ideal for someone who understands the culture, audiences and commercial landscape of golf and can translate that insight into engaging digital storytelling and high-performing social media campaigns.

You will play a central role in planning, managing and growing social media channels for clients across the golf ecosystem - creating content strategies, delivering campaigns and analysing performance to continually optimise results.

Working closely with the Marketing Director and creative teams, you will help shape how some of the most prestigious and innovative organisations in golf communicate with their audiences across platforms including Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys both creative and analytical thinking and who wants to build their career within one of the fastest growing companies in the golf industry.

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KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Key Responsibilities

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Social Media Strategy & Management

• Manage and grow client social media channels across key platforms
• Plan and deliver social media campaigns aligned with client marketing strategies
• Write compelling platform-specific copy and oversee day-to-day channel activity
• Manage paid social media campaigns and optimise performance
• Ensure all content aligns with brand positioning and audience expectations within golf

Content Planning & Development

• Develop and manage strategic content calendars across multiple clients
• Collaborate with internal creative teams to produce engaging digital content including video, graphics and animations
• Contribute ideas for innovative social media storytelling that resonates with golf audiences

Performance & Insight

• Monitor campaign performance across platforms using analytics tools
• Produce regular performance reports and insights for internal teams and clients
• Use data to refine strategies and improve engagement, reach and conversion

Client Collaboration

• Maintain strong working relationships with clients and key stakeholders
• Provide clear updates on campaign progress, results and upcoming initiatives
• Support client meetings and contribute to ongoing marketing planning

Partner & Commercial Integration

• Work with commercial and partnership teams to ensure sponsors and partners are effectively integrated within social media activity
• Consider partner objectives, audiences and tone of voice when planning content

Industry Awareness

• Maintain a strong understanding of developments within golf, including tournaments, players, governing bodies, brands and fan culture
• Stay up to date with emerging digital trends and platform innovations

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SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/APTITUDES NEEDED:

• 3+ years’ experience managing social media campaigns, ideally within sport, media or lifestyle sectors
• Strong knowledge of golf and the global golf industry is essential
• Experience managing and growing social media channels across Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn
• Strong copywriting skills and an understanding of platform-specific tone and content formats
• Experience managing paid social campaigns
• Confidence analysing performance data and producing clear reporting insights
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Creative thinker with a strong eye for digital storytelling
• A proactive, collaborative mindset

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SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Discretionary Company Bonus – up to 8% - 3% Company & 5% Individual
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays), pro-rated & Birthday off
• Increased annual leave with years of service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Private Healthcare
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Staff clothing
• Working hours will be from 09.00 to 17.30 with an hour taken for lunch between 12.00 and 14.00