Venue Manager
The British Music Experience Closing date: Fri, 24 Apr 2026
- Full time
- £40k-£50k
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
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Operational Management
Lead the day-to-day operations of the British Music Experience, ensuring the venue runs efficiently and to the highest standards.
Manage all internal operations and external service providers to deliver a seamless visitor experience.
Business Planning and Performance
Work with the Executive Director to develop and deliver the annual business plan and budget.
Monitor performance across all departments, analysing financial, operational, and customer data to ensure business objectives are met.
People Management
Provide effective line management for the Visitor Experience Manager and AV Technician.
Support recruitment, induction, training, and performance reviews in collaboration with the Executive Director.
Promote a positive, collaborative, and inclusive workplace culture.
Health, Safety and Compliance
Lead on the management of Health & Safety, including maintaining up-to-date risk assessments and compliance documentation.
Customer Experience and Commercial Development
Oversee the customer feedback and complaints process, ensuring issues are handled promptly and effectively.
Monitor all commercial activities - including retail, ticketing, and events - to ensure they meet financial targets and business objectives.
Collection and Content Oversight
Work with the Collection & Public Programme Manager to oversee the display, maintenance, and periodic refresh of exhibition content.
Corporate Hospitality
Develop detailed event plans and provide hands-on support to event teams throughout execution.
Job Requirements
Essential Criteria
Proven experience in venue or operations management.
Demonstrated leadership experience with responsibility for managing staff and teams.
Strong financial and analytical skills, with experience managing budgets and achieving performance targets.
Confident user of IT systems and digital tools.
Desirable Criteria
Good knowledge of Liverpool's tourism, leisure, and events sectors.
Passion for and knowledge of British popular music history.
Experience in event management or within a museum, gallery, or visitor attraction setting.
Job Responsibilities
Core Competencies
Strategic, organised, and capable of delivering to agreed plans and priorities.
Self-motivated and able to work independently when required.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across teams.
Collaborative and supportive leadership style.
Analytical and solutions-focused approach to problem-solving.
Commitment to outstanding visitor experience
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Venue Manager
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Museums
- Role: Customer Service
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Fri, 24 Apr 2026
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Location:
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Job: Venue Manager
Job: Venue Manager
Organisation: The British Music Experience
Postcode: L3 1DS
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV along with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to: [email protected]
- Contact name: Recruitment Team
- Contact email: [email protected]
About The British Music Experience
The BME boasts an unrivalled collection of memorabilia, stage outfits, instruments, images and footage. It charts the beginnings, rise and influence of British pop from 1945 to the present day.
The Museum includes galleries, interactive zones, audio visual experiences and hologram performances. Guests can get hands-on in the Gibson Brands Interactive Studio by learning to play guitar, drums or keyboards. Café bar and shop on site.