Entertainment jobs in Lydd

ABOUT LYDDEN HILL

Lydden Hill is one of the UK's most historic motorsport venues, with a rich history and an exciting future ahead.

As we prepare to celebrate our 80th anniversary in 2027, we are entering an exciting period of growth, expansion and diversification. While motorsport remains at the heart of what we do, we are continually looking for new ways to develop our events, attract new audiences and make the most of our unique venue.

We're an ambitious, hands-on team that encourages new ideas, trying new things and learning as we go to find new opportunities and ways to grow.

As we look ahead to the next chapter of Lydden Hill, we're excited to welcome new people, fresh ideas and different perspectives to help us achieve our ambitions.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and commercially minded Events & Relationships Manager to join our growing team.

This is a newly created role with a real opportunity for the right person to make it their own, helping us develop our events, build relationships and identify new opportunities for growth.

The role will focus heavily on networking, relationship building and event development, particularly growing the content at our events and improving the overall experience for spectators, competitors and participants.

We're looking for someone who enjoys getting out, meeting people, looking after competitors, making connections and turning ideas into reality.

Many of our established events are supported by dedicated committees made up of people who are passionate about Lydden Hill and committed to helping us grow. A key part of this role will be managing these relationships, bringing people together and ensuring ideas are developed and delivered.

You'll also work closely with our Circuit Administrator and wider team to ensure events are well planned, prepared and delivered successfully.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who wants to grow with the business and play an important part in shaping the future of Lydden Hill.

The role will involve helping to develop and grow a variety of events across the Lydden Hill calendar, including Lydden Legend Festival, Rallysprints, Historics on the Hill, Lord of Lydden and the 5 Nations British Rallycross Championship.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Relationships & Networking

• Build and maintain strong relationships with competitors, drivers, riders, clubs, exhibitors, traders and other key contacts.
• Maintain regular communication with competitors and participants, particularly ahead of events, encouraging entries and attendance.
• Develop relationships with car clubs, motorcycle clubs, motorsport organisations and enthusiast groups.
• Attend relevant shows, meets, race meetings and industry events to represent Lydden Hill, promote our events and build new connections.
• Identify opportunities for partnerships, collaborations and new business.

Event Development & Growth

• Develop and grow the content of Lydden Hill events
• Attract and help organise displays, car and bike meets, breakfast meets, clubs, trade stands, entertainment and other attractions.
• Identify opportunities to increase attendance, participation and engagement.
• Explore new event concepts and opportunities to diversify the venue's offering.
• Review existing events and identify ways to improve and grow them year on year.

Event Committees

• Take responsibility for managing and supporting our event committees.
• Build positive relationships with committee members, keeping them engaged and involved.
• Organise and lead committee meetings, including preparing agendas and following up agreed actions.
• Work with committee members to develop new ideas and opportunities.
• Make the most of members' knowledge, experience and contacts to help grow events.

Event Planning & Readiness

• Work closely with the Circuit Administrator to maintain oversight of event preparations, ensuring agreed actions and arrangements are completed on time.

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for someone who is:

• Confident, outgoing and enjoys meeting people and building relationships.
• An excellent communicator who can engage with people from all backgrounds.
• Proactive, enthusiastic and full of ideas.
• Commercially minded with an understanding of what makes events successful.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Comfortable leading meetings, coordinating people and following up actions.
• Happy to attend events, shows and race meetings, including some evenings and weekends.
• Someone who sees opportunities, is willing to try new things and can turn ideas into action.
• Passionate about helping a growing business develop and succeed.

Knowledge and experience of motorsport, particularly rallying and rallycross, would be a significant advantage. Existing relationships and contacts within the motorsport or automotive industries would also be highly beneficial.

Above all, we're looking for the right personality: someone who is enthusiastic, approachable, motivated and genuinely excited about the opportunity to help Lydden Hill grow.

Salary will be dependent on experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person