Head of Events

The Opportunity

Ready to lead from the front in one of the UK’s most exciting live event environments?

Everyman Driving Experiences is looking for a seasoned  Head of Events to take full ownership of our high-performance driving events operation across Southern UK locations. This is a senior leadership role with real impact — overseeing the delivery of more than 250 adrenaline-fuelled events each year across 24 venues.

Based at our flagship  Dunsfold facility (The Top Gear Track) , you’ll also need the flexibility to travel occasionally to our other locations across the UK to ensure consistency and excellence nationwide.

You’ll be responsible for building and leading a high-performing team, ensuring operational excellence, and driving both commercial success and exceptional customer experiences.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own the vision and delivery of all events across Southern locations, ensuring they are safe, professional, and commercially successful
• Lead large-scale operations , managing logistics, planning, and flawless on-site execution
• Oversee a freelance workforce of up to 500 staff , alongside developing and mentoring in-house Event Managers, staff coordinators and logistics support.
• Champion team culture , driving engagement, performance, and retention across all event staff
• Ensure best-in-class safety and quality standards across every event
• Operate as a key member of the senior leadership team , reporting directly to the CEO/Chairman
• Provide strategic insight to improve performance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in events management , including 2+ years in a senior leadership role
• Proven ability to  manage multiple large-scale events simultaneously across different locations
• Strong commercial awareness, including  budget management and financial accountability
• A  calm, resilient leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Passion for  building teams, developing people, and improving processes
• Exceptional  communication skills and attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Interest in  automotive or high-performance vehicles (highly desirable)

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary +  performance-based bonus
• Pension contributions
• Staff discounts on driving experiences and company events
• Regular company events and team activities
• A permanent, senior role with  clear progression opportunities
• The chance to work at our  brand-new Dunsfold HQ – The Top Gear Track
• A role within a  growing, ambitious, family-run business

Why Join Us?

This isn’t a typical events role. You’ll be at the heart of a unique, high-octane industry, leading large-scale experiences that customers never forget. If you’re ready to take ownership, build exceptional teams, and make a real impact — we want to hear from you.

Apply now and take the driver’s seat of your career.