Event Manager - Kin House
Location: Kin House, Chippenham
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Salary: £34,000
Hours per week: 45
Closing Date: July 30th
About Dearborn Studio
Founded in 2015, Dearborn Studio has evolved into a collection of four distinctive properties, ranging from historic landmarks to contemporary builds. Each space has its own personality and story, yet all share the same values: Different by Design. Curated with Care. Always Agile. Built to Last.
Working with us
Our growth has never been about scale. It has always been about doing things properly, with intention, care and craft. We work collaboratively, take pride in what we do and show up with energy and purpose.
Our culture is grounded in creative thinking and genuine care for our spaces, our guests and each other. We look for candidates whose experience and mindset reflect these values and who want to contribute meaningfully to a growing business.
Our Spaces
Kin House, a Grade II*-listed manor thoughtfully restored and reimagined in collaboration with Barlow & Barlow.
Millbridge Court, a 19th-century house set in the village of Frensham on the Surrey-Hampshire border, blending heritage with a playful, contemporary spirit.
LIMEKILN, a lodge nestled within 60 acres of Sussex countryside and ancient woodland, with interiors by Red Deer.
Hyde House, a restored Victorian house and barn in the Cotswolds, minutes from Stow-on-the-Wold.
Bring your experience. Bring your ideas. Be yourself. We will support you every step of the way as we continue, together, to create spaces and moments that truly matter.
About the Role
What you’ll do…
We are looking for someone to take on a hybrid role spanning sales, planning and event delivery focused on the end-to-end client journey at Kin House.
Sales & Client Journey
Support the Dearborn Studios sales team with enquiries and client questions when required.
Act as a key contact for corporate event enquiries, responding promptly and professionally.
Support the conversion of short lead-time bookings including meetings, brand activations, and private corporate stays.
Assist with preparing proposals, pricing and upselling additional services.
Conduct viewings, site visits and client meetings, delivering a warm and engaging experience.
Build strong relationships with clients throughout their journey.
Event Production & Planning
Manage events end-to-end, from enquiry to post-event follow-up.
Produce clear and detailed event documentation for all departments.
Coordinate logistics including timelines, room allocations, and supplier requirements.
Work closely with clients to deliver tailored, high-quality experiences.
Ensure all final details are accurate, including invoicing and function sheets.
Supporting office management requirements when needed.
Operations & Delivery
Support and lead the on-the-day delivery of events, acting as a key point of contact for clients.
Collaborate with operations, kitchen, and housekeeping teams to ensure seamless execution.
Maintain the highest standards of venue presentation and guest experience.
Assist with supplier coordination, deliveries, and equipment management.
Be hands-on during events, supporting across departments when needed.
Team Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
Work closely with sales, producers and operations teams to ensure clear communication across all events.
Attend weekly meetings and contribute to planning and operational improvements.
Gather client feedback and support event reporting to drive continuous improvement.
Help streamline processes to support efficient delivery of short lead-time events.
About You
What we’re looking for…
You care for others as much as you care for yourself and role model this consistently.
2+ years’ experience in luxury hospitality, events or venue-based roles.
Experience in planning and delivering events, ideally including corporate clients.
Energised and fuelled by a fast paced environment, you’re resilient, and skilled at managing multiple and often competing priorities.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple events and administrative duties at once.
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and ability to work at pace.
Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
You hold yourself and others to a consistently high standard. You have an exceptional eye for detail and take real pride in delivering excellence for our clients.
A hands-on approach and willingness to support across all areas of event delivery.
Proficiency in MS Office and event planning tools.
A strong team player with great communication skills and an enthusiastic approach; you're well organised and punctual.
Comfortable working flexibly during the week and weekends, leading from the front and role modelling our values
Additional Information
What’s in it for you?
28 days annual leave, plus an extra day to celebrate your birthday, along with a £100 voucher to mark the occasion after 1 years’ service.
Enhanced family leave, subject to eligibility, to support you during life’s most important moments.
Digital GP access through Livi, providing convenient medical support when you need it.
Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential advice and support for you and your family.
Ongoing investment in your development through internal training and learning opportunities.
Internal career progression opportunities as our business continues to grow.
Inspire Experience Programme – curated hospitality experiences throughout the year designed to reward performance and give our teams first-hand exposure to exceptional service.
Pension scheme to help you plan for the future.
Cycle to Work scheme to spread the cost of a new bike while reducing your carbon footprint.
Access to high street discounts through Bright Exchange.
Generous employee referral scheme.
Social events to celebrate together as a team.
To apply please email careers@dearbornestates.co.uk with a CV and covering letter