Location: LIMEKILN, Park Wood Lane, Eridge Road, East Sussex, TN6 2HQ

Salary: £30 - £33,000 dependant on experience

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 45

Closing Date: 30th November

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…

• Deliver an exceptional customer experience.

• Support the organisation, planning and delivery of client and internal events.

• Maintain excellent knowledge of the venue, facilities and services.

• Host engaging and impactful client viewings.

• Manage enquiries and bookings.

• Welcome and host clients, guests and suppliers.

• Coordinate with preferred caterers and suppliers to deliver seamless events.

• Follow event and office procedures.

• Attend training sessions and meetings, including off-site.

• Follow back-office administrative procedures.

• Adhere to emergency and Health & Safety procedures.

• Follow up on enquiries, deposits, planning queries, and provisional bookings.

• Monitor the shared inbox and answer telephone enquiries.

• Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers and registrars.

• Capture engaging content for social media.

• Support clients throughout their wedding/event planning process.

• Generate new sales leads and convert enquiries into bookings.

• Operationally deliver client and internal events to the highest standard and attention to detail.

• Uphold the presentation and overall appearance, ensuring the venue consistently reflects our brand values and standards.

About You

What we’re looking for…

• Proven experience in a similar position.

• Track record of delivering high-end, luxury events (preferred).

• Exceptional customer service, an exceptional eye for detail and real pride in delivering excellence for clients.

• Beverage / Bar knowledge and experience (preferred).

• Exceptional written, verbal and phone communication. • Solutions focused, you proactively seek creative solutions to problems and bring an engaging and ‘glass half full’ mindset.

• Comfortable working flexibly across all aspects of events, including weekends and evenings.

• A strong team player with great communication skills and an enthusiastic approach; you're well organised and punctual.

• Positive, professional, proactive and always bring your best self.

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 your CV and a covering letter to: careers@dearborn.studio