At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars driven by seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton and rising star George Russell.
To be a part of our team, it does not matter whether you already have an interest in motorsport or not: we are looking for people who are passionate about reaching their full potential and are excited about constantly learning. We are highly focused on equal opportunities and pride ourselves on our strong, inclusive values and culture.
A vacancy has arisen for a Trackside Hospitality Manager for the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team. Reporting to the Head of Hospitality and Events, you will manage significant elements of the trackside hospitality operations for the team. You will be responsible for planning and delivering a first-class hospitality programme and seamless end to end guest experience.
The role:
- Planning and delivery of the Paddock and Paddock Club / Club Suite programme at F1 races
- Daily management of Partner and VIP guest hospitality requests and programmes
- Welcoming and hosting guests over a race weekend
- Working collaboratively with other team departments to arrange the hospitality build across the globe, ensuring brand standards are continuously met
- Scheduling and resource management
- Administration, ticketing, gifting, and logistics management
- Daily management of suppliers, caterers, and support services
- Budget management, raising purchase orders and invoicing as required across some races
- Maintain excellent working relationships with hospitality team, wider colleagues, Partners, industry stakeholders and suppliers
What we are looking for:
- You ideally have proven experience of working in a motorsport hospitality environment and have relevant business and hospitality related skills and qualifications
- You are motivated to deliver an exceptional guest experience and be friendly and approachable in manner. In addition, you will have first-class organisational and time management skills. A sound attention to detail is also necessary.
- You thrive on working in a fast-paced, busy environment.
- You possess excellent communication skills, have high levels of drive and be able to make decisions within a pressurised environment.
- Flexibility in hours and approach is required, along with the ability to work under minimum supervision with a "can do" team attitude.
- You will undertake extensive race travel but not be expected to undertake attendance at all races.
- You have experience managing a team
What we offer:
At the heart of our performance are our people. Every member of our team has a voice and plays their part in contributing to our successes on and off the racetrack. We take pride in creating an innovative, collaborative and high-performance culture where all of our team members are respected, empowered and valued.
Through our Accelerate 25 programme, we are continuously working to make our team even more diverse and inclusive. We welcome applications from all and are committed to attracting, recruiting and retaining the most talented individuals.
Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV chargers available. We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment and employee well-being programme.