Paul O'Brien
General Manager at Hampshire Cultural Trust- Claim this Profile
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Nathan Syme
Paul was my Line Manager whilst working for the Security team at the Student's Union, Royal Holloway. Paul has been excellent during his time at the Student's Union. As a manager of a diverse student workforce, he has maintained the highest possible standards through training, and his hands-on management approach. A man that leads by example, Paul is able to lead a team in difficult situations. His adaptability makes him personable, and a manager that is always able to assist staff in any way he can. His experience in sourcing acts and events is clear to see, bringing high-calibre acts to a University with a very limited budget. A multi-talented man with a keen eye for the customer, Paul has always put his job, and colleagues before himself. It has been a pleasure working with Paul and would not hesitate to do so again in the future.
Nathan Syme
Paul was my Line Manager whilst working for the Security team at the Student's Union, Royal Holloway. Paul has been excellent during his time at the Student's Union. As a manager of a diverse student workforce, he has maintained the highest possible standards through training, and his hands-on management approach. A man that leads by example, Paul is able to lead a team in difficult situations. His adaptability makes him personable, and a manager that is always able to assist staff in any way he can. His experience in sourcing acts and events is clear to see, bringing high-calibre acts to a University with a very limited budget. A multi-talented man with a keen eye for the customer, Paul has always put his job, and colleagues before himself. It has been a pleasure working with Paul and would not hesitate to do so again in the future.
Nathan Syme
Paul was my Line Manager whilst working for the Security team at the Student's Union, Royal Holloway. Paul has been excellent during his time at the Student's Union. As a manager of a diverse student workforce, he has maintained the highest possible standards through training, and his hands-on management approach. A man that leads by example, Paul is able to lead a team in difficult situations. His adaptability makes him personable, and a manager that is always able to assist staff in any way he can. His experience in sourcing acts and events is clear to see, bringing high-calibre acts to a University with a very limited budget. A multi-talented man with a keen eye for the customer, Paul has always put his job, and colleagues before himself. It has been a pleasure working with Paul and would not hesitate to do so again in the future.
Nathan Syme
Paul was my Line Manager whilst working for the Security team at the Student's Union, Royal Holloway. Paul has been excellent during his time at the Student's Union. As a manager of a diverse student workforce, he has maintained the highest possible standards through training, and his hands-on management approach. A man that leads by example, Paul is able to lead a team in difficult situations. His adaptability makes him personable, and a manager that is always able to assist staff in any way he can. His experience in sourcing acts and events is clear to see, bringing high-calibre acts to a University with a very limited budget. A multi-talented man with a keen eye for the customer, Paul has always put his job, and colleagues before himself. It has been a pleasure working with Paul and would not hesitate to do so again in the future.
Credentials
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ILM Leadership & Management Course
Royal Holloway, University of LondonMar, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Manual Handling Risk Assessment
Royal Holloway, University of LondonMar, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
General Risk Assessment
Royal Holloway, University of LondonFeb, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Manual Handling Practical Skills
Royal Holloway, University of LondonFeb, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Disability Awareness
Royal Holloway, University of LondonJan, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
BIIAB Level 3 - Hospitality Business Management
Taylor Hall Associates LtdMay, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
First Aid at Work
First Response MedicalNov, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
SIA Door Supervisor
Royal Holloway, University of LondonJun, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Level 2 Food Safety in Catering
Learn2serveApr, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
BIIAB - Level 2 National Certificate for Personal License Holder
DH Training AssociatesOct, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
ISOH Certifcate - Managing Safely in Facilities Management
Slough Borough CouncilMar, 2007- Nov, 2024 -
NVQ Level 3 - Operations & Development
Slough Community LeisureApr, 2004- Nov, 2024 -
NVQ Level 2 -Sports & Reaction
Langley CollegeSep, 2001- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Hampshire Cultural Trust
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United Kingdom
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager
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Aug 2019 - Present
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Greene King
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United Kingdom
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Food and Beverage Services
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700 & Above Employee
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General Manager
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May 2015 - Aug 2019
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Royal Holloway Students' Union
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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SU Operations Manager
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Jan 2010 - May 2015
Responsible for planning and organising the mainstream events and day to day running of a 1200 capacity for day and night trade services, my role involves ensuring marketing compliance with any membership scheme (e.g. KPP) and legislative requirements or recognised best practice (Sky, BBN, Licensing). Running the very successful and diverse events programme, I am responsible for sourcing and booking acts and ensuring their hospitality needs are met. Monitoring and benchmarking pub and club competitors, I am responsible for developing the entertainment provision within the SU. Through creating and monitoring budgets and accounts I ensure that all targets are met. I also lead on the training and development of over 150 student staff through external and internal training programmes. Show less
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FL Trading
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Windsor & Kingston Upon Thames
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Vanilla & Essence Nightclub
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Jan 2007 - Jan 2011
For this 420 capacity venue I was responsible for the 25 staff members as well as administration, guest relations, quality standards, budgeting, cost control, staffing, training and development. Liaising with local police, residents and the council to ensure objectives and targets were met, I also liaised with promoters, drinks companies and suppliers. For this 420 capacity venue I was responsible for the 25 staff members as well as administration, guest relations, quality standards, budgeting, cost control, staffing, training and development. Liaising with local police, residents and the council to ensure objectives and targets were met, I also liaised with promoters, drinks companies and suppliers.
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Slough Borough Council
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Slough, United Kingdom
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Venue & Event Manager
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Apr 2006 - Jan 2009
A diverse role, I managed the day to day running of thirteen community centres, ensuring effective communication between all levels. Managing a team of nine, the role involved creating activity programmes, managing the bookings and marketing the centre to the local community. A diverse role, I managed the day to day running of thirteen community centres, ensuring effective communication between all levels. Managing a team of nine, the role involved creating activity programmes, managing the bookings and marketing the centre to the local community.
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Education
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High down school - Reading
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St Joseph's School
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