About RunThrough Trails:
RunThrough Trails is an ambitious event company dedicated to organizing premium running events across Europe. Originating from the UK’s largest running event organizer, we have enabled over 1,000,000 runners to cross our finish lines in the past decade. Our mission is to create iconic events that inspire runners to realize their potential and live every step of their journey.
Mission Statement: Inspiring you to live every step of your journey.
Core Values
- Building Trust: Focus on seamless organization and the runner experience with the best-marked courses in the world.
- Being Bold: Innovate and set new standards in adventurous events.
- Having Fun: Create enjoyable and memorable experiences for all participants.
- Respecting Community: Work closely with local communities, integrating events and making running accessible and inclusive.
- Remaining Conscientious:** Respect local areas, traditions, and residents, aiming to bring value while minimizing negative impact.
Role Summary:
As the European Operations Manager, you will spearhead the planning and delivery of ultra-distance trail races across Europe, starting with confirmed events in France, Spain, and Switzerland for 2025. This role demands a blend of administrative finesse and hands-on operational expertise, with responsibilities spanning documentation, site visits, course reconnaissance, stakeholder management, application submissions, and direct event delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and execute ultra-distance trail races across multiple European locations.
- Conduct thorough documentation, site visits, and course reconnaissances.
- Manage relationships with stakeholders across various stages of event planning and execution.
- Handle applications and ensure all regulatory and compliance requirements are met.
- Lead on-ground event operations, ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish.
Required Skills and Attributes:
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
- Fluency in English and French; additional languages are a bonus.
- Demonstrated passion for trail running and the outdoors.
- Willingness to engage in both administrative and manual aspects of event organization.
- Flexibility and adaptability with a capacity to learn on the job.
- Proven experience in event organization, preferably in the trail running or outdoor industry.
- Availability for extensive travel within Europe and flexibility to work weekends.
Location Details:
- Hot desk office options in Morzine or Annecy, with some flexibility for discussion.
- Initial training to be conducted in the UK at existing events.
- A mix of remote, on-site, and office work, accommodating a flexible lifestyle.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should email their CV and a cover letter to James via the Apply Now button. We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible, and the recruitment process will include both virtual and in-person interviews.
Additional Notes:
RunThrough Europe is currently being established as a Swiss-based company. The successful candidate will be employed by this entity, and we are open to discussing visa/work permit requirements as needed.
