Production Manager; Events

We are looking for an exceptional Production Manager to join the team in Bagshot, Surrey.

• specifying, procuring and managing the delivery of all production and technical services for an event.
• Work collaboratively with clients and internal teams to translate creative briefs into technically sound, deliverable solutions.
• Develop detailed production budgets and schedules, securing best value from suppliers through negotiation and industry knowledge.
• Perform site visits and provide technical assessments of venues.
• Understand an event's creative vision and goals.
• Plan and manage all on-site production elements including AV, staging, lighting, and logistics from set-up through to de-rig.
• Act as the key point of contact on-site for production, liaising with event managers, suppliers, venues, and clients.
• Own and resolve any issues, adapting plans where necessary to ensure seamless delivery.
• Build and maintain a trusted network of contractors and suppliers, managing contracts and terms to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure all legal, regulatory, and health & safety standards are met and adhered to throughout the event lifecycle.
• Establish and continually refine production processes to ensure high standards across all events.

• Extensive experience managing large-scale, complex corporate events (eg. conferences, dinners).
• Strong knowledge of audio-visual solutions and technical production (able to show examples).
• In-depth understanding of health & safety regulations and on-site compliance.
• Financially astute with the ability to create and manage production budgets.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and other standard business software.
• Skilled in negotiation, mediation, and supplier management.
• Experience using CAD software for technical layouts (you should know how to create CAD drawings, understand room configurations etc).
• Confident in presenting information clearly and persuasively to clients and colleagues.
• Proven hands‑on experience in a similar production role, ideally within an agency or fast‑paced events environment.
• Experience working on international events (preferred but not essential).
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Passport, you will be required to travel internationally between 5-10 times per year depending on events and their locations.

• High personal standards and a professional appearance.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
• Motivated, passionate, and solutions‑focused.
• Calm under pressure and able to work at pace.
• A team player who collaborates openly and respects others' views.
• Detail‑oriented and highly organised.

Our client is a dynamic and growing event management company specialising in large scale corporate events for prominent clients in the UK and across the globe including Conferences, Award Ceremonies, Xmas Parties and Gala Dinners with budgets ranging from 100K to £5M+.

With hospitality at the heart of everything they do, they pride themselves on delivering exceptional experiences that consistently exceed expectations.