Events Manager

This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working (London
- Hybrid. 2 days a week with flexibility for adhoc events) 28 days holiday a year plus Bank Holidays and a fantastic pension scheme offering 6% in year one and 11% after this.

Location:
London/Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)

Salary £39,000 £ 41,000
per annum

In this role, you will lead the planning and delivery of a wide range of events that support our organisational strategy and OKRs. You will manage conferences, round tables, internal events and other key activities, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and aligned with our brand and communications objectives.

Working collaboratively with teams across the organisation, you'll develop event plans, create core materials such as agendas and speaker briefings, and define clear measures of success. You will also support the Principal Event Manager on major corporate events and provide guidance to junior team members. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys delivering impactful, audience-focused events.

• Act as project lead for specific events including conferences, trade shows, networking receptions, round tables, panel debates, virtual events, internal events, experiential brand activities, and other strategic initiatives to promote offerings to consumers, businesses, policymakers, and internal audiences. Develop comprehensive event plans across core business areas, identify key stakeholders, and define clear performance indicators.
• Ensure alignment with brand messaging and organisational communications strategy by producing detailed event plans, preparing Leadership Team speaker briefings, writing invitation copy, suggesting agenda topics, developing speaker content, script writing, and evaluating post-event impact.
• Manage event budgets (with overall budget responsibility around £30k), adhering to overall team budgets, coordinating logistical elements including booking venues, catering, securing speakers, equipment, purchase orders, contracts, processing invoices, and liaising with Finance.
• Demonstrate full ownership of event delivery, ensuring events are executed on time, within budget, and in line with agreed objectives, while attracting the appropriate calibre of attendees.
• Work collaboratively across the organisation, building strong relationships with colleagues to support project success and ensure events contribute to wider organisational goals.
• Support the Principal Event Manager on Corporate flagship events (such as Awards and AGM), taking responsibility for defined sections/components, managing external agencies and suppliers, and securing high-calibre panellists, speakers, and hosts.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to junior team members to help develop their skills, act as a sounding board, and deputise for the Principal Event Manager when required.
• Stay informed about the latest event trends, topics, speakers, and formats while aligning with internal priorities to continually enhance the events offering.

You are an experienced event professional with a proven track record in delivering high-quality in-person and virtual events. You communicate confidently with audiences at all levels, including senior stakeholders, and are highly organised, managing multiple projects with ease. You create engaging communications materials that align with brand messaging, and a relevant degree, AV experience, and familiarity with virtual event platforms are desirable.

You are passionate about delivering events that are creative, impactful, and flawlessly executed.

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