Events Manager

Who we’re looking for
The Events Manager is responsible for the planning, management and delivery of a broad portfolio of client, investment-led, sponsorship and partnership events across Wealth Management and regional offices. The role will take ownership of events from concept through to execution and evaluation, ensuring that all events deliver against business objectives, provide an exceptional client experience, and support strategic business development goals.

The Events Manager will manage relationships with senior stakeholders, regional offices, venues and suppliers, providing expert guidance throughout the event planning process. The role requires strong project management skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment. Regular travel across the UK will be required.

The job holder has responsibility to pay due regard to the interests of our customers and treat them fairly, ensuring that the information provided to clients on services is clear and useful and enables them to understand fully what they are being offered. They are required to familiarise themselves fully with the team’s current procedures, FCA compliance requirements, and the principles behind ‘Conduct Risk’.

About Schroders Wealth Management

As part of Schroders, our Wealth Management clients benefit from access to global investment expertise, institutional‑grade research and a strong risk culture, combined with highly personalised advice and service. We operate across key regions including the UK, Switzerland, Asia and the Channel Islands, working closely with clients to help them navigate complexity, manage risk and achieve their long‑term objectives.

We focus on preserving and growing the wealth of private individuals, families, family offices, charities and trusts. Many of our client relationships span generations, built on trust, long‑term thinking and a deep understanding of our clients’ needs and priorities.

We provide our clients with the freedom to focus on what matters most to them. We are committed to acting in our clients’ best interests, operating to the highest standards of governance and delivering a consistently high‑quality client experience across all markets.

About Schroders

Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.

Established in 1804, we have around 5,500 people across 36 global locations. Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.

The base
This role will be based in our regional office in Manchester.

What you’ll do

• Lead the planning, management and delivery of a diverse portfolio of client events, investment seminars, sponsor ships, partnerships, hospitality programmes, hybrid and virtual events.
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders across Wealth Management and regional offices, providing strategic event advice and consultation.
• Develop event concepts and programmes aligned with business objectives, target audiences and brand strategy.
• Manage event budgets, supplier negotiations and contract processes to ensure cost-effective delivery and value for money.
• Oversee venue sourcing, contract negotiations, logistics planning and on‑site event management.
• Manage event communications in partnership with Marketing, including invitation strategy, attendee engagement and post‑event follow‑up.
• Oversee registration, RSVP management and guest experience, ensuring a seamless and professional client journey.
• Collaborate with Business Development teams to identify opportunities to maximise attendance, client engagement and commercial outcomes.
• Manage relationships with venues, production agencies, caterers and other…