Speaker Acquisition Manager

This role exists to ensure that every event is built on a high-quality, senior-level speaker lineup and a clear, commercially aligned content programme that supports audience growth, brand positioning and revenue generation.

To own and deliver the end‑to‑end speaker and agenda strategy across Biz Clik’s global events, ensuring each event is positioned with strong, relevant content and high‑calibre speakers that support commercial success.

• Secure high‑quality, senior speakers aligned to event positioning.
• Develop clear, differentiated and commercially relevant event agendas.
• Build strong external relationships that support speaker acquisition.
• Ensure speaker strategy directly supports sponsorship and revenue.

• Speaker Strategy and Acquisition
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  Own the speaker pipeline across Biz Clik’s event portfolio, securing senior, high‑impact speakers aligned to audience and commercial priorities. Proactively identify, approach and secure speakers, operating with pace, ownership and clear targets. Build and maintain strong relationships with C‑suite leaders and senior stakeholders across key industries.
• PR Agency and External Relationship Management
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  Develop and manage relationships with PR agencies as a primary channel for speaker sourcing. Position Biz Clik’s events as a platform for agency clients, ensuring consistent inbound speaker opportunities. Build a structured network of agency contacts and maintain ongoing engagement to support future events. Leverage agency relationships to increase the calibre, diversity and seniority of speakers.
• Event Agenda and Content Ownership
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  Own the development of event agendas, including themes, session topics and formats. Ensure agendas are built around current industry trends, audience demand and commercial priorities. Define the type and profile of speakers required for each session and align sourcing accordingly. Work closely with Event leadership, Editorial and Sales to ensure alignment between content, audience and revenue.
• Commercial Alignment
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  Work closely with Sales teams to ensure speaker selection and agenda development support sponsorship opportunities. Align speakers to sponsor objectives and create commercially relevant content that strengthens event positioning. Understand and operate with a clear link between content quality and revenue performance.
• Speaker Delivery and Experience
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  Manage confirmed speakers end‑to‑end, ensuring a professional, consistent and high‑quality experience. Oversee communication, scheduling and preparation to ensure speakers are fully aligned and supported. Ensure delivery is structured, organised and aligned to event timelines.
• Internal Collaboration
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  Work closely with Events, Sales and Marketing teams to ensure alignment across planning, delivery and commercial priorities. Act as the central point of ownership for speakers and agendas, ensuring clarity and consistency across all stakeholders.

• Quality and seniority of speakers secured.
• Percentage of speakers confirmed in advance of events (target: 50% at 8 months).
• Strength and relevance of event agendas.
• Alignment between speaker lineup and commercial opportunities.
• Contribution to event revenue and sponsorship performance.
• Speaker experience and repeat engagement.

• Experience in events, media or content programming.
• Proven experience securing senior speakers or stakeholders.
• Strong relationship‑building skills, including working with external partners or agencies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with in B2B media or events environments.
• Experience working with commercial or sales teams.
• Understanding of industry trends and agenda development.