Head of Events
LOCATION:
Office-based and on-site work (Leatherhead)
SALARY SCALE:
£55,000 to £60,000 per annum
REPORTING TO:
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
The Company
This is a well-established company that specialises in organising corporate events across the UK on behalf of international clients from over 40 countries.
For over 20 years the company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality events for global brands, often in partnership with leading event agencies from around the world.
Typical projects include incentive programmes, conferences, product launches, and corporate hospitality events.
The company is on a growth trajectory, with a goal to become the leading UK event organiser within the next three years.
The role
This is a senior leadership position working closely with the CEO to help deliver the company’s strategic and commercial goals.
The role involves leading a small team of Project Managers and freelance support staff, and taking ownership of the full lifecycle of multiple events—primarily on behalf of international clients and overseas agencies.
There is significant opportunity for professional development and growth as the business expands.
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to overall business strategy and planning
Support marketing and product development initiatives
Ensure prompt, high-quality responses to client briefs
Manage event budgets effectively
Help improve conversion rates and profit margins
Maintain strong relationships with agency partners and clients
Oversee the delivery of multiple events simultaneously
Research and negotiate with venues, hotels, restaurants, and suppliers
Oversee the creation and maintenance of project documentation
Respond to client requests and prepare tailored proposals
Build and maintain supplier relationships
Represent the company’s policies and standards professionally
Handle queries from delegates, clients, and consumers
Provide on-site management of events, staff, and supplier
Experience and skills
Professional experience Ideally in a similar role
Degree educated preferred
Additional requirements:
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and comfortable using Dropbox and CRM tools (e.g., Pipedrive)
Strong working knowledge of London’s event venues, hotels, and restaurants is an advantage
Strong leadership and management abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A desire to grow within the company
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
Confident and personable team player
Comfortable working in a small business environment
Able to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Commercially minded with sound judgement
Hardworking, flexible, and enthusiastic about the event industry
£55-60K Basic salary
Benefits
* 28 days of annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
* Company pension scheme (contributory)
* Childcare voucher scheme
* Flexible working arrangements available
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