Event Operations and Partnerships Manager
Full time, based in Farringdon, London (4 days/week, 1 day from home)
Progressive Media Investments (Ascend Media) is a market-leading multimedia business delivering world-class content across lifestyle, luxury, and technology sectors. Under the leadership of our Managing Director - Lifestyle, we are embarking on an exciting period of growth and innovation.
We’re looking for a confident and capable Event Operations and Partnerships Manager to join our London-based team and take the lead on a dynamic portfolio of luxury lifestyle events. Reporting to the Head of Event Operations, you'll be responsible for delivering exceptional events across our renowned media brands: Elite Traveler, Spear’s, and The World of Fine Wine. The role involves the creation and development of new events as well as the management of the existing prestigious portfolio.
This is a hands-on, senior-level role, ideal for someone who thrives on ownership, is comfortable managing complex projects end-to-end, and is excited by the world of luxury media and high-profile events.
What you’ll do:
* Take full ownership of event planning and delivery - from concept to execution
* Lead on-site event management, including international events in Europe and the US
* Research venues and suppliers, negotiating contracts and managing budgets
* Deliver outstanding service to sponsors, clients, and guests
* Monitor budgets (P&L) and report progress to senior stakeholders
* Collaborate closely with marketing and editorial teams to ensure audience alignment
* Work with sales to develop sponsorship materials and support client meetings
* Suggest and develop partnerships/barter agreements that elevate event experiences
* Manage multiple projects and tight timelines with professionalism and poise
What we’re looking for:
* Proven track record of managing events independently and end-to-end (preferably 3+ years' experience)
* Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
* Confident budget manager, comfortable with reporting and P&L responsibility
* Excellent communicator and collaborator, able to work cross-functionally
* Creative and resourceful with a solutions-focused mindset
* Comfortable building commercial relationships and identifying new partnership opportunities
* Willing and able to travel internationally as part of the role
* Calm under pressure, thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Company benefits:
* 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays)
* Additional days off for your birthday, health and well-being day and volunteering day
* Subscription to group publications and all other online content
* Access to a discounted shopping program
* Cycle to work scheme
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
* Enhanced company sick pay after probation
Note, this role offers hybrid working, working from home one day per week.
Applications meeting the selection criteria will be reviewed as soon as possible.
Progressive Media Investments values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Please inform the hiring manager if you require any reasonable adjustments so that you can fully participate in the recruitment process.
Please note, candidates must have, or be able to independently obtain, the right to live and work in the United Kingdom as we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
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