We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. Role: Event Project Manager Location: Shoreditch (Hybrid) Duration: 12 months contract Salary: £45k - £50k per annum + paid holidays + pension The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Event Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of complex, high-impact events.
In this role, you will play a critical part in bringing events to life — serving as both a strategic partner and the operational backbone that ensures every element comes together smoothly. From initial concept through post-event wrap-up, you will oversee timelines, manage partners, and drive flawless execution.
If you are motivated, meticulous, and take pride in prioritizing memorable events with precision — we would be pleased to hear from you.
Project Planning & Timeline Management
Build and maintain detailed project plans and delivery schedules using Workfront (or similar PM tools), ensuring clear task ownership, deadlines, and dependencies.
Develop and manage master timelines, Gantt charts, and workback schedules to support project visibility and tracking across partners.
Ensure resource allocation, capacity planning, and task prioritization align with strategic goals.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (creative, content, marketing, design, and delivery) to gather requirements, set timelines, and align on deliverables.
Facilitate regular planning and status meetings, providing clear updates and maintaining strong communication channels across teams.
Manage collaborator expectations and foster alignment through proactive updates and blocking issue of risks or delays.
Risk, Issues & Dependency Management
Identify potential project risks and blockers early, implementing mitigation strategies and advancing critical issues to leadership as needed.
Maintain risk registers and contingency plans to safeguard delivery outcomes.
Lead weekly project reporting, including timeline progress, risks, and resource planning insights.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives by documenting lessons learned, optimizing workflows, and supporting the development of standard processes for project delivery.
Strong planning, scheduling, and multitasking skills to manage complex project timelines effectively.
Confident user of project management software Workfront
Experience in events, production, logistics, or agency environments is preferred but not mandatory.
at least 5 year of project management large scale projects
If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible.