Part-Time Events Manager (Contract) Location: Hybrid - 1 day/week in Fareham office, 1 day/week remote, plus full attendance required for 3-day event in London Contract Duration : Immediate start until March 2026 Day Rate: £190 - £225 per day Our client is a global leader in the vision care industry, dedicated to improving the way people see each day. With a strong presence in over 100 countries, their commitment to research, sustainability, and customer-centric solutions drives everything they do, from product development to community engagement. Join a business where purpose meets progress, and where your contribution helps shape the future of eye health. We're seeking a proactive and experienced Events Manager to lead the delivery of a high-profile national trade show in London. This is a part-time contract role (2 days per week), with flexibility around event dates and full attendance required during the 3-day event. About the Event Type: National trade show Duration: 3 days Location: London Footfall: Approx. 2,500 attendees per day Budget: Circa £150,000 Key Responsibilities Full end-to-end project management of the event Coordination with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners Budget ownership and reporting Oversight of logistics, branding, stand design, delegate experience, and post-event wrap-up On-site presence for the full duration of the event Ensuring timelines and deliverables are met What We're Looking For Proven experience managing trade show events of similar scale Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills Hands-on, can-do attitude with the ability to work independently Comfortable working in a hybrid setup with flexibility around event needs No requirement for optical industry experience What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk