Job Description
Event Manager
London (EMEA remit)
50-week contract
£280 per day (£72,800 annual equivalent)
Are you a dynamic Event Manager who thrives on delivering high-impact, strategically aligned experiences across international markets? We’re partnering with a global leader in investment and asset management to find an exceptional events professional ready to take ownership of complex, high-visibility programmes across EMEA.
This organisation is one of the most influential names in global finance, managing trillions in assets and operating across 30+ countries. With a reputation for excellence, innovation and global reach, they deliver world-class experiences that reflect their brand, scale and ambition.
The Role
As Event Manager, you’ll lead and execute a portfolio of mid-to-high complexity events across EMEA — from strategic planning and creative development through to on-site delivery and post-event analysis.
This is a hands-on, end-to-end role where you’ll combine strategic thinking with flawless execution.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading the planning and execution of regional events, ensuring alignment with commercial and brand priorities
* Developing comprehensive Event Briefs in partnership with senior business stakeholders
* Overseeing content, creative direction, experiential activations and audience engagement strategies
* Managing cross-functional working groups (Creative, Multimedia, Digital, Content, Facilities and more)
* Handling registration, communications, venue management and supplier coordination
* Owning budget management and ensuring commercial discipline
* Delivering thorough event debriefs, analysing brand impact and reputational outcomes
* Supporting pre-event amplification and post-event follow-up campaigns
* Travelling across the region (~30%) to support in-person activations
What We’re Looking For
* A number of years experience in Event Marketing, Brand, or Experiential Activations
* Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects across time zones
* A strategic thinker who can zoom out to see the bigger picture — and zoom in to execute with precision
* Confident communicator with strong executive presence
* Proactive, solutions-driven and highly organised
* Experience influencing cross-functional teams at all levels
* Comfortable working in fast-paced, global environments
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including OneDrive) and event tech platforms such as Cvent and Coupa