Project Manager (events)
We’re partnering with a specialist technology company providing services that to some of the world’s most high-profile live events, including major sporting fixtures, international music events and corporate experiences.
They’re looking for an experienced Events or Project Manager to take ownership of how their services are delivered into complex, time-sensitive event ecosystems. This is not about managing the event itself, but making sure their contribution lands precisely, reliably and with credibility.
You’ll be responsible for scoping, planning and coordinating delivery, both in the run-up to events and on site. That includes working with event organisers, clients, contractors, venue teams and internal technical staff to make sure the service is correctly positioned and flawlessly executed.
What you’ll bring:
* Proven experience delivering services or infrastructure into high-pressure live environments
* Confident presence when representing a company in front of clients and stakeholders
* Strong coordination skills, able to manage dependencies, timelines and handovers
* Clear, professional communication, written, verbal and face-to-face
* Willingness to travel regularly, including international assignments
* Organised, structured and calm, comfortable dealing with moving parts under pressure
* Familiarity with task management systems (e.g. Jira or similar) and general office tools
It helps if you also have:
* Experience operating within large event ecosystems, even if not managing the event directly
* Exposure, even as a user, to event tech, access systems or security infrastructure
* A natural ability to keep delivery on track while others around you are adapting or improvising
* A general interest in technology
* Excited by travel and being part of major events
This role would suit someone who has supplied services into events, whether in sports, exhibitions, broadcast or corporate environments, and understands what it means to deliver under scrutiny.
Please get in touch to find out more.