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About Us
At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward. Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 1,800+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table. We are expanding our team and are looking for an Event Project Manager. You will be part of an established global client dedicated team in the financial sector and be responsible for external venue and supplier sourcing across EMEA to support our clients event programmes. You will specialise in small / medium sized EMEA programmes and act as an advisor to consult client stakeholders responsible for the event execution. You will have end-to-end event delivery expertise which will include sourcing, negotiating, contracting, programme planning and on-site event management (when required), budget management and final reconciliation. You will work on a variety of programmes simultaneously and serve as a key liaison between client stakeholders and venue(s)/supplier(s). You are comfortable in managing external vendors including contract management and are confident with managing complex administrative processes. You thrive on working to key project milestones and not afraid to question or bring your ideas and solutions to the table.
As An Event Project Manager, You Will
* Consult with stakeholders to gather all requirements to deliver the right event solution to meet their objectives
* Consistently apply and demonstrate our event expertise to our clients
* Manage external vendors and suppliers – for sourcing, negotiating, contracting and event delivery
* Financial responsibility of the event budget – from budget preparation to final reconciliation
* Negotiate rates, terms, and conditions on our client’s behalf - maximise spend to drive savings but not compromise on quality
* Prepare and manage all event documentation – contract risk assessments, event schedules, compliance documentation, running orders, post-event file checklists (where required)
* On request provide occasional planning and execution of a range of events in the UK and overseas
You’re Good At
* Communication – listening, written and verbal; able to interpret our client’s objectives to be delivered into all aspects of their event
* Ability to instil confidence in your clients that we are experts in our field
* Proven end-to-end UK and overseas event delivery experience on a variety of events
* Proven Meeting Technology and Delegate registration knowledge and expertise – Cvent is advantageous
* Ability to manage with both internal and external suppliers in a sourcing, negotiating and contracting capacity
* Excellent attention to detail and budgeting management skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
* Ability to react, think on your feet, offer solutions, and work on multiple projects and timelines at once
* Willing to travel in the UK and overseas on occasion
You Might Also Have
* Experience in planning events for the financial sector
You Should Know
* This is a hybrid role that requires 1 day a week in our Fleet office
* There are 1-2 visits a month to our clients\' London office – travel expenses would be reimbursed
* Our standard working hours are 9:00am - 5:30pm with an hour break
How To Apply
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The Perks
* Flexible Working: We support you to work where you need to, and when you need to, depending on how you work best.
* Room to Grow: Learning and development built into every role; ownership over the direction and speed of growth.
* Everyone has a voice: We value curiosity, empathy, and respect for every contribution.
* Make your move: Diverse roles across global locations; opportunities to move to new adventures within BCD M&E.
* We\u2019ve got you covered: Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, travel and hotel discounts, and more.
* We\u2019re positive. You\u2019ll love it. Leaders respond with positivity and support on your journey.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
* Events Services
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