£37,000 - £48,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Hybrid Working
London
Global industry leader in b2b events business seeks a highly talented Event Manager to take full ownership of a number of leading international b2b events with scope for international travel.
Role Responsibilities:
* Managing end‑to‑end delivery of allocated events of varying size, format, and complexity across a range of geographies.
* Working with sales team to create innovative and profitable packages, identifying fixed vs variable costs and securing appropriate margins and delivery on ROI.
* Working with procured suppliers to significantly improve the experience for commercial clients and attendees at the events.
* Creation and implementation of event signage and other collateral and materials.
* Organising staffing plans and requirements for each event, including task allocation, travel and accommodation booking.
* Designing and managing floor plans and space requirements for each event.
* Executing event delivery – with end‑to‑end accountability for operational management of all events, including customer journeys and onsite experience.
* Responsible for risk and compliance at events – ensure security plans are adhered to and each event has a full risk assessment.
* Managing events onsite, including running briefings and management of onsite staff and vendors.
* Budgetary Management.
Profile Required:
* Proven track record in the successful strategic, operational, and financial planning and delivery of conferences and expos of varying size.
* Strong negotiation and contracting skills with venues and suppliers.
* White‑glove experience for clients and customers implementation.
* Proactive and takes initiative by being able to identify problems, research and evaluate options creatively and innovatively.
* Proven experience in managing compliance and roll‑out risk policies and documentation affecting international events and awards.
* Budgetary Experience.
* Experience running events internationally.
* Confident decision‑making, thought leadership, and a focus on finding solutions and achieving results by taking accountability and ownership of decisions made.
* Experience of using floor planning software.
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