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Remote working & flexible start time - Incredibly unique opportunity to work with the US based team of a global travel and events agency - this is a truly fantastic chance for a passionate events professional to propel their career in an amazing environment. THE COMPANY This fantastic company is an industry leader, having been consistently growing its services, client base and reputation for over 20 years and now employing close to 500 people. They offer a wide range of services including event management, business and group travel, venue finding and event technology across a broad client base with a heavy leaning towards professional services. Events can range from a VIP meeting in London for 50 delegates, to a high-end meeting for 300 or a partner conference for up to 2,000 across the globe! THE ROLE As Events Housing Specialist, you will be responsible for managing accommodation needs for a range of dedicated client accounts. Responsibilities include: - Liaising with clients on specific needs- Organising accommodation requirements- Managing coordination of hotel suppliers- Managing room allocations, reservations and individual guest requests- Building relationships with all stakeholders- Monitoring bookings to avoid cancellation costs- Negotiating rates and commissions- Communicating all final arrangements with guests- Paying invoices and creating financial reports- Supporting the wider team where required THE CANDIDATE We are looking for candidates who are ambitious and passionate about the events industry. Individuals must have proven administrative experience within the events sector and show a high level of attention to detail and organisation. Any experience managing housing and accommodation requirements for events would be beneficial.Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity.We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know. Vacancy Ref: LKS12016
Hybrid working & excellent career progression - A fantastic opportunity to join this boutique event agency within a dedicated team! The Company This organisation work with some well-known clients in luxury auto, technology, healthcare and lifestyle sectors and offers both venue sourcing and event management services. They deliver a wide range of events including roadshows, conferences, awards evenings and sales meetings and work predominately within the UK with some projects being international, delivering both small and large scale events reaching numbers of up to 1,000pax. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of a fantastic events agency with incredible prospects for the future! The Role As the team continues to grow, this agency are now looking for a Event Venue Sourcing Administrator to support across a variety of venue find projects on a dedicated account. Responsibilities include: - Providing direct support to a dedicated Account Manager- Producing agendas for site visits- Brainstorming venue solutions with the wider team- Preparing written proposals- Negotiating with external suppliers- Working across internal systems- Processing finances including raising POs and creating invoices- Supporting with general administrative duties across the board The Candidate We are looking for candidates who have a passion for the events industry and are keen to develop their career within the sector in an agency environment. Proven administrative experience is required as is strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at different levels. Candidates who have recently graduated from an events based degree will be considered providing they are able to show some experience relating to the role. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven events professional to kick start their career in a supportive and well established agency! Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) within the events & experiential, marketing, creative and digital markets. If this position isn't what you're looking for please go to our website for the latest vacancies and to register, or if you know someone who would be perfect for this position why not take advantage of our £350 referral scheme. Vacancy reference: LKS12014
Flexible working structure & hours - a fantastic opportunity to work for an incredibly well established and growing agency! THE COMPANY With a solid and established client base this leading agency work with a range of blue-chip clients delivering events across the UK and internationally. With capabilities in-house to deliver both live, hybrid and virtual events (long before the pandemic hit) they have an established team that are committed to delivering flawless events time and time again! Whether it be an online training solution, virtual conference, or international face-to-face event this agency is renowned for their dedication, professional approach and exceptional service! THE ROLE Due to continued business wins, there is now an opportunity for an Event Manager to join their close-knit team. A broad role, responsibilities include:- End to end management on a range of events- Client management, consultancy and communication- Preparation and delivery of pitch presentations, virtually or in person as required- Event budget and proposal production and management- Sourcing, negotiation and management with external suppliers- Planning workloads, briefing and overseeing Event Coordinator and Event Administrator activities- Preparation, communication and management of event plans and timelines- Onsite event management- Post post-event reconciliation and billing, ensuring profitability of event THE CANDIDATE Candidates should have similar experience gained from working within an event agency or similar. The role calls for a confident Event Manager who has solid experience managing events from end to end, as well as competent communications skills and evidence of dealing with senior level clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in the pharmaceutical industry, though not essential. In return you will get the chance to join an excellent, close-knit company who will give you the opportunity to take your career to the next level. They also have a generous benefits package, discretionary bonuses and the opportunity for global travel! Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential, and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit our website to view all of the opportunities, we are recruiting for. Vacancy ref: LKS11994
UK Wide locations with hybrid working - A fantastic opportunity to join this boutique event agency within their venue sourcing team! The Company This organisation work with some well-known clients in luxury auto, technology, healthcare and lifestyle sectors and offers both venue sourcing and event management services. They deliver a wide range of events including roadshows, conferences, awards evenings and sales meetings and work predominately within the UK with some projects being international, delivering both small and large scale events reaching numbers of up to 1,000pax. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of a fantastic events agency with incredible prospects for the future! The Role As the team continues to grow, this agency are now looking for a Event Venue Sourcing Specialist to support across a broad variety of international venue find projects. Responsibilities include: - Working with clients to establish requirements- Sourcing various venue options based on the brief- Preparing venue proposals outlining specific options- Liaising with venue suppliers and negotiating rates- Maintaining ongoing communication with the client throughout- Finalising venue bookings including contract support- Managing the venue sourcing process using CRM systems including Cvent- Attending FAM trips and site visits- Working across international enquiries- Working closely with the wider team The Candidate We are looking for candidates who have proven experience within a venue sourcing role or a background of this from within a broader event delivery position. We are seeking excellent communicators with the ability to manage relationships with clients and venue suppliers. Candidates must be highly organised and personable with strong attention to detail. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven events professional to kick start their career in a supportive and well established agency! Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) within the events & experiential, marketing, creative and digital markets. If this position isn't what you're looking for please go to our website for the latest vacancies and to register, or if you know someone who would be perfect for this position why not take advantage of our £350 referral scheme. Vacancy reference: LKS11988
Do you have a passion for delivering a dynamic array of events? Looking to employ use of your advanced event management expertise within an internationally renowned business operating across the automotive space? This could be the role for you! The Company While being an influential, multi-national business this organisation is a family-owned business who have managed to retain a conscientious and close-knit culture. As an importer and distributor of some of the world's most recognisable brands, they have established themselves as a key player in the automotive realm. The events team plans and orchestrates a great variety of events from inception to delivery including annual conferences, exhibitions, awards ceremonies, incentive trips, drive days and much, much more. With innovative ideation running through the heart of every project the expert team are continuously developing new creative ways to deliver messages and engage their audiences. Operating out of a new purpose-built office space, the business provides everything necessary for you to perform at your best in an amazing space with an on-site gym, chef, and much more. Couple this with their cohesive and supportive team, there is no better place to continue building your event career! The Role As an Events Manager, you will play an integral role in all activity relating to their event portfolio taking ownership over specific projects whilst also working as a collaborative team. Responsibilities will include: - Owning a variety of event projects from conception to completion- Developing creative event ideas and implementing into delivery- Managing event timelines and schedules- Briefing, negotiating with and managing external event suppliers - DMCs, venues, etc.- Working with designers to create stand and event concepts- Organising full event logistics- Creating drive routes, floor plans, etc.- Preparing event collateral- Overseeing set up and live delivery on the day- Managing post event reporting and feedback- Holding budget accountability The Candidate You will be in possession of solid event logistics experience and event management expertise with the ability to deliver events from conception to completion independently and as part of team. Candidates from event delivery roles within event agency, client side, exhibition organiser and association backgrounds will be considered. Any experience in event delivery or a demonstrable interest in the automotive sector would be beneficial. Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know. Vacancy Ref: LKS11950
Hybrid working - a unique opportunity to lead a creative team delivering extraordinary corporate and private events for high profile clients! The Company An expert team who create innovative and exceptional event experiences for a broad portfolio of high calibre clients including high net worth individuals and luxury brands. With in-house skill sets that cover everything from content creation and theming through to full production and onsite delivery, each event is bespoke and delivered to the highest of standards. Their passionate and collaborative team are always striving for perfection and thrive off the unforgettable experiences they deliver. There has never been a better time to join! The Role As Head of Events this role spans team management and hands on event producing across a broad portfolio of projects. Responsibilities include: - Managing incoming enquires and interpreting briefs- Event design, theming & mood-boarding- Developing creative responses to briefs and preparing proposals to pitch- Coordinating suppliers including catering, florists, etc.- Advising on technical solutions and working closely with the warehouse team- Managing the install and delivery of events onsite- Financial management and budget sign off responsibilities- Formal line management and development of a team- Internal process development and implementation to ensure quality control of delivery The Candidate We are looking for candidates in an established senior level role ideally from within an event or production agency. Candidates must have experience managing a team and the overall output of an event department. Individuals must have a proven ability to handle clients, convert a brief enquiry into a confirmed project and to manage the event from concept development phase through to onsite install. We are also looking for candidates who have some understanding of AV and technical event elements. Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know. Vacancy Ref: LKS11681
Hybrid working - a unique opportunity to join a creative team delivering extraordinary corporate and private events for high profile clients! The Company An expert team who create innovative and exceptional event experiences for a broad portfolio of high calibre clients including high net worth individuals and luxury brands. With in-house skill sets that cover everything from content creation and theming through to full production and onsite delivery, each event is bespoke and delivered to the highest of standards. Their passionate and collaborative team are always striving for perfection and thrive off the unforgettable experiences they deliver. There has never been a better time to join! The Role As Event Producer this role is varied and will be responsible for overall creation and delivery of a broad portfolio of events: - Building and managing client relationships- Managing incoming enquires and interpreting briefs- Event design, theming & mood-boarding- Developing creative responses to briefs- Proposal preparation & pitching to win projects- Managing private and corporate events end to end- Coordinating suppliers including catering, florists, etc.- Advising on technical solutions and working closely with the warehouse team- Managing the install and delivery of events onsite- Preparing and managing budgets- The Candidate We are looking for candidates in an established creative event producer type role ideally from within an event or production agency. Individuals must have a proven ability to convert a brief enquiry into a confirmed project and to manage the event from concept development phase through to onsite install. We are also looking for candidates who have some understanding of AV and technical event elements. Experience working across both private and corporate events would be beneficial however candidates with a bias towards one will still be considered. Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know. Vacancy Ref: LKS11680
Hybrid working - Do you have a passion for creative event experiences? Join this exciting agency and get involved in some of the best experiential projects being delivered across the entertainment and gaming sectors! The Company This well established agency are a leading event marketing agency that connects a diverse portfolio of brands with consumers through engaging event experiences. Whether they are delivering a client's presence at an exhibition, creating a fully immersive experiential activation, managing the execution of a roadshow or mastering the creation and implementation of a product launch; their dedicated and experienced team will provide unique solutions from concept creation through to onsite build. Providing a supportive, collaborative and truly creative environment for their team, this is a fantastic agency to be part of! The Role As Account Director, you will be responsible for establishing new business opportunities, managing key client accounts and overseeing the seamless delivery of events across the team. Responsibilities will include: - Seeking new business opportunities with brand new clients- Unearthing opportunities within existing accounts to encourage growth and retention- Building and retaining relationships with key clients- Encouraging a solutions based response to client briefs- Leading creative ideation processes- Managing the pitching process to establish confirmed projects- Overseeing full project delivery process- Working with the broader team to implement delivery including onsite management- Holding financial accountability for accounts and individual projects- Managing and developing a small team The Candidate Candidates must have experience working at a senior level within an event, marketing, experiential or event production agency environment. We are looking for the ability to proactively develop business and grow client accounts as well as a proven understanding of the event production and planning process. An understanding of experiential, influencer marketing or B2C events is essential. Any experience working with clients within the entertainment or gaming sectors would be beneficial. Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting. Vacancy Ref: LKS11564
Hybrid working - A unique chance to be part of a fast-growing team, driving new and existing business! The company This digitally led production agency offers the best in virtual, hybrid and physical event delivery for a variety of blue chip clients. With services covering general event production, filming, broadcast, live streaming and much more - they are stronger than ever with a growing portfolio of exciting clients and projects. With a young and ambitious team, this agency offer unique and dynamic solutions to their clients with an 'all-in-one' solution of end to end planning. Due to continued success and growth, they are now looking for an Event Sales and Partnership Manager to join their exciting team! The role Joining the company as a crucial member of the team, you will be promoting the broad range of services and have responsibility spanning across: - Actively developing business from new and lapsed clients- Converting incoming leads- Researching and contacting new prospect businesses- Work closely with all internal departments of the business to ensure all services of the business are offered and upsold- Booking and attending client meetings- Presentation preparation and pitching- Networking at events and trade shows- Building long lasting relationships with accounts and key partnerships The candidate The ideal candidate will have a sales / account management background ideally from a technical / production (events) setting. If you are comfortable working to targets, are highly motivated and enthusiastic then we need you! In return you can expect to receive a good base salary coupled with uncapped commission, a dynamic and flexible working environment with lots of opportunity to grow within this already successful business. Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting. Vacancy Ref: LKS11315
Unique venue - A fantastic opportunity to manage the delivery of a broad variety of events across a portfolio of truly diverse venues in London! The Company With a close knit team and 2 exceptional venues within their portfolio; this is a truly incredible organisation to be part of. Whether they are creating a bespoke wedding within one of their listed buildings or holding a large conference in their state-of-the-art conference centre; the events team here go the extra mile to ensure a successful event from initial enquiry through to delivery on the day. Their varied events calendar isn't limited to this, their venues see all event types covering everything from corporate away days, private celebrations through to training events and residentials. No two days are the same within this busy team! The Role There is now an exciting opportunity for an Event Manager to join the team and work across the full portfolio of events. Responsibilities will include: - Managing client relationships to understand bespoke requirements- Supporting the Sales team with proposal generation and show arounds- Preparing contracts- Organising all event logistics and resources for each event- Working closely with wider internal departments- Contracting and liaising with external suppliers- Preparing final details, event schedules and function sheets- Overseeing the delivery of the event on the day- Managing event finances and invoicing The Candidate Candidates must have experience working within a hotel or event venue environment with a focus towards operations and event delivery. Ideally candidates will have managed a broad variety events including weddings and corporate meetings/conferences however those with a bias towards one or the other may still be considered. We are seeking candidates who are positive and open minded individuals with a keenness to work within a close knit team. Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting. Vacancy reference: LKS11589