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12-month maternity contract!!! Are you an event manager looking to join a creative agency?The Company Our client is a boutique brand experience agency who specialise in events, 3D design and build, branding and graphics, servicing a large array of high end clients. As an agency they are a forward thinking and creative business with the aim to inspire and excite the audience.Producing a variety of projects from conferences, road shows and launches to experiential and PR campaigns.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly team orientated, fun loving working environment and get the chance to work on some inspiring projects. The Role As part of their expansion plans, they now have an exciting and immediate requirement for an experienced Event Manager to join the dynamic and busy team.Reporting to the Head of Events, you will be working within a fantastic team of creatives and as the Event Manager you will be responsible for managing a range of event projects, from meetings and presentations to large conferences and experiential events, including; Management of all project elements from initial client briefing through to completionBriefing and management of suppliers and other departmentsLiaison with clients, suppliers and venuesCosting and management of budgetsOn-site managementPost event evaluation and reportingBudget management The Candidate The ideal candidate should have agency experience managing the end to end delivery of corporate and experiential events with a fun loving approach to their workYou will have: A good understanding of AV and conference productionExcellent communication skills The ability to produce presentations and present these to clientsAbility to manage projects within very short timescalesA 'can do' attitude If you have the drive and ambition to take advantage of this exceptional career opportunities then apply NOW!In return they offer the opportunity to join a fantastic team orientated environment where you can get creative, work on some exciting accounts and develop your career to the next level.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: SP11957
12 month fixed term contract!!!A unique opportunity to join a well-established organisation in London, delivering a portfolio of famous indoor and outdoor shows.The company A longstanding force in its specialised industry, this company have been going from strength to strength for over 200 years and have built an Events and Shows Division like no other.Leading the creation and implementation of some of the largest, most well-known and successful outdoor and indoor industry shows this team offer a vibrant and inclusive culture as well as the opportunity to be involved in something really exciting.With ongoing and extensive investment within the sector over the coming years they will be bringing more and more people together through the power of events and making some of the most significant changes in history! The role As a Project Manager (Event Director) of shows you will be taking the lead of the planning, implementation and operation of the events and shows. - Leading the planning of large scale shows from an operation and logistical perspective- Preparing project timelines and managing resourcing - Coordinating large teams of external contractors- Working with various internal departments- Organising the build of temporary infrastructure- Driving key stakeholder liaison with the likes of councils, blue light services, licensing authorities, etc.- Implementing all health & safety process and leading SAG meetings- Overseeing the operational, logistical and build/de-rig process onsite- Planning and reviewing budgets- Managing the Deputy Operations Manager The candidate We are looking for a self-motivated and experienced event professional with a background of evet operations management on large scale outdoor and indoor events. Experience of managing complex builds, having exemplary Health & Safety knowledge and managing a range of 3rd party contractors/stakeholders is a must. Any experience in people management would be beneficial.In return you will have the opportunity to work on some truly large scale and exciting projects as part of a young, creative and energetic 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.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: SP11826
Flexi-working, 4 days in office 1 from home!!!! Great opportunity to join this live entertainment business and run your own festival! The CompanyThis innovative agency is recognised for delivering cutting edge projects that attract spectators in their thousands! A specialist area of their work is producing a portfolio of festivals that connect with audiences through their passion of either extreme sports or music through to gastronomy and contemporary art.Offering in-house services including events, marketing, creative and production, there is little this agency doesn't cover. The teams are hardworking and work together to ensure each project they create is as energizing and as thrilling as the last. The Role There is now a fantastic opportunity to join the team and take the lead in the planning and delivery of one of their main festivals! Reporting directly into the CEO, you will play an instrumental role in driving key initiatives and strategic projects. As the day-to-day festival lead, you'll coordinate, via the department heads across production and operations, marketing, music and content, food, bars and trade, ensuring cohesive cross functional delivery with a focus on driving the commercial result and delivering exceptional audience experiences!As a key leader within the business, you will foster a culture of strategic and commercial thinking, encouraging growth and effective communication across teams. Key duties will include the leadership and delivery of key initiatives and strategic projects, financial management and performance improvement and festival curation, operations and organisation, as well as: Working with the CEO to develop long term strategic business plansStrategic guidance of eventsLead the event management teamManagement of negotiations, decisions and relationships for the eventsDeveloping business development strategiesIdea and concept creation to ensuring events are creative, innovative and engagingManagement of key stakeholder relationships, including brand partnersReport on operational performance and suggest improvementsDrive efficiencies to improve performanceLarge scale budget management including P&L management The CandidateThe role requires a strategic thinker with a flair for creativity and innovation. You will have extensive knowledge of producing festivals and the key components including finance, commercial rights and partnerships, marketing, creative, production, site management, administration and coordination. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years' experience in event management, with leadership track-record in delivering major events (festivals or greenfield music sites). 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: SP11875
Hybrid working - 3 days in office!!! Join this full service design and communications agency! The CompanyTheir highly experienced team create and deliver a range of services including experiential events, communications strategies and brand marketing campaigns for some of the leading businesses in the finance, retail, healthcare and utilities sectors, amongst others. The RoleDue to really exciting growth plans, there is now an opportunity for a Senior Event Project Manager / Director with a background in live events and communications. Managing large scale projects and campaigns and overseeing the team delivery across smaller projects; responsibilities will include: - Overseeing projects from initial brief to completion- Ensuring that all projects come in on time and within budget- Working on pitches and tenders for major projects- Resource planning across the project teams- Project planning and process management- On-going development and management of a team of Project Managers- Ad hoc hands on project management- Large scale budget management and reconciliation The Candidate Event projects will be the majority of projects delivered however there are also video, digital and design projects that you will need to oversee and an understanding of the broader comms mix is absolutely crucial for this role. the ideal candidte will be working within an event agency with production in-house.In return will be part of a really exciting agency where you can work with some inspiring people on some great projects. Get in touch today to chat through this role further - agency experience is a must!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: SP11552