EVENT DIRECTOR - AGENCY

Posted 29 November 2018
SalaryNegotiable
Job type Permanent
DisciplineEvent Recruitment Agency
Reference16531/002_1543487976
Contact NameLive Recruitment

Job description

EVENT DIRECTOR - AGENCY

SOUTH WEST ENGLAND

£NEG + BENEFITS

(12 MONTH MATERNITY COVER)

SP16531

Take the lead across large scale events!

THE COMPANY

Our client are an international marketing group with a dedicated events division. Their award-winning creative and event management teams deliver experiences with the power to engage, stimulate and convey compelling messages.

Providing end-to-end event management services for a range of clients they have in-house creatives to support across

THE ROLE

We are now looking for an Event Director to join this dynamic team and play an integral part in the delivery of key event programmes. Working with senior members of the team you will get involved in:

Overseeing all elements of event delivery including taking the lead on large events

Ensuring communication and efficiencies between all internal departments

Overseeing and inputting into proposals and pitching for business

Supplier management and negotiation

Managing and developing client relationships

Line management and development of a teamBudget management including full financial reconciliation

On-site event management when required

Client relationships - building, maintaining and developing strong relationships,

Contributing to new business tenders and pitches

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have experience of leading the successful delivery of large conferences and exhibitions from an agency background. If you are an effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with a range of people, including clients, suppliers and colleagues then we need you!

Most importantly we are looking for candidates who show a passion for the industry and a willingness to learn within a fast paced environment.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across experiential, creative and events.

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.