HEAD OF EVENTS - AGENCY

Posted 20 August 2018
SalaryNegotiable
Location
Job type Permanent
DisciplineEvent Recruitment Agency
Reference16336/002_1534737615
Contact NameLive Recruitment

Job description

LG16336

Career defining opportunity to join a leading agency with multi-award winning international projects, large-scale budgets and an impressive client base.

THE COMPANY

With a solid foundation and a strong pedigree in performance improvement, incentive programmes and global event management, this agency really has it all. With a high international presence, and in-house services including design, production, delegate management and logistics this agency continues to win new business and work with a variety of blue chip clients. Working across multiple sectors including automotive, financial services and telecommunications to name a few they deliver a broad range of events including incentives, press launches and conferences both across the UK and internationally.

With a commitment to looking after and developing their staff, an excellent benefits package and a great working environment, this is an opportunity not to be missed!

THE ROLE

They are now looking for an experienced Head of Events, to come in and drive the business forward. Taking ownership of the internal teams and working closely with the heads of department to ensure delivery and growth this is a broad role with responsibilities including:

  • Leading , managing and developing a team

  • Contributing to the company growth strategy

  • Inputting into proposals and pitching where required

  • Overseeing delivery across the board

  • Working closely with internal departments

  • Supporting with the acquisition, retention and growth of clients

  • Managing internal resource

  • Management, selection and negotiation with and external suppliers

  • Budget ownership and management

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate must have previous experience of working for either an events, production or creative agency with a solid understanding of full service agencies and the delivery of events including conference and incentives. Candidates must have previous experience of managing and developing a team and operating at a senior level in addition to a strong commercial focus.

In return for your commitment you will be working alongside some of the best in the business and have the opportunity to really develop a successful and rewarding career.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across marketing, 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.