HEAD OF EVENTS AND PRODUCTION - AGENCY

Posted 08 May 2018
SalaryNegotiable
Location
Job type Permanent
DisciplineEvent Recruitment Agency
Reference16107/001_1525752005
Contact NameLive Recruitment

Job description

LG16107

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, with a strong production understanding to come on board and lead and manage a team, ensuring delivery and company growth, with a particular focus on driving forward their production offering.

Responsibilities include:

  • Leading , managing and developing a team

  • Contributing to the company growth strategy, with a particular focus on driving forward their production services

  • Inputting into proposals and pitching where required

  • Overseeing delivery across the board

  • Working closely with the production team to identify opportunities

  • 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 and background in production. Candidates must have previous experience of managing and developing a team and operating at a senior level. Strong commercial acumen is essential as is an understanding of content and production. Candidates currently operating at Production Director level and / or Executive / Senior Producer level would also be considered.

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.