PROJECT DIRECTOR - EVENT AGENCY

Posted 29 January 2018
SalaryNegotiable
Job type Permanent
DisciplineEvent Recruitment Agency
Reference15744/003_1517202009
Contact NameLive Recruitment

Job description

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Your opportunity to take on this pivotal role in a forward thinking, highly successful agency and work on a range of international events!

THE AGENCY

This brilliant agency offers a range of services including event management and logistics, design, creative, experiential and PCO services including abstract and speaker management. Working across a broad range of sectors including healthcare, IT and automotive they deliver a vast array of live and experiential events and whether it be a full event management and internal communication project or simply application or content development this agency pride themselves on their exceptional service and dedication to creating outstanding events!

With lovely offices accessible from Chester they put a real focus on the development of their team and offer a truly supportive working environment!

With a proven background in creating long standing successful relationships and working with a passionate and committed team there has never been a better time to join this great agency!

THE ROLE

Due to an increase in business both from existing accounts and additional wins there is now and exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to come on board and join their dedicated team.

A broad role responsibilities will include:

  • Overseeing event delivery across the year, including leading on larger projects

  • Taking briefs, proposal writing and leading pitches when required

  • Full logistics including delegate management and travel and accommodation booking

  • Day to day client contact and account management

  • Managing and developing relationships to identify opportunities and encourage spend across all areas of the business

  • Maintaining supplier relationships

  • Ensuring communication across all internal departments

  • Stakeholder management

  • Resource planning for projects

  • Developing and mentoring junior members of the team

  • Financial management and budget reconciliation

  • On-site event management

THE CANDIDATE

Candidates should ideally be from an event agency, PCO, association or conference organiser and have a proven background in delivering large scale complex events from end to end, including full logistics and budget management. Candidates must be familiar with managing suppliers and liaising with venues, exhibitors and speakers. Any exposure to working on large scale congresses would be an added benefit but more importantly is the drive and passion to join a high profile agency and make an impact!

With a constant desire to nurture and develop their team, this agency is known for offering a supportive work environment. Not only will you work with some of the best in the business but you will feel truly part of their loyal family where you can propel your career to new heights!


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.