Hybrid working - 3 days in the office.

Are you an experienced Event Manager ready to take ownership of international business incentive trips and corporate concerns with a difference!? 

This is a unique opportunity to join a global event agency and events group that delivers purpose-led conferences across major global markets.25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with tenure

• Contributory pension scheme
• Great opportunities to travel
• Inclusive, people-first company culture with support for growth and well-being
• Competitive salary and progression on offer

THE COMPANY

This dynamic and creative agency plan and deliver an array of events for their established portfolio of clients, ranging from international incentives to global conferences and corporate celebrations. An expert in their field they strive to provide the perfect platform for their clients to host memorable events however large or small.

With an array of inhouse expertise they manage all elements of the event from venue sourcing and delegate management for international events, through to app builds and full logistics for large scale conferences. They have longstanding partnerships with their trusted suppliers and transparency with their clients which help create an honest and open working environment.

With lots of repeat and new business, the successful hire with get to travel across the world for events and FAM trips as well as gaining experience of all areas of event management. Creating unforgettable experiences is what this agency do best, and they are continuing to grow from strength to strength.

THE ROLE

The company are now looking for an experienced, Project Manager to work on all aspects of events from start to finish, whilst travelling to amazing destinations all around the world.

Duties will include:

-           Delivering and planning a broad range of events

-           Taking client briefs and logistics into overseas trips

-           Sourcing venues

-           Creating detailed proposals

-           Building strong client relationships

-           Liaising and negotiating with suppliers

-           Managing delegates

-           Travelling internationally to continue event management onsite

-           Managing and facilitating virtual events

-           Managing and reconciling budgets

THE CANDIDATE

Key responsibilities of the Event Manager

Full ownership of event logistics, including venue sourcing, AV, hotel bookings, catering, delegate travel, and exhibitor coordination.

Onsite delivery: overseeing registration, speaker management, and ensuring smooth event operations.

Liaising with internal teams including marketing, sales, and admin to align timelines and objectives.

Managing speakers and suppliers: issuing briefings, tracking deliverables, and supporting content development.

Utilising tools such as Cvent and Swapcard for delegate management, branding, and data capture.

Supporting commercial success through efficient budgeting and negotiation

The ideal candidate will have experience in the events industry, ideally within an agency setting with a willingness to travel globally. You will have a natural ability to multitask across projects and be comfortable with meeting clients face to face and virtually. Agency Experience is desirable, however not necessary!

The ideal candidate will have experience of managing events, Candidates should have experience of supporting on engaging proposals and managing suppliers as well as an exceptional eye for detail.

The ideal candidate will have strong conference delegate management experience, including comprehensive travel bookings and logistical arrangements, proficiency in using Cvent, and at least three years of hands-on experience in organizing and executing successful events. If you have a passion for creating seamless and memorable event experiences, we would love to hear from you. Join us and contribute to delivering exceptional events that exceed expectations.

In return they offer flexible working, fantastic career progression, company wide bonuses, bespoke training for each team member and above all the chance to join a first rate agency where career progression abounds.

 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 MR 14978