​Event Jobs in Surrey

THE COMPANY

A leading event production and creative agency, this company specialises in the delivery of high-impact corporate events and digital media. From awards ceremonies and conferences to trade shows and bespoke activations, they produce memorable experiences for clients across a wide range of industries. Continued growth has opened the door for a new junior addition to their production team - offering a fantastic opportunity to learn the ins and outs of large-scale, complex events within a growing and ambitious business.

THE ROLE

This Event Production Assistant role is a hands-on, entry-level position designed for someone looking to build a career in live events. The successful candidate will support the wider production team in delivering projects from concept through to on-site execution. Responsibilities include helping to create technical plans, sourcing suppliers, assisting with logistics, managing quotes and RFPs, and playing an active role in on-site delivery.

As a Production Assistant you will play a key role in both warehouse operations and live event support.

Responsibilities include:Preparing onsite for live events

• Ensuring equipment is properly maintained, packed, and dispatched to a high standard
• Managing stock, checking for shortages or damages
• Supporting both warehouse and office operations
• Assisting the project management team with event planning
• Conducting periodic stock checks, equipment maintenance, and testing
• Driving company vans as needed
• Providing on-site support during live events
• Operating technical equipment following training
• Shadowing and assisting project managers on-site

THE CANDIDATE

This role is ideal for someone eager to build a career in live event production. While prior experience is not required, a basic understanding of event lighting, audio, and video systems would be beneficial. The ideal candidate will have:A strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

The ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, and multitask

A team-focused approach with a proactive mindset

Competency in standard office-based IT systems

A full, clean driving licence (due to insurance requirements, applicants must be 21 or over)

Please note: This role includes occasional weekend work, with options for time in lieu or overtime.

This is an incredible chance to develop your skills in a hands-on environment, gain experience in the events industry, and work towards a long-term career in production.

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.

You'll need to be hands-on and confident working both independently and as part of a team. A driving licence is required. Bonus points for CAD knowledge, basic IT support skills, or specialisms in sound, lighting, or video!

Job Reference - MR14516

Hybrid working - 2 days in office - this creative event production agency is offering a unique and exciting opportunity for senior level candidate to join as Head of Production! 

The Company

This is a fantastic chance to join a small but growing creative event production agency that delivers a fantastic array of creative events for some really top tier clients. New clients keep seeking them out and existing clients keep using the agency for more and more projects. These are exciting times for this close knit and collaborative team.

Working mainly within the sporting sector everything they do is completely bespoke, and creatively innovative, bringing together big ideas with cutting edge technology. Small scale conference events this is not... think brand experience, exhibition and (very exclusive) hospitality activations for high profile clients and sponsors

The Role

As Head of Event Production this role sits on the Senior Leadership Team and will head up the running and development of the production team with incredibly varied responsibilities including:

-          Leading the team - goal setting, KPIs, performance improvements, etc.

-          Overseeing the overall production output of the agency day to day

-          Implementing processes for efficient working practices

-          Managing resource requirements across the team

-          Leading on partner and supplier contracting and relationships

-          Ensuring effective health & safety practices are in place

-          Managing the internal hires department improving processes and profit maximisation

-          Holding accountability for department P&L and commercials

The Candidate

We are seeking candidates who are currently working at a senior leadership level within an event production agency environment. Candidates will have a solid background in hands on, large scale production delivery for a variety of event projects as well as a senior level skill set managing teams, commercials and process development within an event production environment. We are ideally looking for a knowledge of both technical and scenic/build production and global event experience would be a huge benefit.

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 reference: LKS14419

Hybrid working - 3 days in office - this creative event production agency is offering a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Production Manager to work on large scale experiential events.

The Company

This is a fantastic chance to join a small but growing creative event production agency that delivers a fantastic array of creative events for some really top tier clients. New clients keep seeking them out and existing clients keep using the agency for more and more projects. These are exciting times for this close knit and collaborative team.

Working mainly within the sporting sector everything they do is completely bespoke, and creatively innovative, bringing together big ideas with cutting edge technology. Small scale conference events this is not... think brand experience, exhibition and (very exclusive) hospitality activations for high profile clients and sponsors

The Role

As a Senior Production Manager within the agency you'll be leading production on your own projects from start to finish. This is a broad role where no two days will be the same, but here's a general overview of responsibilities:

-          Managing production projects from brief to delivery

-          Assessing feasibility of creative design solutions

-          Specifying all areas of bespoke build, sound, lighting, projection etc

-          Liaising with and managing specialist technical and build suppliers

-          Collaborating with internal teams (specifically creative and project management)

-          Leading the logistics of production requirements - shipping etc.

-          Carrying out site visits

-          Managing production budgets

-          Overseeing onsite installation and delivery

-          Leading health & safety / RAMS requirements

The Candidate

We're looking for a solid senior level Production Manager who has experience delivering experiential or exhibition events from within a production / build agency environment. Candidates must have experience collaborating with creative and project delivery departments as well as a proficiency in scenic production delivery. Any experience in managing international projects and the production of roadshow style events would be of benefit.

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 reference: LKS14504

HIGHLY CREATIVE SCENIC BUILD PROJECTS - This is a unique opportunity to join a highly creative production company that specialises in the design and build of bespoke projects for a huge range of clients and brands!

THE COMPANY

Whether it's an ice cave, festival activation, exhibition or something in between this team has been there and made it happen.  Working across a range of unusually complex and technologically savvy events and installations this exciting agency works with some of the world's biggest brands.

With their own in house creative, onsite workshop and team of production specialists they work directly with international clients and events agencies, taking each project from creative concept through to onsite delivery and build. Working with high profile brands and with new and challenging projects coming through the door every day, no two days are ever the same!

THE ROLE

This highly integral role will involve the operational management of all key departments, with responsibility for ensuring company operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Responsibilities will include:

-          Developing and implementing operational strategies

-          Leading and managing cross-functional teams

-          Monitoring and evaluating operational processes

-          Establishing new policies to align with the company's vision

-          Managing budgets, forecasting and allocating resources

-          Implementing new technology solutions to improve efficiency

-          Mentoring and developing leadership capabilities across the company

THE CANDIDATE

To qualify for this position you must have proven experience in a senior operational leadership role, ideally from within a company that delivers scenic build projects. A strong understanding of operational processes, supply chain management and production will be essential, with demonstrable experience in implementing new processes to drive change in a company.

In return you'll be joining one of the most creative scenic build companies in the UK, with the chance to drive real change and make a difference. On top of this they offer an extremely competitive salary and genuinely take care of their staff with a fantastic workplace culture in a highly creative environment.

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. Alternatively, if you know someone who would be perfect for this position why not take advantage of our £350 referral scheme.

Vacancy reference: GS14426

Creative Artworker

Surrey

£35,000 - £40,000

Hybrid working – 2/3 days in office – this creative design agency is offering a fantastic opportunity to take the lead on a key client account delivering cutting edge projects!

The Company

Comprised of a passionate team of creative, production and account management professionals, this boutique agency deliver a unique portfolio of brand experience, exhibition and hospitality activations for high profile clients and sponsors within the sporting sector. For each bespoke brief, the agency will design innovative solutions to create unforgettable experiences that are custom built and delivered through their incredibly collaborative team.

Due to an ongoing period of success, they are now seeking to grow their team with a Creative Artworker

The Role

Due to continued growth, they are now looking to build out their design team with the addition of an Artworker. Working within a supportive team and alongside other experienced Graphic Designers responsibilities are broad and include:

•  Managing the art direction from initial brief to delivery

•  Contributing to new ideas and designs

•  Working across large format, print and digital projects

•  Collaborating closely with internal teams and creatives

•  Revisiting and amending artwork based on feedback

•  Ensuring work is in scope and brief with client’s objectives

The Candidate

We are looking for a passionate, creative candidate with a deep understanding of print, digital assets and art direction. Someone that can bring new ideas to the table but equally someone that is happy and willing to work as part of a team where everyone is hands on. Whilst open on backgrounds the ideal candidate will have experience of working on large format, digital and print work and any exposure work working within the events / exhibition industry would be highly advantageous. Candidates must be proficient in using adobe creative suite in addition to a suitable range of design packages. A strong understanding of print production processes and the technical aspects of preparing artwork for different mediums is key, as is a keen eye for creativity (and a portfolio that demonstrates this). Candidates must be quick to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment 

In return you will get the opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile events for some of the world’s leading brands, all while growing your career in the fast-paced world of experiential design.

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 reference: LE14443

Hybrid working - 2 days in office - this creative design agency is offering a fantastic opportunity to take the lead on a key client account delivering cutting edge projects!

The Company

Comprised of a passionate team of creative, production and account management professionals, this boutique agency deliver a unique portfolio of brand experience, exhibition and hospitality activations for high profile clients and sponsors within the sporting sector. For each bespoke brief, the agency will design innovative solutions to create unforgettable experiences that are custom built and delivered through their incredibly collaborative team.

Due to an ongoing period of success, they are now seeking to grow their team with a key Senior Account Project Manager.

The Role

Working predominately across one key client account, this role will have a hybrid function covering account management and project delivery. Responsibilities will include:

-          Senior level account and client management

-          Development and growth of the account relationship

-          Brief taking and proposal development

-          End to end project delivery across a range of events

-          Project scheduling

-          Collaboration with inhouse creative and production

-          Supplier coordination including briefing and negotiations

-          Onsite installation and delivery of events

-          Individual event budget management

-          Commercial responsibility for the P&L of the account

-          Management of juniors as the team grows

The Candidate

We are ideally seeking candidates who already hold a hybrid skill set across account management / growth and end to end project delivery of a broad portfolio of event types. However, delivery candidates with a solid client facing ability may be considered. Candidates must come from an event agency background and have an understanding of working with production teams and it is essential that applicants have a strong budget management acumen. Any experience within the motorsport sector would be advantageous.

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 reference: LKS14451

Hybrid working - This is your opportunity to join a well-established and exciting organisation delivering a range of large-scale exhibition projects for premium clients!

The Company
 

This global full service events and experiential marketing agency are leaders in their field and with a truly global reach they have continued to grow their forward thinking, collaborative team. Working a hybrid office/home working schedule, their success is rooted in delivering truly exceptional projects for their growing client base.

Providing end to end exhibition solutions they manage all elements of exhibition design and build, from standard shell schemes to bespoke builds, creative and interactive exhibition stands and feature areas for a range of clients. With experienced in-house creative and build teams this agency always offers a custom service for the complex projects that they deliver!
 

The Role
 

Due to continued growth they are now looking for a Project Manager to join their exhibition custom build team in their Surrey based office. This role will be responsible for managing the successful implementation of each custom build project with responsibilities including:

•          Taking the initial client brief

•          End to end project management

•          Delivering multiple projects simultaneously

•          Working closely with in-house teams including creative, design and build

•          Briefing and managing external suppliers and stakeholders

•          Managing& communicating operating plans including project schedules and design elements

•          Adhering to health and safety regulations

•          Managing budgets and overseeing cost management

•          On-site project management, including overseeing stand installation and break down

The Candidate

Candidates should ideally be working in a similar role for either an exhibition design agency or an event agency delivering exhibition and tradeshow stand projects. Candidates from other project management backgrounds such as experiential, temporary structure or retail build may also be considered. Knowledge of build materials, an understanding of CAD software and an IOSH certificate would be beneficial but are not essential. Most importantly we are looking for an ambitious individual with a willingness to learn and develop within this fantastic organisation!

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.

HYBRID WORKING + EXCELLENT PROGRESSION - This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a luxury incentive travel events company managing the client journey for exciting incentive trips in overseas exotic locations!

THE COMPANY

With a network of connections across the globe, this family-owned business has cemented their place in the events industry for over 10 years. Their international incentives take clients to some of the most scenic and luxurious locations across the globe, offering show-stopping experiences and unrivalled networking opportunities.

You will be working with some of the best in the incentives industry as an integral part of their sociable, friendly, and supportive team.

THE ROLE

Due to their continued success and growth, they are now looking an Event Delegate Manager to join their close-knit and friendly team.

Your key responsibilities will include:

-          Providing excellent customer service to clients

-          Using registration platforms and Microsoft Excel

-          Managing CRM and event management system data

-          Managing travel itineraries and delegate information

-          Booking flights and accommodation for delegates

-          Working closely with the Client Experience team

-          Working across multiple events at any given time

-          Inputting ideas to improve data and account management across events

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have come from an events agency or travel company, with solid delegate management experience and an understanding of registration platforms. You will be highly organised, with a customer service driven mindset and excellent communication skills.

In return, you will have the opportunity to be a part of some of the most exciting events in the industry, working on incentives in luxury locations and driving the events sector forward through facilitating unique networking opportunities. With excellent progression, hybrid working, and a fantastic benefits package - this is not an opportunity to be missed!

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 www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

Vacancy Ref: GS10692

INTERNATIONAL EVENTS + HYBRID WORKING + EXCELLENT COMMISSION - This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a luxury incentive travel events company selling attendance for exciting incentive trips in overseas exotic locations!

THE COMPANY

With a network of connections across the globe, this family-owned business has cemented their place in the events industry for over 10 years. Their international incentives take clients to some of the most scenic and luxurious locations across the globe, offering show-stopping experiences and unrivalled networking opportunities.

You won't just be working with some of the best in the incentives industry - you will also be able to visit these locations yourself!

THE ROLE

Due to their continued success and growth, they are now looking for two Senior Event Sales Executive's to join their close-knit and friendly team.

Your key responsibilities will include:

-          Building and developing sales, recruitment, and account management strategies

-          Maintaining relationships with the finest luxury hotels and top events companies

-          Account managing and recruiting clients, partners, and suppliers

-          Sourcing and recruiting senior-level events professionals

-          Creating a feeling of membership with clientele

-          Conducting proactive market research and identifying market changes

-          Working across a broad range of geographical regions

-          Developing reach and relationships across all key markets

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will be from either an events agency, 5* hotelier, or a similar luxury incentive travel company, with an understanding of the events industry in a sales capacity. You will be highly organised, with a KPI-driven mindset and excellent communication skills. Proactive sales experience is essential.

In return, you will have the opportunity to be a part of some of the most exciting events in the industry, visiting luxury locations and driving the events sector forward through facilitating unique networking opportunities. With excellent progression, hybrid working, and a fantastic benefits package - this is not an opportunity to be missed!

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 www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

Vacancy Ref: GS10691