Event Manager

We are recruiting for an experienced Event Manager for a company who are leading in their industry.

As the Event Manager, you will take on a pivotal role in our client's events department, overseeing all aspects of planning and delivery. Your responsibilities will include:

• Line management of the events team, ensuring effective coordination and collaboration
• Managing the events calendar, scheduling annual conferences, socials, and bespoke events
• Taking overall responsibility for the events department budget and ensuring profitability
• Organising and coordinating all aspects of conferences, socials, and roundtable events, including venue management, supplier coordination, and speaker invitations
• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with sponsors and partners
• Leading marketing efforts for all events, working closely with production and editorial teams on marketing campaigns
• Negotiating and managing suppliers, such as venues, audio-visual companies, and photographers
• Handling delegate management and addressing event-related queries

Overseeing the on-site execution of events, including set-up, team and supplier management, speaker and sponsor care, and issue management

Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

• To be successful in this role, you will need:
• Proven experience in managing Business to Business events
• Previous experience in line management
• A graduate degree with a 2:1 or a 1st class
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated experience in delivering projects within deadlines and budget constraints
• Both a team player and able to work independently
• Good analytical skills for campaign monitoring and post-event analysis

Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

• Knowledge of event marketing strategies
• Familiarity with event management software
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with event management software (preferred but not required)

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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