Average Events Manager salary in the UK

Events Manager- Business & Finance EventsLondon (Hybrid Flex, 3 days office – Travel North America, Asia & EuropeSalary £36,000 + BenefitsMy client is an award-winning team delivering a portfolio of market-leading events, research reports, newsletters and digital content across investor relations & governance sectors, due to continued expansion a role has arisen for an Events Manager.About this roleThis is a hands-on role at the heart of the event operations team. You'll take full ownership of your own events, running them end-to-end from venue and supplier negotiation through to onsite delivery. Your events will range from intimate half-day formats such as breakfast briefings, luncheons and roundtable discussions, through to forums and think tanks, with audiences ranging from around 20 to 200 guests.You'll lead venue and AV conversations for your events from the outset, negotiating with confidence as you get to know our suppliers, standards and company-specific ways of working. ResponsibilitiesSource, negotiate and manage contracts and relationships with venues and key suppliers, including but not limited to AV, photography and printSet up and track your event budgets, keeping spend accurate and on planSet up and update event pages on our website (built on WordPress)Work with the producer on AV, speakers, slides and pre-event checksProduce accurate running orders and event documentation, and lead staff briefingsLead onsite operations for your events, troubleshooting in real time and maintaining a calm, professional delivery environmentLead post-event wrap-ups and evaluations, capturing learnings and implementing improvementsUse HubSpot for your event reporting and data quality checksHelp improve scalable processes, templates and best practices across the events programRun the live briefing on Bright TALK, managing slides, speakers and the virtual delivery on the dayExperience Required2 years' experience managing B2B events end-to-end, including sourcing and negotiating with venues and suppliersStrong project management and organizational skills, able to juggle multiple concurrent events of varying size, format, geography and complexity to tight deadlinesA problem-solver who stays calm under pressure and is comfortable troubleshooting in real time onsitePersonable and quick to build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders, including sponsors, delegates and suppliersGenuinely tech-minded and quick to learn new tools, comfortable across their tech stack or able to pick it up fast: a CMS (we use WordPress), webinar platform, CRM and registration tools (HubSpot experience is an advantage)Proactive in using AI and automation to improve processes and increase efficiency, with a real appetite to build these skills furtherCommercially aware, confident tracking and managing event budgets, and focused on delivering events that are commercially successful and professionally executed, on budget and to a high standard

Event ManagerLondon / Hybrid We're looking for a creative, commercially minded Event Manager to join a dynamic events team delivering high-profile corporate events, conferences, incentives, meetings and experiences. This is an opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced event agency environment, enjoys working with demanding clients and suppliers, and is energised by turning ambitious briefs into exceptional live experiences. You'll be comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously, taking ownership from the initial brief through to delivery, and staying calm, creative and solutions-focused when plans change.The opportunity You'll manage a varied portfolio of exciting client programmes, ranging from conferences, meetings and incentives to corporate experiences, team-building events and destination programmes. Working closely with clients, venues, suppliers and internal teams, you'll take responsibility for bringing each event to life — from creative concept and planning through to on-site delivery and post-event review. You'll be someone who enjoys being hands-on, has excellent attention to detail and understands that successful events come from combining creativity, commercial thinking, organisation and outstanding client service.What you'll doOwn events from the initial client brief through to delivery and post-event review.Develop creative ideas and practical event solutions that bring client objectives to life.Manage multiple high-profile events and projects simultaneously, often to tight deadlines.Build strong, trusted relationships with clients and act as a confident day-to-day point of contact.Manage event budgets, profitability, invoicing and financial reconciliation.Deliver conferences, meetings, incentives, team-building activities, corporate experiences and off-site events.Research and source creative venues, destinations, hotels and event suppliers.Brief, negotiate with and manage suppliers, venues, production partners and other event specialists.Lead client meetings, presentations, planning calls and event updates.Coordinate event logistics, timelines, delegate requirements and on-site delivery.Work closely with creative, production, operations, travel and other specialist teams to deliver seamless events.Manage venue and supplier risk assessments and ensure appropriate event procedures are followed.Anticipate problems before they happen and find creative solutions when plans change.Identify opportunities to enhance the client experience and develop commercial opportunities.Gather client feedback and contribute ideas to continually improve event delivery.Support colleagues, share knowledge and contribute to a positive, energetic team culture.What you'll bringProven experience managing corporate events, conferences, incentives, meetings or experiential programmes, ideally within an event agency.Experience delivering fast-paced, high-profile or complex events with multiple stakeholders.A creative mindset and the ability to turn a client brief into an engaging and memorable event.Excellent client management, communication and negotiation skills.Strong commercial awareness and experience managing event budgets.Confidence presenting ideas and recommendations to senior clients.Excellent organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.A calm, proactive and solutions-focused approach — particularly when working under pressure.Strong knowledge of UK and international venues, destinations and event suppliers.The ability to build effective relationships with suppliers, production partners and internal teams.Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.Experience with event management platforms such as Cvent, EventsForce or similar would be advantageous.The ideal candidate You'll be someone who loves events — not just the planning, but the energy, creativity and problem-solving that come with delivering them. Ideally, you'll have worked for an event agency, creative agency, experiential agency or similar fast-paced environment, where you've had exposure to high-profile clients, tight deadlines and complex live events. Email - for more details

Events OrganiserNorth East Leicestershirec£40,000 p.a.Are you an experienced Events professional with a passion for creating memorable experiences that people want to come back to?Do you love the challenge of bringing completely different events to life, from garden shows and Christmas markets to live entertainment and family days?Are you as confident managing the detail, logistics and compliance as you are coming up with exciting new ideas?The Company:ER Recruitment are excited to be working with our client, an established and highly regarded leisure business in Leicestershire, offering a varied programme of experiences and events throughout the year.With an ambitious programme spanning entertainment, seasonal events, family experiences, exhibitions and special events, they are looking for an experienced Events Organiser to help develop new ideas and bring a diverse programme to life.Role & Responsibilities of the Events Organiser:Take events from the initial idea through to planning, coordination and successful delivery, creating experiences that excite and engage visitorsDevelop new event concepts and advise on opportunities, trends and ideas that could add to the company's programmeCoordinate the practical detail, including suppliers, contractors, performers, exhibitors, logistics, timings, access and visitor flowWork closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure every event is professionally planned and deliveredTake ownership of event health & safety, risk assessments, licensing and compliance, working with outsourced H&S providers where requiredManage event budgets, costs and resources while keeping the visitor experience at the heart of every decisionAbout You as the Events Organiser:An experienced Events professional with a proven track record of organising and delivering varied and engaging eventsCreative and full of ideas, with the ability to spot opportunities and turn them into commercially viable eventsHighly organised and operationally strong, with the ability to manage multiple events, suppliers and deadlinesConfident in event health & safety, risk assessments, licensing and compliance, with a strong understanding of what is required to deliver safe and successful eventsA natural relationship builder who can work confidently with stakeholders, suppliers, contractors and partnersCalm under pressure, practical and proactive, with the energy and enthusiasm to make things happenPlease note by applying for this role you give consent for ER Recruitment to retain your CV for up to 24 months for the purposes of assisting you to find your next role unless you notify us otherwise.While we aim to get back to all applicants, if you do not receive a response within 7 working days then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.We are here to help with your career so please send a copy of your CV to us. If you know of anyone else who is looking for their next opportunity, please feel free to refer them to us or pass on our details.We look forward to hearing from you.