Average Events Manager salary in the UK

Events and Exhibitions ManagerContract: 12 months maternity coverHours: Part-time. 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE)Salary: £36,677- £40,800 per annum (pro rata to £29,341- £32,640) depending on experience and qualificationsLocation: South Kensington, London, SW7 2AR The Society The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) is the learned society and professional body for geography and geographers. It is also a charity and a membership organisation. The Society was founded in 1830 and has been one of the most active of the learned societies ever since. It was pivotal in establishing geography as a teaching and research discipline in British universities and continues to play a key role in geographical and environmental education. The Role As part of a small team, the Events and Exhibitions Manager will support the Head of Venue and New Business Development with sales, planning and delivery of events and exhibitions for external venue hire clients as well as support Society colleagues with internal event planning. Event support includes use of the computerised room bookings system, ability to set-up and operate basic audio-visual and IT equipment, event support and post-event administration including customer invoicing. The Events and Exhibitions Manager will also work with colleagues in an extended team, including Facilities Manager, Front of House and Audio-Visual staff, plus contracted cleaners and commissionaires in providing a first-rate service primarily for these third- party events. Benefits There are a range of benefits at the Society which include the following: 35-hour working week with core working hours between 10.00am-4.00pm.Flexible working arrangements are available with a mix of office based and home working.25 days annual leave per annum plus public bank holidays.Society closure between Christmas and New Year, in addition to the basic annual leave allowance.Pension scheme - 3% employee, 7.5% employer.Group Life Assurance at four-times basic annual salary.Corporate eye care vouchers.Cycle to work scheme.Free 24-hour Employee Assistance helpline with available counselling support. Closing date: 9.00am on Thursday 19 June. Interviews are planned to take place in the week commencing 23 June. We thank, in advance, all candidates for applying and regret we are unable to write separately to those who are not selected for interview. Interested?If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. The Society aims to be an equal opportunities employer. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The Society is unable to offer work visa sponsorships. No agencies please.

What’s in it for you? Client-focused role in a growing, innovative events company | Competitive salary with performance bonus | Work with exciting clients in a dynamic industry | Career development and progression opportunities | Be part of a collaborative and high-performing team | Growing business that has doubled in size in the last year Must Have’s • Previous account management or client-facing experience• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills• Strong commercial awareness and decision-making ability• Proven ability to manage projects and hit performance targets• Confident handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment• Willingness to travel for client visits and on-site meetings Nice to have’s • Background in events, exhibitions, or the AV industry• Knowledge of Health & Safety and sustainable business practices• Experience working with senior stakeholders or high-profile clients• Familiarity with CRM systems and reporting on KPIs So what will you be doing? • Managing a portfolio of clients and developing long-term relationships• Supporting the Exhibition Manager in achieving sales and retention targets• Leading projects and ensuring seamless client delivery from start to finish• Identifying new business opportunities and expanding your client base• Attending client visits and providing on-site support• Promoting health, safety, and sustainability in all aspects of your work• Meeting and exceeding KPIs while maintaining strong client satisfaction Helpful extras • Office-based role in Tewkesbury with travel to client sites• Standard hours with occasional flexibility required and the opportunity to attend events • Join a friendly passionate team that values proactivity, innovation, and client excellenceInterested? Send your most up-to-date CV to Alicia at i2i recruitment today!Our mission of 'Making Recruitment Personal’ also means making recruitment fair. As a result, we are committed to reviewing every application with a sense of diversity and inclusion.We strive to personally connect with each applicant, but due to current circumstances, this is not always possible. If you haven't received a response within 5 working days, please understand that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

My client, a corporate Conference and Events based organisation, seek a Senior Event Manager to join their expanding team in one of their busiest divisions. This role will manage people, drive process improvements and oversee event planning of conferences in a variety of professional industries. We are looking for someone who is a passionate leader, is proactive, a great communicator and will ensure deadlines and budgets are managed efficiently. Key Responsibilities: People Management Leadership & Team Development: Provide strong direction, set clear goals, and foster a high-performance, collaborative culture through coaching, feedback, and professional development.Empowerment & Decision-Making: Encourage team autonomy, delegate tasks effectively, and support independent decision-making while ensuring successful outcomes.Performance & Recognition: Conduct evaluations, offer constructive feedback, and recognize achievements to motivate and develop team members.Communication: Address team issues proactively, promoting open dialogue and collaboration to maintain a positive work environment. Event Management Event logistics: Oversee team event planning and execution, ensuring tasks, deadlines, and objectives are met while maintaining high customer satisfaction.Budget & Cost Management: Monitor event budgets to ensure cost-effectiveness, financial adherence, and maximum ROI.Vendor & Logistics Coordination: Supervise relationships with suppliers and vendors, ensuring smooth execution of logistics with venues, catering, and audio visual.Risk & Performance Management: Oversee risk mitigation, proactively addressing issues, and leveraging data-driven insights to support decision making and optimize event success.Innovation & Industry Trends: Stay updated on industry advancements and implement innovative approaches to enhance event effectiveness.Team Leadership & Collaboration: Provide leadership, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure alignment with key stakeholders across departments. Process Management Workflow & Efficiency Improvements: Continuously evaluate and optimize department processes, implementing innovations to enhance productivity.Cross-Department Collaboration: Ensure seamless coordination with marketing, sales, production, and tech for aligned efforts.Documentation & Performance Tracking: Maintain accurate records, generate reports, and analyse KPIs to drive informed decision-making.Training & Continuous Learning: Provide training opportunities and foster a culture of continuous improvement for professional growth. The ideal candidate for this role must have 4+ years of event management experience, specifically within the conference and exhibition field, 2 of these with line management experience. It is important that you have a willingness and ability to travel occasionally to Europe & United States of America. This role is hybrid and currently requires at least one day in the London based office. Salary up to 46K plus bonus & bens Apply now for immediate consideration.