Are you a highly organised and creative Event Manager will a passion for understanding your audience and delivering events to a very high standard?

Do you have experience working in a fast-paced global environment, building effective relationships?

Are you confident briefing and managing senior stakeholders?

Our client, a technology and data driven investment manager, is looking for an Events Manager with excellent interpersonal skills to join their Communications team and manage all aspects of event planning and execution.

This role involves the creative and operational elements of event management, with a focus on delivering engaging and tailored experiences for colleagues.

The position is predominantly office-based, with some evening events, and may require occasional international travel.

What you’ll be doing day to day:

• Planning and delivering a range of events such as team building/celebrations, internal conferences and talks, and large-scale company events
• Supporting events involving external groups using the firm’s event space
• Serving as the primary event lead, managing logistics and ensuring effective and cost-efficient execution of all event activity
• Collaborating with teams such as office management and facilities to ensure seamless event delivery, adhering to internal processes
• Providing logistical support to other teams managing their own internal and off-site events, including philanthropic initiatives
• Driving employee engagement by promoting events through internal channels and gathering feedback to improve future events
• Negotiating with venues and suppliers, securing competitive rates and building strong relationships
• Acting as the internal expert on recommending venues, restaurants, and activities tailored to the event's size, budget, and objectives
• Developing creative concepts to ensure memorable and impactful event experiences

The skills you need to bring:

• Proven event management experience, including working with venues and suppliers
• Experience in briefing and liaising with speakers and high-profile guests
• Experience in organising global events or working in an international environment is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable working with people at all levels, including senior leadership
• Ability to quickly grasp company culture and employee demographics to tailor events
• Extremely organised with excellent time management and prioritisation skills
• Solid promotional skills to maximise participation and engagement; an understanding of or background in communications, marketing, or PR is desirable
• Familiarity with event management tools and software
• Knowledge of AV equipment, presentation packages (e.g. PowerPoint), and digital recording (video) is beneficial
• Creative thinker with a flair for developing unique, engaging events

Posted date: 29 Oct 2024