Business Development Manager / Head of Events

Live Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events agency in London seeks a Business Development Manager / Head of Events to drive business growth and expand offerings within the event sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial background in business development, experience in securing high-value clients, and the ability to develop key relationships. This hybrid role offers an exciting opportunity to lead initiatives and make a significant impact in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Proven success in business development and securing high-value clients.
• Experience in scenic build or creative services sector preferred.
• Strong network within the events sector.

Responsibilities

• Identifying, targeting, and securing new business opportunities.
• Leading client pitches and securing new business.
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure deliverables.

Skills

Business Development

Client Pitching

Relationship Building

Market Knowledge

Education

Degree in Business or Related Field

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Business Development Manager / Head of Events, London

Client: Live Recruitment

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Job Reference: d4b83ae3ee93

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Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

Hybrid working - An exciting and unique opportunity to join this ambitious company and play a pivotal role in the development of a new offering!

THE COMPANY

This highly regarded company is a global leader in premium visual merchandising solutions and scenic builds for the luxury retail sector. With a passionate and dedicated team, they pride themselves on exceptional quality and flawless delivery. All design, fabrication, and production are in-house, partnering with the world's most prestigious brands to bring retail environments to life! They work on projects including pop-ups, in-store installations, luxury window displays, and bespoke visual storytelling, marking an exciting phase in their development.

THE ROLE

With ambitious growth plans, they are seeking a BDM / Head of Events to drive the business forward. This dual role involves expanding their offering and establishing new revenue streams within the event agency and end-client space, before leading the team to ensure successful delivery. Responsibilities include:

• Identifying, targeting, and securing new business opportunities
• Identifying opportunities for growth
• Leading client pitches and securing new business
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure deliverables
• Maintaining knowledge of sector trends, competitor activity, and innovations
• Providing regular reports and sales forecasts to senior leadership

THE CANDIDATE

Candidates should have a strong commercial background with proven success in business development and securing high-value clients. Experience within scenic build, creative services sector, or for an event or production agency is preferred. Candidates must be able to develop relationships, confidently pitch, and have a strong network within the events sector.

This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career and grow your experience within an established business. Don't miss out!

As a specialist events recruitment agency, we promote diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to a supportive and accessible recruitment process; please inform us of any accommodations needed.