Conference Producer

William Reed Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Long service holiday reward

Christmas office closure

Holiday purchase scheme

MeDay

Volunteering day

Hybrid and agile working

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance

Group Income Protection

Family-friendly policies

Health and wellbeing support

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and IN

Disability Confident CommittedEmployer

Cycle to Work scheme

Electric Car scheme

Job summary

William Reed Ltd. in Brighton is seeking a Conference Producer to shape conference programmes at the intersection of science, innovation and sustainability. You will translate market insight into engaging content involving senior decision-makers and investors.

You will research trends, recruit high-profile speakers and work with commercial teams to maximise impact. Travel to international events may be required.

Qualifications

• Strong research and analytical skills to identify industry trends and opportunities.
• Curious mindset with interest in technology, innovation and evolving industries.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of how content, audiences and sponsorships drive event success.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills with senior executives.
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear, engaging conference content.
• Effective project and stakeholder management across multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Research industry trends, emerging technology and customer challenges to identify opportunities for new and existing programmes.
• Conduct in-depth interviews with senior executives and industry experts to shape market-leading content.
• Design commercially relevant conference agendas with audience value and industry relevance.
• Recruit and secure high-profile speakers and build relationships across sectors.
• Create compelling agenda copy, speaker briefings and programme content.
• Collaborate with commercial, marketing and operations teams to maximise audience engagement and sponsorship opportunities.
• Manage multiple conference projects from concept to live delivery.

Skills

Research

Analytical thinking

Curiosity

Commercial awareness

Communication

Relationship-building

Project management

Stakeholder management

Proactive mindset

Travel willingness

Job description

Description

As a Conference Producer, you'll work at the intersection of science, innovation, business and sustainability, shaping the conversations defining the future of food, nutrition, agriculture, materials and water. You'll identify emerging trends, analyse market developments and translate insight into compelling conference programmes that bring together senior decision-makers, innovators and investors from across these rapidly evolving sectors.

Department: Conference Production

Location: Brighton

What You’ll Be Doing

• Researching industry trends, emerging technologies and customer challenges to identify opportunities for new and existing conference programmes
• Conducting in-depth interviews with senior executives and industry experts to gather insight and shape market‑leading event content
• Designing commercially relevant conference agendas that deliver audience value, industry relevance and support business growth
• Recruiting and securing high‑profile speakers, building trusted relationships across key sectors and markets
• Creating compelling agenda copy, speaker briefings and programme content that translates complex topics into engaging event experiences
• Collaborating with commercial, marketing and operations teams to maximise audience engagement, sponsorship opportunities and event success
• Managing multiple conference projects simultaneously, ensuring programmes are delivered to a high standard from concept through to live event delivery

What You’ll Need

• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to identify emerging trends, market developments and commercial opportunities
• A naturally curious mindset and genuine interest in technology, innovation and evolving industries
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of how content, audiences and sponsorship opportunities contribute to event success
• Outstanding communication and relationship‑building skills, with the confidence to engage and build credibility with senior executives and industry leaders
• The ability to gather complex information and translate it into clear, engaging and commercially relevant conference programmes and agendas
• Effective project management and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across teams
• A proactive, self‑motivated approach, with the confidence to take ownership of projects and build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Willingness to travel to international events as required

Benefits & Initiatives

• Generous annual leave –25 days plus standard England and Wales bank holidays for full-time employees
• Long service holiday reward – Receive an extra day's annual leave for each year of service after six years, up to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays for full-time colleagues
• Christmas office closure – Enjoy additional paid leave between Christmas Day and New Year's Day to cover discretionary office closure days
• Holiday purchase scheme – Buy up to three additional days' annual leave each year and spread the cost over up to six months
• MeDay – Take an additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday, a cultural or religious event, or another occasion that is meaningful to you
• Volunteering day – One paid day each year to support a charity, community group or cause close to your heart
• Hybrid and agile working – Flexible ways of working to help you balance work and life commitments (role dependent)
• Enhanced pension contributions – Benefit from employer pension contributions above the statutory minimum
• Life assurance – Providing financial protection and peace of mind for you and your loved ones
• Group Income Protection – Financial support if you're unable to work due to long‑term illness or injury
• Family-friendly policies – Enhanced pay entitlements to support you and your family during important life events
• Health and wellbeing support, including:
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Virtual GP service
  • Health and wellbeing resources and tools
• Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion – Supported by employee‑led networks, with a culture where everyone feels welcome and valued. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer
• Cycle to Work scheme – Save money and support a healthier commute
• Electric Car scheme – Access an affordable and sustainable way to drive an electric vehicle