Conference Producer - Global Finance

Informa PLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global events company is looking for a Conference Producer in Greater London to drive strategy and produce leading events in the wealth management sector. You'll conduct market research, create agendas, and build relationships with industry leaders. A minimum of a 2:1 university degree and 3 years' experience in event production are required. The role offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to work from home.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical cover

ShareMatch scheme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Results driven and determined to meet targets.
• Background in finance sector is a bonus.
• Experience in recruiting high-calibre speakers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends.
• Create compelling, insight-driven agendas.
• Emcee and lead the event on-site.

Skills

Results driven

Resourceful

Strong copywriting skills

Approachable

Confident

Articulate

Education

Minimum 2:1 university degree

3 years' experience in conference/event production

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

As a Conference Producer, you'll drive the strategy and shape the future of our industry-leading events in the wealth management sector. You’ll focus on IMpower, our flagship investment management event with a prestigious 35-year track record, before expanding responsibilities to include additional events across our wealth portfolio. This dynamic role combines market intelligence, relationship-building with senior industry leaders, and content curation to create exceptional experiences for professional audiences. You’ll work hand in glove with the Head of Production — from initial concept through to live delivery — crafting compelling agendas that attract C-level speakers and deliver strong commercial results.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research via calls, meetings, and desk research to identify trends, opportunities, and audience needs
• Analyse industry trends, past event data, competitor events, and audience feedback to inform event strategy
• Collaborate with the Head of Production to set annual event objectives
• Create compelling, insight-driven agendas that reflect market priorities
• Write high-quality, benefit oriented marketing copy for websites, brochures, and campaigns
• Identify, recruit, and secure senior-level speakers, negotiating fees and managing budgets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with industry leaders, sponsors, and partners
• Work strategically with sponsors to place their speakers appropriately within the programme, balancing commercial requirements with content integrity
• Source guest speakers from outside the core industry to bring fresh perspectives
• Work closely with key market stakeholders and media partners to secure top tier speakers
• Partner with sponsorship, exhibition, and marketing teams to maximise commercial opportunities and audience reach
• Design and support content-led marketing campaigns, including social media initiatives
• Identify and develop new revenue-generating opportunities
• Oversee event experience with the delivery team
• Emcee and lead the event on-site, including opening sessions
• Conduct on-site research to inform future events and produce post-event reports
• Occasional domestic and international travel required

Qualifications

• A minimum 2:1 university degree
• Minimum 3 years' experience in conference/event production
• You are results driven, resourceful in finding solutions, determined to meet your targets and adaptive to a change in plans
• You are approachable, confident, and articulate
• Proven ability to design commercially successful event agendas
• You enjoy the thrill of recruiting high-calibre speakers
• Computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong copywriting skills
• Finance sector experience is a bonus, but not essential

About Informa

We\'re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100 who are #3 in Glassdoor\'s Best Places to Work 2025 UK list. Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses. About Informa Connect - Global Finance Informa Connect is a global leader in specialist events, bringing together industry decision-makers to learn, network, and drive business growth. Our Global Finance division connects the world\'s financial leaders through market-leading events that deliver top insights and unrivalled networking opportunities in Real Estate, Private Capital and Wealth. Within our Wealth portfolio, we produce some of the most respected and influential events in the industry such as IMpower, Wealth Management Edge and GAIM Ops Cayman- connecting asset managers, wealth managers, private banks, family offices, IFAs and other investors. Be part of the events team shaping the wealth industry.

We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. That\'s why we work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more. When you\'re not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces — like at an Informa event — you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely. We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here\'s some of what you can expect when you join us.

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning; internal job moves are encouraged and supported
• Time out: 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days after two years, plus a birthday leave day and the option to work from (almost) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• Personal benefits: a range to choose from, plus company funded private medical cover
• ShareMatch scheme: become an Informa shareholder with free matching shares
• Strong wellbeing support: EAP, mental health first aiders, a healthy living subsidy, health app access, and more
• Awards: recognition for great work with global awards and kudos programmes
• Global collaboration: opportunity to collaborate with teams around the world