Conferences Operations Lead

Presidents Summit Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Presidents Summit Ltd. in London is seeking an operations lead responsible for the end-to-end execution of 10 European private equity conferences a year—covering venues, suppliers, on-site teams, and the overall experience.

You will own operational standards, ship details under tight deadlines, and collaborate with a fast-moving, entrepreneurial team. The role offers real responsibility and opportunities to impact a scaling events business from its UK hub.

Qualifications

• Please note you must have a UK work permit.
• We are looking to incorporate candidates across different levels of experience.
• Training is provided for this role.

Responsibilities

• Source, compare, and find the best suppliers for various event needs.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness and high-quality services.
• Maintain positive relationships with suppliers, addressing any issues or concerns.
• Budget review and management to ensure all changes are raised ahead of time.
• Planning sponsored VIP events, lunches, dinners, and after-hours activities.
• Coordinating with venue staff to ensure all logistical details are in place.
• Provide on-site support during events, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Keep track and condense internal team queries.
• Maintain inventory tracking and regularly update event inventory sheets.
• Quality check of design aspects such as banners, signage, brochures, and other promotional materials.
• Hire, train, and manage a 40-person organisation of volunteers.

Skills

Relentless drive

Excellent communication

Well-organised

Job description

Presidents Summit Ltd. in London is seeking an operations lead responsible for the end-to-end execution of 10 European private equity conferences a year—covering venues, suppliers, on-site teams, and the overall experience.

You will own operational standards, ship details under tight deadlines, and collaborate with a fast-moving, entrepreneurial team. The role offers real responsibility and opportunities to impact a scaling events business from its UK hub.