Corporate Events Manager

Morgan McKinley; Greater London; In loco; GBP 65.000 - 138.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Morgan McKinley seeks an experienced Corporate Events & Marketing Specialist to join its global corporate marketing and events function on a 6 month contract.

You will own planning and delivery of high-profile corporate events, conferences, sponsorship activity, and brand initiatives across multiple markets.

Competenze

• 5+ years of experience in corporate or financial services events management.
• Experience delivering complex events, conferences and stakeholder programmes from concept to completion.
• Strong project management and attention to detail with excellent communication skills.
• Commercially minded with budgeting, supplier negotiations and contracts oversight.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Mansioni

• Plan and deliver corporate events, conferences, meetings and virtual experiences across domestic and international markets.
• Source venues, manage supplier relationships and budgets, and coordinate post-event evaluation.

Conoscenze

Event management

Stakeholder management

Project management

Budgeting

Vendor negotiations

CRM platforms (Cvent/Salesforce)

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Events/Marketing/Business

Strumenti

Cvent

Salesforce

Marketing Cloud

Descrizione del lavoro

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Events & Marketing Specialist to join an international organisation within its corporate marketing and events function on a 6 month contract.

This is a contract opportunity for an experienced events professional who can take ownership of the planning and delivery of high-profile corporate events, conferences, sponsorship activity and brand initiatives across multiple markets.

Working with internal stakeholders, clients, partners and external suppliers, you will help deliver engaging, well-organised events that support wider commercial and brand objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver corporate events, conferences, meetings and virtual experiences across domestic and international markets.
• Manage events from initial concept and venue sourcing through to delivery, stakeholder management and post-event evaluation.
• Measure event performance and produce post-event reports, identifying insights and recommendations for future activity.
• Manage event budgets across multiple currencies, including supplier negotiations, purchase orders and invoice processing.
• Ensure consistent application of corporate brand guidelines across physical and digital event materials.
• Source and coordinate premium promotional items and branded materials for events and marketing campaigns.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with venues, suppliers, industry bodies, partners and clients.
• Collaborate with creative and marketing teams to produce invitations, promotional materials and other event assets.
• Manage attendee registration, guest lists and client information in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.
• Research venues, emerging event formats, industry trends and best practices to enhance the event programme.
• Attend and represent the organisation at relevant industry events and conferences.
• Provide general administrative and project support to the wider corporate marketing and events function.
• Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, often across different markets and time zones.

Experience & Skills

• 5+ years' experience in corporate, financial services or professional events and meeting management.
• Experience managing complex events, conferences and stakeholder programmes from concept through to completion.
• Strong project management, organisational and prioritisation skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Commercially aware, with experience managing budgets, negotiating supplier costs and overseeing contracts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop effective relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Comfortable working independently while also contributing effectively within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines without compromising quality.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
• Experience with event management, CRM and marketing platforms such as Cvent, Salesforce, Marketing Cloud or equivalent systems.
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Events, Hospitality, Marketing, Communications, Business or a related discipline is desirable.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel when required, including for venue visits and onsite event delivery. Some evening and weekend work may be necessary.