Event/Conference Planner - mainly remote

Tiger Recruitment; Egham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A global research and advisory firm is seeking a Temporary Conference Planner to manage both virtual and in-person events. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in event planning, strong communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure. Responsibilities include managing event operations, liaising with teams, and enhancing attendee engagement. This role offers flexibility with remote work, requiring one day a week in the office near Heathrow, and involves occasional UK travel. Apply now if you are looking for a dynamic opportunity in event planning.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Work from home flexibility

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in event planning or conferences.
• Experienced in coordinating both virtual and in-person events.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end operations of virtual events.
• Liaise with internal partners for event delivery.
• Train stakeholders on virtual event tools and systems.
• Enhance virtual attendee engagement and event experience.
• Support both UK and international conferences.

Skills

Event planning

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Technical proficiency

Job description

Temporary Conference Planner – Global Research and Advisory Firm

Starting 5th January – 31st December 2026
Remote with 1 day a week in the Surrey Office (Near Heathrow)

8:30 – 5:00 pm
£18.50/hour + holiday pay

A fantastic opportunity has for a confident, organised, and people-focused Event/Conference Planner to join a prestigious global business information and advisory firm.

This ongoing temp role involves supporting the planning and execution of expert-led events, conferences at high-profile conferences, both in person and virtually.

They are looking for someone with previous experience both virtual and in-person conferences and events.

What you’ll do:

• Manage the end-to-end operational delivery of virtual events, including registration setup, logistics coordination, and live execution.
• Liaise with internal partners to gather event specifications and ensure smooth delivery.
• Train stakeholders on virtual event tools, registration systems and best practices.
• Find new ways to improve virtual attendee engagement and enhance the event experience.
• Drive workflow efficiencies for high-volume events.
• Collaborate with global conferences teams on processes, improvements and consistency.
• Support both UK and international conferences — with travel mainly between February and June (passport required).
• Take on ad-hoc projects to evolve virtual event products and operations.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Minimum 2+ years of professional experience
• Experience with virtual and in-person events, conferences, or virtual event delivery.
• Confident supporting onsite or virtual conference work.
• Tech savvy, calm, professional and composed when working under pressure.
• A proactive problem solver who works well with limited direction or ambiguous information.
• Exceptional communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• Highly organised with great time management and impeccable attention to detail.
• Must live within commutable distance of Egham and be available onsite 1 day per week.

• Flexible and happy to travel to UK-based conferences (around 10–15%)

If you’re immediately available and looking to join a highly respected, global brand delivering impactful conference experiences and enjoy varied, hands-on work that combines remote support, live events, and logistics, please apply today.

REF: AA141518

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