Event Director - Tech & Data Sector

Media Search Inc.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in networking events is seeking an Event Director to shape event propositions and drive growth. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of B2B events experience, including product leadership. You will manage and mentor a cross-functional team, ensuring that every product meets commercial goals. This role offers a competitive salary between £60,000 - £80,000 plus a 20% bonus, and is based in London.

Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience in B2B events or community-led businesses.
• 3+ years in a product or portfolio leadership role.
• Ability to manage budgets, P&L, and KPI tracking.

Responsibilities

• Lead product strategy and development for events.
• Conduct market analysis and competitor research.
• Mentor cross-functional teams and manage senior product managers.

Skills

B2B events expertise

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Commercial acumen

Job description

Event Directors – Tech & Data Space

£60-80,000 (DOE) + 20% Bonus

London x2 office

My client is a global leader of large-scale, international networking events, memberships and news covering the Tech, Telco & Data Sector, now going through an exciting growth period for early 2026 seeking a talented Event Director / Head of Product the lead on portfolios.

Synopsis of the Role

• Reporting to the portfolio Managing Director, you will shape event propositions, drive growth, and ensure each product meets its commercial, strategic, and brand objectives.
• You will manage and mentor a team of Senior and Product Managers, working cross-functionally with content, marketing, operations, and sales to deliver world-class event experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Events Leadership & Strategy
  • Lead product strategy and development for a defined group of events within the international portfolio.
  • Conduct extensive research, analyse data, competitive landscapes, addressable market, identifying trends and opportunities.
  • Translate portfolio objectives into actionable plans for each event — including value proposition, audience growth, feature innovation, and brand positioning.
• Product Development & Innovation
  • Identify and pilot new product features — such as advisory councils, awards, innovation showcases, and digital matchmaking tools.
  • Champion the customer experience, ensuring every event is insight-led, differentiated, and commercially viable.
• Market Intelligence & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Conduct ongoing market analysis to track industry trends, competitor positioning, and audience needs.
  • Cultivate a community of trusted sources among the leaders of the industry in your regions, securing a minimum of 70% of the leading figures as speakers at events.
  • Create segmented engagement strategies and adapt content to cross-channel campaigns.
  • Originate and curate high quality content to fuel marketing campaigns.
  • Represent the client externally at industry events, partner meetings, and client sessions as a thought leader.
• Attributes
  • 6+ years’ experience in B2B events, media, or community-led businesses, including 3+ years in a product or portfolio leadership role.
  • Proven ability to grow event brands commercially and strategically.
  • Strong commercial and analytical skills — comfortable with budgets, P&L ownership, and KPI tracking.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with confidence at senior
  • Strong people leadership experience, with the ability to motivate and mentor cross-functional teams.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset — curious, creative, and outcome-focused.