Event Manager

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event management company is looking for an Event Manager to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and executing diverse events such as conferences and networking functions. The position requires at least 3 years of experience in the industry and offers a competitive salary of £38K - £40K per annum, along with performance-related bonuses and opportunities for international travel.

Benefits

Performance-related team bonuses

Personal 24/7 support programme

Increased annual leave entitlement

Opportunity for international travel

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in the events industry in a similar role.
• Able to manage complex events in-person, virtually, or hybrid.
• Proactive with a problem-solving approach.

Responsibilities

• Planning, organizing, and executing a variety of events.
• Liaising with clients as the main point of contact.
• Managing financial and budgeting responsibilities.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Communication

Fluency in Spanish or French

Job description

Job Type: Permanent/Full time - Hybrid/flexible working available after probationary period (six months)

Hours: Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours a week, core hours between 10am-12pm, 2pm-4pm

We are really excited to be supporting a wonderful event management company in their search for a Event Manager to join their team. You will be joining a vibrant team that all share the same values and passion for offering outstanding service to their clients.

Job Purpose:

As a Event Manager you will be responsible for planning, organising, and executing a wide range of events from conferences, annual kick-off, dinners, networking events and cultural experiences.

Duties include:

Virtual job fairs

• Managing projects from start to finish through the full event life cycle

• Acting as the main point of contact for clients, liaising on every aspect of the event

• Financial and budgeting responsibility, often in multiple currencies

• Creating the event concept in line with the client’s objectives

• Negotiations with the hotels, venues, and other suppliers

• Managing and supporting internal and external team members collaborating on the project

• Delivering events on site

• Reporting and analytics

What we're looking for:

• At least 3 year's experience in the events industry, working in a similar role

• Able to manage complex events in-person, virtually or as a hybrid

• Flexibility - You will need to be flexible to suit the needs of the business and their clients and this role will involve international travel so you must be prepared to stay away from home as and when required.

• A real problem solver with a proactive approach to their work

• Fluency in Spanish or French would be amazing but it is not a must

• Ideally, you will be located within a one-hour commute of Rye, East Sussex.

• Salary £38K - £40K per annum (depending on previous experience)

• Performance related team bonuses

• Access to a personal 24/7 support programme scheme

• Annual leave entitlement increased by one day per each year of service

• Encouragement to influence the company’s future and success with your suggestions and ideas

• Opportunity to travel to some amazing places/travel the world whilst working

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Created on 06/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom