Event Manager

Live Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned events organisation in London seeks an experienced Event Manager to oversee 30-40 events per year, both live and digital. You will manage all aspects from planning to delivery, ensuring a seamless experience for participants. Strong organisational skills and a proven background in event management are essential. The role offers hybrid working and promotes diversity in its hiring process.

Benefits

Flexible & hybrid working

25 days' annual leave + public holidays

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Season ticket & cycle loan schemes

Career progression & training

Qualifications

• Proven background in delivering corporate or association events.
• Experience in a similar role as an Event Manager.
• Ability to coordinate across departments and lead event teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-profile live and digital events.
• Manage budgets and create detailed event proposals.
• Secure venues and manage suppliers.
• Coordinate speakers and delegates.
• Ensure smooth delivery and a great delegate experience.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Effective communication

Budget management

Event logistics

Leadership

Job description

Overview

Hybrid working - 3 days in the office. Are you looking to join a fantastic organisation who deliver a range of international events, partnering with some high profile, well-known brands?

- Flexible & hybrid working (3 days in-office)

- 25 days' annual leave + public holidays

- Private healthcare & pension scheme

- Season ticket & cycle loan schemes

- Supportive, inclusive & mission-led culture

- Fantastic career progression & training

- Work that matters - every single day

The Company

This prestigious and independent association is a true leader in its field, with a membership of over 5,000 individuals and a global reputation for thought-leadership and practical debate. Their events are at the heart of international discourse - and you'll be at the centre of making that happen.

Renowned for delivering industry related live, virtual and hybrid events for an international audience of ministers and politicians, diplomats, government officials, universities, international organisations, think-tanks, businesses and civil society, such as panel discussions, conferences and webinars, this organisation are now looking to grow their events team with an Event Manager.

The Role

Due to continued growth they are now looking for an Event Manager to join their growing events team. This role covers every element of event logistics across live and virtual events

As an Event Manager, you\'ll take full ownership of events from concept to completion, including:

• Planning and delivering high-profile live and digital events
• Managing budgets and creating detailed event proposals
• Securing venues and managing suppliers
• Coordinating speakers and delegates - including government officials and global experts
• Managing event registration, invites, delegate packs, and evaluations
• Being onsite (or online!) to ensure smooth delivery and a great delegate experience
• Post event evaluation

The Candidate

Candidates should ideally be working in a similar role as an Event Manager for either an association or conference organiser delivering corporate event and conferences.

You're an experienced Event Manager who thrives in fast-paced, professional environments. You know what it takes to deliver seamless conferences and events - whether face-to-face or online - and you're cool, calm, and collaborative under pressure.

• Strong organisational skills with a hands-on, can-do attitude
• Proven background in delivering corporate or association events
• Confident leading event teams and coordinating across departments
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

This isn't just another event role - it's a chance to manage a diverse portfolio of 30-40 events a year that shape real-world discussions on politics, economics, health, the environment and beyond. Every event is an opportunity to deliver thought-provoking experiences that matter on a global stage.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Vacancy Ref: SP15802