Event Manager

Eventful Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic event management agency is seeking an Event Manager to create exceptional, tailor-made events. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse range of projects, ensuring client satisfaction and profitability. Candidates with at least two years of experience within the events industry are encouraged to apply. This position offers a hybrid working model with office presence in Central London. Competitive salary ranges from £36,000 to £40,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in the events industry preferred, ideally MICE sector.
• Comfortable managing event budgets from quoting to final reconciliation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive, self-motivated approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to manage expectations and ensure communication.
• Manage budgets to ensure projects are delivered profitably.
• Research and propose venues, securing best rates and contracts.
• Develop detailed event proposals and present options to clients.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with clients and suppliers.
• Oversee on-site event management responsibilities.
• Maintain project files, tracking actions, deadlines, and budgets.
• Stay current with industry trends and knowledge.

Skills

Client & Project Management

Financial & Commercial Management

Communication

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Tech Savvy

Flexibility

Willingness to Travel

Tools

Google Suite (Sheets, Slides)

Job description

Overview

Eventful is a renowned agency specialising in venue sourcing, incentives, and event management, serving a wide range of clients across various industries. We provide a highly personalised, consultative service tailored to each client's unique needs—whether it’s organising an intimate dinner for 10 or managing a large-scale international conference for 800.

Hybrid working (1-2 days a week in the office, which is in Central London)

Salary: £36,000.00-£40,000.00 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 09:30-18:00

Closing date: Wednesday 29th October 2025

Role summary

As a dynamic and passionate Event Manager, you will be at the heart of our mission to create exceptional, tailor-made events. You will work closely with our team and clients to manage a diverse range of projects from start to finish, from intimate dinners to large-scale international conferences. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented individual eager to develop their skills in event management (approximately 30%), venue sourcing (approximately 70%), and client relations within a fast-paced, creative agency.

We are looking for someone with a solid understanding of the events industry who thrives on delivering outstanding results. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience and is driven to build strong relationships with clients and suppliers while managing multiple projects simultaneously and keeping a keen eye on the commercial details.

Key Responsibilities

• Client & Project Management: Collaborate with clients and the internal team to understand event briefs, manage expectations, and ensure seamless communication throughout the event life cycle.
• Financial & Commercial Management: Manage event budgets, ensuring projects are delivered profitably. Includes budget tracking, financial reconciliation, and maintaining a strong commercial awareness in all client and supplier negotiations.
• Venue & Supplier Sourcing: Research and propose venues and destinations. Negotiate contracts and secure the best rates and concessions with suppliers to deliver maximum value for our clients.
• Proposal Creation: Develop professional, detailed event proposals using Google Sheets and Google Slides, ensuring information is accurate and aligned with the client’s vision. Confident in presenting options if required.
• Relationship Building: Cultivate strong relationships with clients and suppliers, providing excellent service to meet and exceed needs.
• On-site Management: Take on event management responsibilities, either independently or as part of a team, to ensure smooth on-site execution.
• Administrative Support: Maintain and update all project files, tracking actions, deadlines, and budgets to ensure projects are delivered on time and within financial parameters.
• Industry Knowledge: Stay current with trends and expand knowledge of venues and destinations by attending industry events, site inspections, and educational trips.

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: At least two years of experience in the events industry is preferred, ideally within the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events) sector.
• Financial & Commercial Acumen: Comfortable managing event budgets from quoting to final reconciliation, with solid commercial awareness in negotiations.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Attention to Detail: Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail for accurate proposals and complex logistics.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive, self-motivated approach to tackling challenges and delivering results.
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Google Suite (Sheets, Slides, etc.).
• Flexibility: Ability to manage multiple live projects and deadlines while adapting to a hybrid work environment (1-2 days in Central London). Willingness to travel overseas, with some evenings and weekends.
• Travel: Willingness to travel for site inspections and on-site event management.