Event Manager

Guidant Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Health and fitness discounts

Job summary

Guidant Global is looking for an experienced Event Manager to oversee the execution of luxury international events. You will handle all stages of event planning and management, ensuring all aspects exceed guest expectations.

The ideal candidate has a proven background in event management, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage complex projects. This role also involves budget management and maintaining high standards across all events.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event management, ideally within luxury environments.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent ability in managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver events from planning through execution to performance analysis.
• Manage event budgets, forecasting, and cost control.
• Develop detailed project timelines and oversee supplier management.

Skills

Event management experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

STOVA

Salesforce

Job description

Job Description

Our company is the leading global multimedia, entertainment and market intelligence brand serving the superyacht world for over 40 years. We connect, inform and entertain those with a shared interest and passion for superyachts and luxury lifestyle. We are seeking an experienced Event Manager to deliver a portfolio of high-end international events that meet commercial objectives and exceed guest expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver events from initial planning through on‑site execution to post‑event reconciliation and performance analysis
• Manage event budgets, including forecasting, cost control, invoice reconciliation, and overall P&L accountability
• Develop and maintain detailed project timelines, task lists, and on‑site plans to ensure seamless delivery
• Source, negotiate, and manage suppliers (venues, catering, production, logistics)
• Oversee development of event content to highest possible standards in close cooperation with our editorial team – briefing and facilitating all speaker logistics
• Deliver the marketing strategy on the relevant events and lead on promotional campaigns to maximize and improve registrations and sales at events
• Oversee guest communications and ensure a premium attendee experience aligned with brand standards
• Understand the company brand and ensure all aspects of event, pre‑, on‑site and post‑ align with the values
• Work closely with the BIM commercial team to secure relevant sponsors and event partners, creating opportunities for potential partnerships within the events
• Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors and partners, ensuring contractual deliverables are met and expectations exceeded
• Review and manage venue and supplier contracts, identifying and mitigating any commercial or legal risks
• Manage, motivate and lead junior members of the events team
• Stay informed on market trends, key stakeholders, and audience insights to enhance event strategy and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event management, ideally within luxury, conference, or event agency environments
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Confident managing multiple projects with tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Solid financial acumen with experience managing budgets and cost control
• Strong front‑of‑house presence
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with digital marketing tools (e.g. STOVA and Salesforce) advantageous
• Proactive, resourceful, and adaptable with a positive, can‑do attitude

Additional Requirements

• Experience delivering conferences and/or B2B events preferred
• Comfortable working with UHNW individuals and high‑profile stakeholders
• Willingness to travel internationally
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required

Benefits

• Annual leave: Full‑time benefit of 33 days per year (25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays). Additional 3 days paid time off during the Christmas office closure. Birthday off or following day if on a weekday.
• Extra leave: After the 5th anniversary, one additional day of annual leave.
• Pension: Auto‑enrolled if eligible. Standard contributions are 4%, company matches up to 5%.
• Death in Service: Coverage of two times annual salary while employed.
• Maternity: 12 weeks at 100% basic pay followed by 27 weeks at statutory rate (minimum one‑year service).
• Paternity: 1 week full pay, second week statutory rate.
• Enhanced sick pay: Up to two weeks full pay per year after probation, increasing to five weeks based on service length.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Refer a friend scheme: £500 referral payment upon successful probation of referred employee.
• Love Wimbledon card discounts.
• Summer hours: Early finish at 3 pm every Friday during July and August.
• Nuffield Health Gym Membership discount.
• Healthcare Cash Plan for dental, physio, optical, etc. (taxable).
• Season Ticket Loans: Interest‑free loan repayable over 12 months.
• Whirlpool Appliance Discount Scheme: ≥20% savings on Whirlpool products.
• Not all benefits contractual; may change or cease at the company’s discretion.