Event Manager

AOK Events; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership Trust (EOT)

Annual incentive trip

Private healthcare (after 2 years)

Job summary

AOK Events is seeking an Event Manager to join our growing team in London, delivering high-profile events across formats and audiences.

With 2-3 years of experience, you will plan and execute multiple events, collaborating with clients and suppliers, managing budgets, and helping to drive revenue targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in event management.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach.
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Desirable: understanding of accounting, IT and event technology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding events that exceed client expectations.
• Lead project delivery, including logistics, production management, communications, and creative execution.
• Build and nurture strong client and supplier relationships throughout the planning and delivery process.
• Support account management across key projects.
• Contribute to the company's annual revenue targets.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring accurate reconciliation and strong profit margins.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to your work.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Microsoft Office

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

We're looking for a talented and driven Event Manager to join our growing team at AOK Events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for delivering exceptional experiences and a proven track record in managing events across a variety of formats and audiences.

With at least 2-3 years' experience in event delivery, you'll play a key role in bringing our clients' visions to life - working across everything from high-end celebrations and awards to brand experiences, conferences, incentives, and corporate hospitality.

The Role

As an Event Manager, you'll be responsible for the seamless planning and delivery of multiple events, ensuring every detail is executed to the highest standard. You'll collaborate closely with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to create memorable, impactful experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding events that exceed client expectations
• Lead project delivery, including logistics, production management, communications, and creative execution
• Build and nurture strong client and supplier relationships throughout the planning and delivery process
• Support account management across key projects
• Contribute to the company's annual revenue targets
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring accurate reconciliation and strong profit margins
• Stay ahead of industry trends, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to your work

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in event management, ideally with some agency experience
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• A good understanding of accounting, IT, and event technology (desirable)

Location & Working Pattern

• London-based, or able to travel regularly to our London office
• Flexibility to attend events, including occasional evenings and weekends

Why Join AOK Events?

At AOK Events, creativity, passion, and excellence are at the core of everything we do. You'll be part of a collaborative, ambitious team delivering meaningful and memorable experiences, with opportunities to grow and develop your career.

• Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) - we're employee-owned
• Regular team socials
• Private healthcare (after 2 years)
• Annual company incentive trip (after one year of service)
• (Previous destinations include Marrakesh, Slovenia, and Tenerife)

We are committed to achieving high environmental and social responsibility standards and we are looking for someone to help us to achieve them and make a positive difference.

AOK Events values a diverse workforce and is committed to equality and inclusion.