Event Manager

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

Job summary

A vibrant event management company is looking for an Event Manager to plan and execute a variety of events. This role involves client liaison, financial responsibility, and managing projects from inception to completion, with opportunities for international travel and personal development.

Benefits

Performance related team bonuses

Access to a personal 24/7 support programme

Annual leave entitlement increases with service

Opportunity for international travel

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in the events industry.
• Able to manage complex events in-person, virtually, or hybrid.
• Fluency in Spanish or French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Managing projects from start to finish.
• Creating event concepts aligned with client objectives.
• Delivering events on site.

Skills

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Client Liaison

Job description

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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:

• 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