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Event Manager

TN United Kingdom

Leatherhead

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits an ambitious Event Manager at a leading Destination Management Company. This innovative firm specializes in inbound event management and logistical delivery for blue-chip clients across the globe. With a flexible approach and a supportive culture, you will lead diverse event projects, from simple venue finds to large-scale incentive programs for up to 1,000 delegates. Set in a stunning office environment, this role offers the chance to thrive in a dynamic team while managing budgets and liaising with key stakeholders. If you are passionate about creating memorable events and seeking a role that values your contributions, this is the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

  • Notable experience in managing event projects from brief to delivery.
  • Experience in event agency or destination management company preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead event projects from brief through to delivery.
  • Manage project budgets and coordinate onsite events.
  • Liaise with suppliers and negotiate terms.

Skills

Event Management
Client Liaison
Budget Management
Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Event Management or related field

Job description

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Incredible office setting - An exciting role in a leading Destination Management Company, this is fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Event Manager!

The Company

This boutique, award winning Destination Management Company offers inbound event management and logistical delivery services for a vast array of blue-chip clients from over 30 global destinations including South Africa, Brazil, South Korea and the Middle East. Handling small scale projects with simple requirements such as a venue find service or a programme of restaurant bookings through to full project management of incentive projects for up to 1,000 delegates – no two days are the same in this fast paced organisation.

Located in bespoke offices within a stately home and set in beautiful grounds, this business offers a truly fantastic working environment, a flexible approach and an incredibly supportive, collaborative culture.

The Role

Due to ongoing growth, they are now looking to expand the team with an Event Project Manager. This role will hold the following responsibilities:

  1. Leading event projects from brief through to delivery
  2. Handling incoming enquiries in a timely manner
  3. Researching effective solutions to satisfy a client brief
  4. Liaising with suppliers and negotiating on terms and rates
  5. Acting as key point of contact for all stakeholders including delegates
  6. Managing project budgets
  7. Onsite coordination of events where required

The Candidate

We are looking for candidates with notable experience dealing with enquiries and event projects from brief through to delivery. An event agency, venue find agency or destination management company environment would be preferable. Any knowledge of London venues would also be an advantage.

This business offers a fantastic working environment and whilst it is a full time position, they may consider candidates who are seeking reduced hours or a 4 day working week.

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