Event Manager

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event management company is actively seeking an Event Manager to join their vibrant team in Newcastle upon Tyne. The selected candidate will be responsible for planning and executing various events while managing client relationships and ensuring successful delivery. This role offers a competitive salary and the unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic environment, including international travel.

Benefits

Performance related team bonuses

Access to a personal 24/7 support programme

Increased annual leave with each year of service

Opportunity to influence the company’s future

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Planning, organising, and executing a range of events.
• Managing projects from start to finish through the full event life cycle.
• Financial and budgeting responsibility.

Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Client Liaison

Flexibility

Job description

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Client:

HRGO Recruitment

Location:

newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Event Manager

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