Event Manager (6 month fixed-term contract)

The Buyers'​ Networking Club; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Loan Market Association in London is seeking an experienced Event Manager for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role combines hands-on event delivery with management of sponsorship activations, exhibitions, and speaker coordination, across a fast-paced programme.

The position supports the LMA's growth in technology-focused events, requires strong stakeholder management, and offers a hybrid work pattern (3 days in-office). Interviews are planned for July and August 2026.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in end-to-end event management, with exhibitions and sponsorship logistics.
• Proven ability to deliver large-scale B2B events with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with event technology platforms.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics (CRM) and CrowdComms.
• Experience in the financial sector / membership association.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in the planning and execution of multiple conferences and events.
• Oversee event logistics, including venue, supplier and exhibitor management.
• Coordinate sponsorship activations, exhibition setups, and onsite logistics.
• Manage speaker and sponsor communications and deliverables.
• Support the execution of event tech tools.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align events with wider strategic goals.
• Maintain event milestones, budgets, and post-event reporting.

Skills

Event management

Stakeholder management

Sponsorship logistics

Budgeting

Event technology

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics (CRM)

CrowdComms

Job description

Job Title: Event Manager (6 month fixed-term contract) Contract Length: 6 months Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days in office / 2 days from home) Start Date: September 2026 (Interviews to take place in July & August) Salary: £40,000 per annum, pro rata Reporting Line: Head of Events

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Event Manager to join our team on a temporary basis to support our events programme in early 2026. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by delivering high-quality, large-scale events.

You will support on the end-to-end delivery of strategically important conferences, with a focus on our recently new addition within technology – LMA Edge 2.0. These events involve sponsorship activation, onsite exhibitions, speaker management, stage production and supplier management– requiring strong logistical oversight and stakeholder management.

You’ll be joining a small, high-performing team where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Involvement in the planning and execution of multiple conferences and events.
• Oversee event logistics, including venue, supplier and exhibitor management.
• Coordinate sponsorship activations, exhibition setups, and onsite logistics.
• Manage speaker and sponsor communications and deliverables.
• Support the execution of event tech tools.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align events with wider strategic goals.
• Maintain event milestones, budgets, and post-event reporting.

Your Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in end-to-end event management, with a preference for experience in exhibitions and sponsorship logistics.
• Proven ability to deliver large-scale B2B events with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Confident using event technology platforms.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a small team.
• You have experience with Microsoft Dynamics (CRM) and CrowdComms
• You have experience working in the financial sector / membership association
• Hybrid working model: 3 days in the office (London, Canary Wharf), 2 days from home.
• Some European travel may be required for onsite event delivery.
• You will report directly to the Head of Events.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a busy and growing events team during a pivotal moment. You’ll play a central role in delivering impactful events that support strategic growth, while working in a collaborative and supportive environment where your contributions will be seen and valued.

About the LMA

The Loan Market Association is a trade association with over 850 members across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. We have been working for 30 years within the EMEA loan markets, to make those markets more efficient, transparent, liquid and sustainable. Our members include international banks, asset managers, law firms, corporate service providers and technology firms. We serve our members and their markets in various ways, including:

• Delivering training to different market participants across a range of seniorities
• Holding impactful events across different geographies to give our members opportunities to learn and deepen their networks
• Engaging with regulators on topics of high importance
• Seeking to solve operational challenges present in our markets; and
• Producing standard form documentation and guidance.