Event Operations Manager

Hyve Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyve is seeking an experienced Event Logistics Manager to join our operations team in delivering high-quality events across the EMEA portfolio. You will drive pre-show planning, on-site delivery, and post-event follow-through with a collaborative approach across departments.

You will manage budgets, floorplans, and supplier relationships while ensuring compliance with venue regulations. A strong client-facing focus and meticulous project execution are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years experience in an event management role.
• Experience in a client-facing role with a professional style.
• Experience in a project delivery role with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Floorplan management experience – creating, maintaining, and troubleshooting space requirements.
• Ability to build strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage time.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head of Operations across portfolio of EMEA events.
• Develop and execute project plans for smooth event fulfilment from pre-show planning to onsite delivery.
• Collaborate with Content, Sales, Marketing, Retailer & Consumer Brand Teams, Event Operations and Finance to deliver event objectives.
• Act as the main point of contact for suppliers, replying to queries and providing information and deadlines.
• Maintain cost tracker with good financial acumen.
• Manage floorplan layouts with sponsor operations to ensure compliance with venue regulations and show strategy.
• Build relationships with suppliers and support training of the Operations Executive.
• Provide excellent customer service to customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Event management

Client-facing communications

Project delivery

Floorplan management

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Event Logistics Manager

A bit about us

We’re Hyve - organiser of the world’s fastest-growing and most forward-thinking B2B events. As the chosen event partner to many of the world’s leading companies, our platforms play a critical role in their strategies - helping them enter new markets, accelerate growth and connect with the people who matter most.

Our portfolio features some of the world’s leading events in sectors like ecommerce, healthcare, edtech, and fintech. We’re growing fast with an entrepreneurial culture that empowers big ideas and quick action, plus an ambitious acquisition strategy bringing exciting new events into our mix.

Alongside our market-leading events, we’re building tech and data-driven products that supercharge connections – from one-to-one meeting programs and curated table talks to year-round engagement platforms.

Whatever your role, you’ll join a global team redefining how industries connect, collaborate, and grow – working with some of the most talented people in the business.

Think that sounds good? Wait until our talent acquisition team tells you about the culture.

A bit about you

First things first: whatever your background, beliefs or ambitions, there’s a culture of belonging at Hyve — and everyone is welcome. The question isn’t where you’ve come from, but where you want to go.

You’ll thrive here if you’re curious, collaborative and not afraid to challenge convention. We look for people who take pride in what they do, who are excited by change and always moving forward. The kind of people who stay open, keep learning, and look for better ways to make an impact.

Our shared behaviours guide how we work: we dare to do things differently, own our work, embrace collaboration, stay true to ourselves and others, and remember that optimism wins.

If that sounds like you, you’ll fit right in.

A bit about the role

As Event Logistics Manager, you will be working closely with the entire operations team to deliver the events to the highest quality of event delivery across all operational components, internally and externally facing. You will be contributing to show budgets and operational plans for each event. This is a mid-level position for someone looking to build their career in events.

As part of your job, you’ll be:

• Work alongside and assist the Head of Operations across portfolio of EMEA events
• Develop and execute project plans for smooth event fulfilment from pre-show planning to onsite delivery
• Collaborative and pragmatic approach to working with stakeholders and internally across Content, Sales, Marketing, Retailer & Consumer Brand Teams, Event Operations and Finance departments in order to effectively deliver event objectives
• Acting as the main point of contact for suppliers, replying to all queries in a timely manner and providing them with all necessary information and deadlines throughout the duration of the show cycle
• Managing and maintaining cost tracker with good financial acumen.
• Manage floorplan layouts alongside sponsor operations team with the relevant personnel ensuring they are correct according to all venue and local authority regulations and are in line with the show's strategies.
• Manage supplier build relationships
• Support with training and development of the Operations Executive
• Continually provide the best possible customer service for our customers and stakeholders.

Here’s what we’re looking for from you:

• At least 2-3+ years experience in an event management role
• Experience in a client-facing role with a natural and professional style with customers
• Experience in a project delivery role with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Floorplan management experience – creating, maintaining, and troubleshooting space requirements
• Ability to build strong professional relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and work under strict time management
• Great attention to detail and time management skills
• Able in multitask and manage workload in an efficient manner
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
• Problem solver, with a positive can-do attitude
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office applications and planning management systems
• Desire and ability to travel for work
• Health & Safety training is an advantage – IOSH preferred