Event Project Management Director

Formula E; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic motorsport organization based in London is seeking an experienced Event Project Management Director to lead the planning and delivery of events. The successful candidate will manage a small team, standardize event processes, and liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure high-quality experiences. This hybrid role requires strong project management expertise and a willingness to travel. Apply now to join this innovative team that champions sustainability in motorsport.

Benefits

Range of benefits and perks to support wellbeing

Opportunities for professional growth

Health and wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing complex international projects.
• Proven team management skills.
• Hands-on experience in delivering results.
• Willingness to travel frequently and on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and delivery of Formula E events.
• Establish frameworks and processes for events.
• Line manage a small team in London.
• Lead project managers in delivering events on schedule.

Skills

Project Management

Team Management

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Education

Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP or PRINCE2)

Tools

Google Workspace

Program Management Software

Job description

Overview

Looking to race into your next role? Strap in, we’re looking for an Event Project Management Director to join our unique mission!

About Formula E:

Formula E, the world’s fastest-growing sport, is redefining motorsport with a bold focus on innovation and sustainability.

Hosting over 100 races in iconic cities globally and backed by top manufacturers like Porsche and Jaguar, we feature elite drivers and cutting-edge EV technology. As the world’s first sport certified Net Zero Carbon from inception, Formula E combines thrilling entertainment with a mission to advance sustainable progress, inspiring a global fanbase with our high-performance brand new GEN3 EVO race car capable of 0-60mph in 1.82 seconds (0-100kph in 1.86s).

Using the spectacle of sport, we are sending a powerful and meaningful message to help alter perceptions and speed up the switch to electric mobility.

Welcome to the home of Global Electric Street Racing.

The Role

The Event Project Management (EPM) Director will oversee the planning and delivery of Formula E events, providing leadership and direction to the Event Project Management and Event Experience teams. This role focuses on maximising efficiencies and ensuring the successful delivery of global events.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Establish standard frameworks and processes for events, supporting project leaders across the business with setting up event strategies, concepts, and plans. Contribute to the management of project documents, facilitating corporate planning and reporting across the portfolio of projects. Actively seek ways to improve project organisation and efficiency.
• Event Experience: Act as the link between the business’s Brand and Growth strategy and its operational delivery as a member of the "Event Experience Strategy Group". Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams (Brand, Growth, Marketing, Race Promotion, Ticketing, Operations) to ensure a seamless, high-quality and consistent fan experience. Support the Event Experience team to set a comprehensive experience strategy that aligns with brand identity and commercial objectives.
• Team Management: Line manage a London-based team of 6+ across the Event Experience and Event Project Management teams. Liaise with Host City Directors and Lead Project Managers to ensure a consistent approach across all events. Workshop with internal teams to improve efficiencies on events planning and delivery.
• Event Planning and Delivery: Lead a team of project managers to ensure the delivery of select existing events on the Formula E World Championship Calendar through all phases (planning, build, live, and de-rig). Facilitate coordination of event cycle processes and ensure cross-departmental integration, including chairing weekly planning meetings and debrief sessions when required. Manage and be accountable for the departmental budget with a holistic, season-wide perspective for improvements.

What we’re looking for

• Experience and Expertise: You have proven and extensive experience in a similar position managing complex projects of a significant scale across various international markets. You have hands-on experience driving resourceful and focused projects with the ability to demonstrate results. Proven experience in team management is essential. Experience working within Motorsport is a plus.
• Knowledge & Skills: You have an advanced understanding of project/programme management methods and working knowledge of Google Workspace/program management software. You possess good knowledge of data analysis, reporting, and budgeting. You have the ability to recognise and contribute to strategic, tactical, and operational activities and their commercial impact to the business. Project management certification (e.g. PMP or PRINCE2) is a plus.
• Mindset and Communication: You are a clear and effective communicator with outstanding relationship building and stakeholder management skills. You have excellent organisational, management and leadership skills. You must be able to work autonomously in pressured environments.
• Willingness to Travel: Willingness to travel is essential, often for sustained periods and at short notice. Travel is expected to 4-5 event locations and key additional site visits for race prospects purposes.

What’s in it for you?

At Formula E, we offer a range of benefits and perks to enable you to make an impact in your role and to support your wellbeing and professional growth. Check out our benefits found here.

This is a hybrid role and you’ll be required to do 3 days a week in our Hammersmith London office

Application Process

Think you’ve got what it takes to join our race to the future?

The closing date for this role is 14th November; however if we receive a high volume of applications we may close it early.

At Formula E, we are building a culture where every voice matters, every perspective accelerates progress, and every individual is empowered to rise, contribute boldly, and shape a better world - together. We will provide equal opportunities regardless of an individual’s protected characteristics. We believe in attracting and retaining diverse talent to strengthen our global vision with a variety of experiences, backgrounds and perspectives.

Our mission is clear. The message is simple. Whoever you are. However you live. Whatever you believe. Formula E. For the Future. For Everyone.

We’ll see you at the starting line!

¡VAMOS!

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