Event Project Manager

BCD Travel; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events company in London is seeking an experienced Event Project Manager to coordinate and manage exciting meetings and gatherings. You'll take charge of planning and overseeing all event details, building engaging registration websites, and managing budgets. The ideal candidate will have strong event management experience, knowledge of relevant technologies, and excellent organizational skills. This hybrid role requires 4 days a week in the client's London office, with a competitive benefits package including private healthcare.

Benefits

Birthday day off

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Life Assurance

Discounted rates on Hotels & Travel

Gym & Fitness Discounts

Private Healthcare

Pension Scheme

Company Sick pay

Lifestyle Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience managing meetings and vendor relationships.
• Strong knowledge of event technology platforms is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage conferences and special events.
• Manage budgets and negotiate with vendors.
• Create engaging registration websites.

Skills

Event management

Budget management

Knowledge of Cvent

Vendor relationship management

Organizational skills

Job description

About Us:

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward. Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E's team of 1,800+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

About the role:

Are you a master of multitasking and a wizard of event logistics? Join our dynamic team as an Event Project Manager, where you'll take charge of exciting meetings and gatherings! From coordinating every detail of the event with the meeting hosts to managing attendee experiences, you'll be the go-to expert for our clients. Get ready to shine as you make events unforgettable while sitting onsite in the client office in London.

As an Event Project Manager, you will:

• Plan and manage conferences, meetings, and special events with flair.
• Craft detailed travel agendas and itineraries that impress clients.
• Manage budgets, negotiate the best deals with vendors, and oversee financial processes.
• Coordinate creative program websites and presentations that wow clients.
• Lead team meetings and ensure communication flows smoothly across all projects.
• Build and manage engaging registration websites that enhance the attendee experience.
• Communicate effectively with clients and attendees to address all their needs.
• Execute quality control of event reports and rooming lists for accuracy.
• Utilize technology to streamline processes and capture essential data.

You’re good at:

• Years of experience managing meetings and vendor relationships.
• A knack for budget management, financial oversight, and troubleshooting on the fly.
• Strong knowledge of Cvent and other event technology platforms.
• International event management experience is a plus.
• A readiness to travel on-site and represent our clients with enthusiasm.
• Exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.

Our Benefits for this role:

• Birthday day off.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme – allowing up to 5 additional holidays days.
• Life Assurance x2 your annual salary.
• Discounted rates on Hotels & Travel.
• Gym & Fitness Discounts.
• Private Healthcare.
• Pension Scheme.
• Company Sick pay.
• Lifestyle Benefits.

You should know:

• This is a hybrid role that requires 4 days a week in the Client office in London.
• Our standard working hours are 9.00am - 5.30pm with an hour break.
• You must have the right to work in the UK.

How to apply:

Click apply now to be considered.