Events Manager

Kubus Group Limited; Poole Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Cirencester is seeking an experienced Events Manager to plan and deliver customer-focused events. You will create an annual events calendar, manage logistics, collaborate with sales and marketing, and ensure impactful industry presence. The ideal candidate has experience in event management within the IT industry and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary & bonus scheme

Private healthcare & healthcare cash plan

Pension contributions above minimum requirement

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Technology scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Reward & recognition portal

Qualifications

• Must have experience in writing and delivering briefings.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage an annual events calendar of customer and vendor focused events.
• Lead planning, logistics, sourcing and delivery of events.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to drive brand awareness.
• Manage budget and report on event performance including ROI.
• Ensure presence at industry events is impactful and aligned to business priorities.
• Support the Social Committee for internal events.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities

Previous experience in event management within the IT industry

Experience with Salesforce and Wordpress

Proficient in Microsoft suite including excellent Excel skills

Tools

Salesforce

Wordpress

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Events Manager — Cirencester, Gloucestershire | Full-time | Starting ASAP

With over 20 years of making the complex simple, Kubus enhances customers experiences by simplifying complex IT solutions, delivered through our managed expertise, leading vendor partnerships and global logistics capability.

Our people are at the centre of our community, building strong relationships and supporting one another, creating an environment where everyone can thrive. At Kubus, we recognise a collaborative working environment encourages greater outcomes and a positive experience for our customers, partners and wider community.

Our Values

• Passion - putting customers, partners and vendors first, delivering solutions at pace, and being passionate about driving change.
• Agile - Embracing flexibility, remaining open to change, and adapting quickly to meet customer and market needs.
• Community - Building strong relationships, supporting one another, and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
• Expert - Commitment to curiosity and excellence, constantly pushing boundaries, sharing knowledge and delivering value.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced individual to plan, build and deliver customer and vendor focused events. Including working with the marketing team to ensure all required elements of the marketing mix are executed and maximise the exposure of the Kubus brand to existing and net new customers.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Create and take ownership of an annual events calendar of external and internal customer and vendor focused events including online and face to face, aligning to marketing and sales priorities
• Lead on the planning, logistics, sourcing and delivery of the event, from venue booking to managing suppliers, and guest experiences
• Collaborating with sales, vendor management and leadership to ensure events drive brand awareness, customer engagement and new & existing business
• Manage allocated budget and reporting on event performance including ROI
• Collaborate with the marketing team and take ownership of the required assets including build landing pages, email invitations, social media activity, merchandise ordering and follow up call to actions and content
• Ensure our presence at industry events (speaking slots, sponsorships) is impactful, relevant and aligned to business priorities
• Ensure the deadlines are successfully met
• Due to nature of the role, some evening work in different locations will be required
• Support the Social Committee when required for internal events

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Previous experience in event management within the IT industry
• Must have previous experience in writing and delivering briefings
• Accurately manage budgets and to deadlines
• Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive mindset with a problem-solving attitude
• Ability to work on own initiative or work as part of a team
• Experience with Salesforce and Wordpress is required or similar platforms
• Proficient in Microsoft suite including excellent Excel skills
• Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations

Desirable

• Experience in high-growth environments, including PE-backed businesses or SMEs, with a proven ability to manage rapid change whilst operating at pace.
• Experience in NetSuite and/or Salesforce.

What you’ll get

• Competitive salary & bonus scheme
• Private healthcare & healthcare cash plan
• Pension contributions above minimum requirement (matched up to 7%)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays upon starting, increasing by a day each year to a maximum of 30 days
• Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Technology scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Reward & recognition portal – including discounts/cashback at hundreds of retailers

This is an excellent opportunity to join our Marketing Team during an exciting period of growth at Kubus!

📍 Based at: Wellington House, Cotswold Business Park, Cirencester, GL7 6BQ
📞 [phone] | 🌐 kubus.com