Events Manager (12 month FTC)

C&C Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

C&C Search is recruiting an Events Manager to lead large-scale corporate events for a prestigious global professional services firm based in London on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will own end-to-end event delivery, shaping client experiences and collaborating with senior stakeholders.

You will manage budgets, schedules, venues, suppliers and onsite delivery, while maintaining high standards, driving cost-efficiency and ensuring flawless guest journeys.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience organising and delivering senior-level corporate events.
• Proven ability to manage events end-to-end in a corporate environment.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong supplier, venue and stakeholder management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning and delivery of large, complex corporate events, including conferences, offsites and senior leadership events.
• Take ownership of end-to-end client experience and events projects, from initial proposals and timelines through to onsite delivery.
• Manage multiple events simultaneously, anticipating different scenarios and ensuring all stakeholders are fully briefed.
• Coordinate internal teams, venues, production companies, caterers, photographers, speakers, entertainers and other external suppliers.
• Manage event budgets, contracts, sponsorship opportunities and supplier relationships, ensuring events remain cost-effective.
• Develop a strong understanding of each client’s objectives and ensure the event experience is tailored accordingly.
• Oversee onsite event management, including guest registration, event set-up, changeovers, AV requirements and troubleshooting.
• Evaluate event outcomes, gather feedback and identify opportunities to continuously improve the client journey.

Skills

Event planning

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Vendor management

Client experience

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Time management

Flexibility

Onsite support

Job description

C&C Search is currently recruiting for an Events Manager on a 12 month fixed term contract for a prestigious global professional services firm based in London. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced corporate events professional to take ownership of high-profile events, deliver exceptional client experiences and work closely with senior internal and external stakeholders.

All about the role and company I would be working for!

Position: Events Manager

Benefits: Competitive benefits package

What they do: Global professional services firm

Size of company: Large global organisation

Company culture and what makes them great to work for: This is a highly regarded, fast-paced and collaborative organisation that values exceptional work, authenticity and integrity. The business offers a dynamic environment where employees can take ownership. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and play an important role in creating outstanding experiences for clients and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities for this position:

• Oversee the planning and delivery of large, complex corporate events, including conferences, offsites and senior leadership events
• Take ownership of end-to-end client experience and events projects, from initial proposals and timelines through to onsite delivery
• Manage multiple events simultaneously, anticipating different scenarios and ensuring all stakeholders are fully briefed
• Coordinate internal teams, venues, production companies, caterers, photographers, speakers, entertainers and other external suppliers
• Manage event budgets, contracts, sponsorship opportunities and supplier relationships, ensuring events remain cost-effective
• Develop a strong understanding of each client’s objectives and ensure the event experience is tailored accordingly
• Oversee onsite event management, including guest registration, event set-up, changeovers, AV requirements and troubleshooting
• Evaluate event outcomes, gather feedback and identify opportunities to continuously improve the client journey

What background and experience are the company looking for?

• Ideally you will have extensive experience organising and delivering events at a senior level
• Strong experience planning corporate events of varying sizes, ideally within a professional or corporate environment
• Proven client service experience and confidence engaging with senior stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with exceptional attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple priorities with urgency while remaining calm under pressure
• Strong supplier, venue and stakeholder management experience
• A proactive, resilient and solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to use initiative
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office and strong general IT skills
• A flexible approach to working hours, including the ability to provide onsite support outside standard office hours when required

Who is taking care of the client and candidate applications for this position?

Reference: 1363165

For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency.

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