Experiential Events & Brand Activations Manager

Critical Playground LLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

JENKI is seeking an Events + Activations Manager in London Bridge to lead end-to-end activations and partnerships, driving brand presence across bars, festivals, and partner events. You’ll work with two Executives to build a scalable calendar and a strong activation pipeline for 2026–2027, shaping how JENKI brings its matcha experience to life in the real world.

You’ll manage budgets, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure high-quality, on-brand delivery at activations while growing the

Qualifications

• Experience leading end-to-end events and activations.
• Strong budgeting, timelines, and supplier relationship skills.
• Excellent communication and brand-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Own the concepting, planning and delivery of activations and partnerships across brand campaigns.
• Lead local marketing delivery and bar-level activations, managing budgets and partnerships.
• Plan and execute commercial events that deliver strong returns for the brand.
• Develop and manage inbound brand partnerships and align with wider marketing goals.
• Produce reporting and learnings to inform ongoing activations.”],
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Skills

End-to-end project leadership

Budget management

Brand partnerships

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

JENKI is seeking an Events + Activations Manager in London Bridge to lead end-to-end activations and partnerships, driving brand presence across bars, festivals, and partner events. You’ll work with two Executives to build a scalable calendar and a strong activation pipeline for 2026–2027, shaping how JENKI brings its matcha experience to life in the real world.

You’ll manage budgets, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure high-quality, on-brand delivery at activations while growing the