Global Senior Event Manager

EF Education First Gruppe; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global educational institution seeks a Global Senior Events Manager to lead high-impact events across regions. This role involves strategic planning and execution of diverse events, collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the brand and engage prospective students. The ideal candidate will thrive in fast-paced environments and possess a blend of creativity and technical skills.

Benefits

Pension Schemes

Private Medical Insurance

Wellness Programs

Discounts

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in event logistics and execution.
• Proactive, detail-oriented with excellent execution skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute event strategy for global enrollment team across regions.
• Manage large-format events targeting 25+ attendees.
• Coordinate with regional heads and events team for planning.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Digital Marketing

Education

Degree in Event Management

Degree in Marketing

Degree in Business

Tools

Salesforce

Marketing Cloud

Tableau

Jira

Job description

You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom to be considered for this position.

The Opportunity

Are you looking for a dynamic role with a truly global, entrepreneurial company that will challenge, inspire, and develop you?

Job Description:

Are you a strategic event professional with a passion for engagement, innovation, and creating unforgettable experiences? Hult International Business School seeks a Global Senior Events Manager to lead our international marketing team in delivering high-impact events across multiple regions. This role involves planning, executing, and producing a diverse array of events—from in-person masterclasses and open houses to virtual and hybrid experiences—collaborating with stakeholders across marketing, enrollment, academics, and alumni relations to connect with prospective students and enhance Hult’s global brand.

This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in international event production, thriving in fast-paced environments, and possessing a blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and technical skills. Managing logistics, cross-functional teams, and industry trends will be key to success.

If you're excited about producing world-class experiences that inspire future global leaders and want to be part of a diverse, mission-driven team, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

Event Management

• Execute the event strategy for the global enrollment team across regions.
• Manage large-format events such as Masterclasses, Open Houses, Alumni Panels, etc., targeting 25+ attendees.
• Handle 10-15 events per month, combining online and in-person formats, scheduled via a centralized calendar.
• Coordinate with regional heads and the events team to plan the calendar.
• Work with academic and alumni teams to secure faculty and alumni participation.
• Ensure excellent customer service with pre-event coordination calls.
• Promote events internally and externally via various channels, including social media and paid promotions.
• Manage CMS and CRM systems for event registration and communication.
• Coordinate publicity with marketing and social media teams.

External Fair Logistics

• Coordinate with regional teams and attend fairs with designated staff.
• Ensure logistics and checklists are completed timely.
• Manage budgets, invoices, and payments in accordance with policies.
• Support inter-departmental communication and support systems used include Salesforce, Marketing Cloud, Storyblok, Calendly, Tableau, Jira, Oracle.

Qualifications & Experience

We seek a proactive, detail-oriented events professional who:

• Holds a degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Has 4+ years of experience in event logistics and execution.
• Possesses digital marketing skills, including email and social media promotion.
• Has international experience with venues and logistics suppliers.
• Demonstrates excellent execution, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Can manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively under pressure.
• Has a positive, flexible, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Experience in education or fluency in Spanish/Portuguese is a plus.

Benefits include pension schemes, private medical insurance, wellness programs, discounts, and more, supporting a vibrant, inclusive, and global work environment.