Head of Event Logistics

Live Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead logistics for high-profile events. You will manage a team, oversee project budgets, and maintain client relationships. The ideal candidate has a strong background in event logistics and leadership skills. This position offers a hybrid working model and a chance to deliver innovative projects within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Expert in complex event logistics with extensive experience.
• Ability to manage large projects and lead a team effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the logistics function for large logistics projects.
• Lead the logistics team and manage resource requirements.
• Ensure project deliverables meet turnover and gross margin targets.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

Hybrid Working - A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Project Director / Head of Events / Events Director to join a leading agency who believe in making memorable experiences for their clients and promoting brands around the globe.

THE COMPANY

Having built an incredibly strong reputation across the globe, this agency holds creativity at the heart of everything they do and have been delivering innovative projects across both the UK and internationally for over 30 years! Renowned for their hard work and exceptional event delivery, they have established an enviable client base across sectors including automotive, IT, telecoms and healthcare.

The agency have grown over the past couple of years and in turn they have an ever-growing client base and array of projects. Theyre looking for talented individuals to join the team to share their passion in creative and innovative event delivery.

THE ROLE

Spearheading the logistics function, you will be responsible for leading the team on large logistics projects. The role will require someone with broad events logistics experience including conferences and incentives on multi million pound projects. Responsibilities will include :

• Line management of logistics team and freelance resource
• Supporting on pitches from a logistics perspective
• Managing client relationships
• Identify resource requirements, workflow management and event specifications
• Ensuring that projects deliver against agreed targets for turnover and gross margin
• Preparation and ownership of project budgets and timelines
• Liaising with key stakeholders including suppliers
• Reviewing and implementing processes and operations throughout the team

THE CANDIDATE

The successful candidate will be a natural leader and expert in complex event logistics. You will be a confident communicator with the ability to liaise with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders alike. The role would suit an excellent problem solver who is calm under pressure with high attention to detail.

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