Head of Event Strategy & Learning

TEMBO Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Head of Event Strategy & Learning to lead their training and consultancy division. This role requires a deep understanding of the events industry, focusing on developing bespoke training programs and consultancy packages. You will engage with senior stakeholders, drive business development, and ensure impactful service delivery. If you're passionate about shaping the future of the events industry, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while collaborating with a dynamic team.

Benefits

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday leave

Company events

Gym membership

Personalized training & development plan

Medical & dental coverage (after 2 years)

Qualifications

• Deep experience in the events industry across various roles.
• Proven track record in business development and proposal writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic conversations with senior leaders in the events sector.
• Scope and write compelling proposals for training and consultancy.

Skills

Event Management

Business Development

Consultancy

Training Design

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Experience in Events Industry

Proven Leadership Experience

Tools

Proposal Writing

Workshop Facilitation

Job description

Location: Hybrid (London-based ideally)

Salary: £65,000 + bonus potential

Type: Full-time, permanent

Are you a senior events professional who's passionate about developing people and improving performance across the industry?

TEMBO is looking for a commercially minded, industry-savvy leader to take our training and consultancy division to the next level.

This is not a traditional L&D role - we're not looking for a corporate trainer.

We're looking for someone who understands the events world inside out and wants to shape how organisers upskill their teams, develop new talent, and deliver better events.

What the role involves:

• Leading and growing our training and consultancy service line - from product design to delivery and business development.
• Shaping training programmes for event producers, marketers, commercial teams, and senior leaders.
• Working directly with Tier 1 organisers and media companies across the exhibitions and conferences space.
• Developing bespoke consultancy packages for clients needing strategic input, skills development, or new team structures.
• Managing and expanding a network of freelance trainers and facilitators.
• Creating measurable impact for our clients - and building a reputation for best-in-class training and advisory work in the events space.
  

You'll thrive in this role if you:

• Have deep experience in the events industry - ideally across content, commercial or ops roles.
• Know how organisers work, what success looks like, and what skills make teams fly.
• Are commercially sharp: you understand how to package and sell services that deliver value.
• Are excited by the idea of building something - not just delivering someone else's plan.
• Enjoy leading client conversations and can flex between strategic thinking and hands-on delivery.
  

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience designing or delivering training (internal or external)
• A background in consultancy, advisory, or coaching
• Experience managing freelancers or contractors
• A point of view on where the events industry is heading and how we can help it evolve

About TEMBO:

At TEMBO, we are passionate about delivering exceptional marketing, content, training and consultancy services grounded in our core values: prioritising people, embracing adaptability, pursuing knowledge, fostering collaboration, and striving for excellence.

Role Summary: Head of Event Strategy & Learning

As TEMBO's Head of Event Strategy & Learning, you will lead a strategically important and fast-developing area of the business. You will be responsible for defining our consultancy and training offer, engaging senior stakeholders, and delivering meaningful, commercial solutions that help our clients grow.

This role blends business development, consulting, programme design and delivery. You will scope strategic projects, write compelling proposals, and lead delivery-either yourself or via our growing network of trainers and consultants. You will also shape our portfolio of training products and consultancy frameworks, ensuring they are scalable, impactful, and aligned to market needs.

Working closely with the CEO, you will contribute to TEMBO's strategic vision, build strong client relationships, and help embed best practices across the business. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will support TEMBO's growth ambitions, uphold our values, and lead with credibility and warmth.

Team Structure

As part of the Senior Management Team, the Head of Event Strategy & Learning reports to the CEO and works closely with the Office Manager (admin support), Financial Controller (budgeting & finance oversight), and the Business Development Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Client Engagement & Growth

Lead strategic conversations with senior leaders across event organisers and media businesses

Scope and write compelling proposals for training and consultancy projects

Proactively identify and convert new business opportunities across TEMBO's network

Represent TEMBO at industry events and in external communications (e.g., LinkedIn)

Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and prospects

Collaborate with the business development team to shape and close opportunities

Service Delivery

Deliver a mix of consulting and training projects personally

Oversee delivery by trusted freelance partners (trainers, facilitators, strategists)

Design and facilitate workshops, planning sessions and capability reviews

Ensure client outcomes are met through structured delivery, reporting and follow-up

Create and manage project plans, budgets and resource allocation

Product & IP Development

Build out scalable training offers (in-house, open courses, online learning)

Develop consultancy frameworks and diagnostic tools

Create support materials and delivery templates to ensure consistency and quality

Continuously gather feedback to refine service offerings

Expectations

Have Industry Expertise: Proven experience in consulting, training or leadership within the events industry

Be Commercial: Able to articulate value, price services, and drive revenue and margin

Be Credible & Personable: Confident with senior stakeholders, warm with clients and teams

Be Organised & Strategic: Skilled at balancing delivery with business development and service design

Be Collaborative: Works well across teams and leads with clarity and generosity

Qualifications

Proven experience in consultancy and/or training leadership

Strong track record in business development and proposal writing

Experience working with senior-level stakeholders (e.g., C-suite)

Confident facilitator with excellent communication and presentation skills

Understanding of the events and media landscape preferred

What We Offer

Annual Leave: 20 days + bank holidays (with tenure-based increases)

Additional Perks: Birthday leave, company events, and social gatherings (e.g., Summer Summit, Christmas Party)

Wellbeing Support: 2 volunteering days per year, gym membership, and personalised training & development plan

Health Benefits: Medical & dental coverage (after two years with TEMBO)

£65,000 (pro rata) + bonus

TEMBO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive work environment for all employees.