International Events Operations Lead - 8-Month Contract

Guidant Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidant Global is seeking an experienced Operations Event Manager for an 8-month fixed-term contract in London, UK. You will overlook end-to-end event operations, coordinating with cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver international conferences and exhibitions on time and within budget.

In this hands-on role, you will manage budgets, schedules, venues, audiovisuals, and attendee engagement, ensuring safety, accessibility, and sustainability standards are met.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in event operations within B2B conferences, exhibitions, or events.
• Proven ability to manage multiple events independently from planning to delivery.
• Strong project management, budget management, and supplier negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end operational planning and delivery for a portfolio of international events.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and event schedules.
• Oversee event budgets, supplier contracts, purchase orders, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate venues, catering, audiovisual services, production, registration, and other event logistics.
• Lead on-site event operations and ensure a seamless attendee experience.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, sponsors, venues, and internal stakeholders.
• Manage event technology platforms, including registration and attendee engagement systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, accessibility, and sustainability standards.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate operational risks while providing regular project updates.
• Complete post-event evaluations and oversee any outstanding follow-up activities.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Supplier negotiations

Stakeholder management

Communication

Job description

Guidant Global is seeking an experienced Operations Event Manager for an 8-month fixed-term contract in London, UK. You will overlook end-to-end event operations, coordinating with cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver international conferences and exhibitions on time and within budget.

In this hands-on role, you will manage budgets, schedules, venues, audiovisuals, and attendee engagement, ensuring safety, accessibility, and sustainability standards are met.