Lead AV and Event Engineer

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious financial institution in Canary Wharf, London, is seeking a Lead AV & Events Engineer to oversee the delivery of high-profile corporate events. In this senior role, you will manage technical operations, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure events are executed flawlessly. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in corporate events and a strong technical background in AV systems. This position offers competitive compensation and a chance to work in a high-tech environment.

Benefits

Continuous training and development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering high-profile events in a corporate or enterprise environment.
• Advanced technical knowledge across AV disciplines, including signal flow and live streaming.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end event delivery for corporate events.
• Serve as primary contact during live events, ensuring smooth delivery.
• Diagnose and resolve complex AV faults.

Skills

Event delivery

Technical AV knowledge

Communication skills

Troubleshooting skills

Leadership capability

Job description

Overview

Lead AV & Events Engineer – Leading Investment Bank

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week (Rotational shifts between 7am–7pm, Mon–Fri)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead AV & Events Engineer to join the onsite AV & Events team at a prestigious Investment bank based in Canary Wharf, London.

This is a key senior role responsible for the end-to-end delivery of high-profile corporate events, including live and hybrid productions, technical support, and AV systems engineering. Working within a fully integrated onsite events team, you will lead the execution of world-class event experiences, support mission-critical AV infrastructure, and engage directly with executive-level stakeholders.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a high-tech, client-facing environment with access to cutting-edge facilities and global collaboration technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end event delivery, including planning, setup, live operation, and debriefs for internal and external events.
• Serve as primary point of contact during live events for all stakeholders, ensuring smooth delivery and prompt issue resolution.
• Operate and support AV systems including:
• Vision mixing
• Live streaming platforms
• Digital audio consoles
• Recording solutions
• Unified communications platforms (e.g., MS Teams, Zoom)
• Collaborate with internal production teams, event coordinators, and senior leadership to align technical delivery with business goals.
• Provide Level 2/3 AV support, diagnosing and resolving complex AV faults and escalating as needed.
• Maintain and troubleshoot large-scale AV systems, including video signal processing, audio DSPs, and TCP/IP-based technologies.
• Ensure all AV spaces and systems are event-ready, producing daily equipment readiness reports.
• Capture and report on post-event analytics and KPIs, identifying trends and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and technical documentation.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the business, offering strategic insight into how AV and event technology can enhance engagement and communication.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience delivering high-profile events in a corporate or enterprise environment.
• Advanced technical knowledge across a broad range of AV disciplines, including signal flow, live streaming, and unified communications.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and a proactive, solution-focused mindset.
• Ability to lead and collaborate in a fast-paced, live event environment.
• Experience producing reporting and documentation aligned with KPIs and SLA requirements.

Working Hours

• 40 hours per week
• Rotational shift pattern between 7am and 7pm, Monday to Friday
• One hour unpaid break per day

Why Join?

• Work onsite at a world-class global financial institution
• Operate in a technically advanced, high-investment AV environment
• Be part of a collaborative team that values innovation and excellence
• Access to continuous training and development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits aligned with senior-level experience

Apply now to join a forward-thinking AV & Events team supporting some of the most influential professionals in the industry.