Operations Manager

Lipton Media; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lipton Media in London is seeking an Operations Manager to lead a portfolio of live US-based conferences and exhibitions, taking full ownership of planning, execution and delivery with a focus on on-time, on-budget results.

You will manage end-to-end logistics, build strong supplier and venue relationships, ensure exhibitor and sponsor packages are fulfilled, and keep projects aligned with safety, quality and financial targets.

Qualifications

• Experience managing end-to-end event delivery– ideally conferences / exhibitions.
• Experience running US events is a major advantage.
• Experience with US suppliers and venues highly advantageous.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Own the planning and delivery of multiple events.
• Create floorplans and manage venue logistics.
• Oversee H&S compliance, risk assessments and build schedules.
• Manage suppliers, contractors and fulfilment of commercial packages.
• Collaborate with internal teams on timelines and deliverables.
• Manage budgets and track gross profit margins.
• Oversee exhibitor and speaker communication processes.
• Troubleshoot onsite issues and lead operational delivery.

Skills

End-to-end event delivery

US events experience

Negotiation

Budget tracking

Stakeholder management

Job description

• Leading Global Events business seeks experienced Events Manager to lead across a number of US based conferences and exhibitions. Our client’s world leading events bring scale, knowledge and gravitas to promote innovation and technology that changes people’s lives. Spanning solar, ed tech, payments, e-commerce, life sciences and aviation, our client organises and hosts the very best b2b events around.

Operations Manager– B2B Events

Leading Global Events business seeks experienced Events Manager to lead across a number of US based conferences and exhibitions.

Our client’s world leading events bring scale, knowledge and gravitas to promote innovation and technology that changes people’s lives.

Spanning solar, ed tech, payments, e-commerce, life sciences and aviation, our client organises and hosts the very best b2b events around.

About the role:

As Operations Manager, you’ll take full responsibility for planning and delivering a portfolio of live events.

You will manage end-to-end logistics, build strong supplier and venue relationships, ensure exhibitor and sponsor packages are fulfilled, and deliver events on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.

This role requires project ownership, multitasking, and a commitment to operational excellence. International travel to events required – Europe and US!

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the planning and delivery of multiple events
• Create floorplans and manage venue logistics
• Oversee H&S compliance, risk assessments and build schedules
• Manage suppliers, contractors and fulfilment of commercial packages
• Collaborate with internal teams on timelines and deliverables
• Manage budgets and track gross profit margins
• Oversee exhibitor and speaker communication processes
• Troubleshoot onsite issues and lead operational delivery

Profile of Candidate:

• Experience managing end-to-end event delivery– ideally conferences / exhibitions
• Experience running US events is a major advantage!
• Experience with US suppliers and venues highly advantageous
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Confident budget tracking and financial awareness
• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Excellent problem-solving skills under pressure
• Ability to coach and support junior team members

Company Address : 13 Carmen Court, 35 Toye Avenue, London, N20 0FN