Project Manager

Optima Recruitment; Fetcham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events company in Fetcham seeks a Project Manager to oversee high-impact events for international clients. The role demands strong organizational and communication skills, along with experience in event management. You will craft proposals, manage logistics, and ensure high-quality execution of events. The position offers a competitive salary, a supportive team environment, and the ability to work flexibly. Ideal candidates have a degree or equivalent experience and a passion for the events industry.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Childcare vouchers

Work-life balance options

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in project management or 6+ years in events.
• Experience in an event agency preferred.
• Strong understanding of the London event scene is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client briefs and craft proposals.
• Research and book venues and services.
• Manage multiple projects from planning to delivery.
• Build relationships with suppliers and clients.
• Handle supplier contracts and event logistics.
• Represent the company at events.

Skills

Event management

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Degree or A-Levels with relevant experience

Job description

Project Manager - Corporate Events

Location: Fetcham, Surrey (with some on-site work)

Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Part-Time considered – min. 27.5 hrs/week)

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum

Holiday: 28 days including Bank Holidays

Perks: Pension scheme & childcare vouchers

Bring your event expertise to a global stage.

A dynamic events company is looking for a Project Manager to join its close-knit team delivering incentive programmes, conferences, meetings, and hospitality for international clients across 40+ countries.

This is your chance to work on high-impact events for blue‑chip brands, with real scope for career growth in a collaborative, fast‑moving environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Respond to client briefs and craft compelling proposals
• Research and book hotels, venues, restaurants, and services
• Manage multiple projects from planning to on-site delivery
• Build relationships with agency partners, suppliers, and clients
• Handle supplier contracts, SLAs, and event logistics
• Represent the company at events and ensure flawless execution
• Support marketing, product development, and internal admin

What You’ll Bring:

• Degree with 4+ years OR A-Levels with 6+ years' experience
• Previous experience in an event agency (preferred)
• Knowledge of London’s event scene a plus
• Confident with Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint
• A strong communicator with great attention to detail
• Natural organiser who thrives under pressure
• Enthusiastic team player with strong commercial awareness

Why Apply?

• Work with international clients & world‑leading event agencies
• Be part of a small, passionate team where your voice is heard
• Enjoy a flexible work‑life balance with part‑time options
• Grow your skills and your career in a supportive environment

Ready to deliver world‑class events? Apply now and make your mark in the global events industry.

Ready to Apply?

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