Senior Conference Producer

Wilmington Plc; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Event Producer to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers the chance to produce flagship events that drive growth in the Governance, Risk, and Compliance sector. With a hybrid working model and a focus on collaboration, you will be at the forefront of creating impactful experiences. Join a company that values innovation and customer-led approaches, and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. If you have a passion for event production and a results-driven mindset, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Performance-Related Bonus

Life Assurance

Additional Holiday Purchase

Subsidised Gym Memberships

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discount Vouchers

Access to Wellbeing Resources

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B event production with a track record of revenue growth.
• Strong understanding of commercial business practices in event production.

Responsibilities

• Produce 4-5 high-quality events per year with commercially viable content.
• Conduct detailed market research to identify trends and opportunities.

Skills

B2B Event Production

Market Research

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Content Development

Education

Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Salesforce

MS Dynamics

Job description

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Company Outline

Location: Hybrid, WeWork, Leadenhall Street, London, EC3A 3DE

Salary: £40,000 - £48,000 per annum + Discretionary Annual 20% Bonus + Excellent Benefits!

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

What We Can Offer You: Hybrid Working, Performance-Related Bonus, Life Assurance, Additional Holiday Purchase, Subsidised Gym Memberships, Cycle to Work scheme, Discount Vouchers and Access to Wellbeing Resources!

Why do we want you?

We are looking for an entrepreneurial and ambitious Senior Event Producer to join our team at Wilmington Events, part of Wilmington plc.

You will be responsible for producing 4-5 flagship events per year, working closely with our market-leading brands, ICA and Axco. Your expertise in revenue growth, market research, and content development will be crucial to expanding our portfolio.

Wilmington Events is an ambitious and agile events business with the backing of a strong and stable Plc. Established in 2022, we have delivered double-digit growth for two consecutive years and are now driving forward an ambitious three-year plan.

In 2024 alone, we successfully delivered 35 webinars and 15 events across major global locations, including London, Miami, Singapore, Munich, Tokyo, Amsterdam, and New York. Our portfolio includes five flagship events three industry-leading conferences and two prestigious awards ceremonies.

We take a customer-led approach to our events, designing conferences, awards, and bespoke gatherings that meet the specific needs of different industries, geographies, and professional communities. Our events are powered by collaboration, market insight, and a drive to set new standards in the Governance, Risk, and Compliance sector.

Please note: To complete your application, you will be redirected to Wilmington plc's career site. We shortlist all applicants who meet the essential role criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. For reasonable adjustments or to apply under our interview guarantee scheme, please use the contact details provided once you have clicked "apply"!

Job purpose, tasks and responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

• Producing 4-5 high-quality events per year, delivering commercially viable content that meets market needs.
• Conducting detailed market research, including telephone interviews with key stakeholders, to identify trends, themes, and opportunities.
• Developing and managing event agendas, awards categories, speaker line-ups, and judging panels.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders, including marketing, sales, and operations, to ensure event success.
• Writing compelling value propositions that highlight customer benefits and drive engagement.
• Identifying potential sponsors and initiating contact to support business development efforts.
• Project managing events from concept to completion, ensuring deadlines and revenue targets are met.

What's the Best Thing About This Role?

In this role, you'll be producing events for two of Wilmington's market-leading businesses, ICA and Axco.

You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team, driving the growth of an exciting event portfolio in the stable and growing sector of governance, risk, and compliance.

This is your chance to make a real impact and build a career with a business that values innovation and customer-led approaches.

What's the Most Challenging Thing About This Role?

Managing multiple projects across different geographies and event formats can be demanding, but with the right planning and focus, you will thrive in this fast-paced environment.

Your ability to stay organised and adapt to evolving market needs will be key to your success.

Essential and desirable capabilities

To be successful in this role, you must have / be:

• Proven experience in B2B event production with demonstrable success in delivering double-digit revenue growth.
• Experience in conference and awards production, with a strong understanding of commercial business practices.
• Expertise in conducting market research to identify relevant sponsors and writing commercially viable content.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams to deliver successful events.

To be successful in this role, it would be great if you have:

• A degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience with sales CRM systems such as Salesforce or MS Dynamics.
• A proactive and results-driven mindset, with strong project management skills.

We know it's not a skill, but the successful candidate must have permission to work in the role's location by the start of their employment.

Before you go....

About Us

Wilmington Events, part of Wilmington plc, is a specialist provider of events in the global Governance, Risk, and Compliance sector.

With an ambitious three-year growth plan, we're expanding our portfolio of conferences, awards, and webinars, delivering impactful experiences in locations such as London, Miami, Singapore, and New York.

Find What You're Looking For

We are ambitious and inclusive, filled with integrity and curiosity. We are Wilmington plc. Are you? Join us to achieve more in your career, with mutual respect, support, and fair rewards.

Click on "APPLY" today!

The Legal Bit!

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*Please note that this role may remain advertised until an offer of employment has been made.

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