Senior Event Manager

KnoWho; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for progression

Collaborative team culture

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A leading boutique events agency in Cheshire East is seeking a Senior Event Manager to lead high-profile projects. The role involves strategic event planning, client engagement, and ensuring flawless execution of events. Candidates should have over 4 years' experience in events, excellent project management skills, and a creative approach. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ agency experience in events, production, or experiential communications.
• Proven background in delivering conferences, parties, and experiential activations.
• Strong project management skills for complex, large-scale events.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture strong client relationships.
• Design and deliver creative event strategies.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and suppliers.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Event production

Supplier management

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Senior Event Manager

KnoWho, Cheshire East, England, United Kingdom

Overview

This is your opportunity to join a stand-out boutique agency renowned for delivering world-class events and communications campaigns. With creativity, innovation, and client satisfaction at the core, the agency specialises in conferences, brand experiences, parties, and large-scale experiential activations that make a lasting impact. The team is small but ambitious, offering a varied, hands-on role while shaping the future growth of the agency.

The Role

As a Senior Events Manager / Producer, you’ll be responsible for leading high-profile projects from start to finish — from strategic planning through to flawless execution. You’ll work across conferences, parties, experiential activations, and brand-led events, ensuring every project is delivered to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Engagement – Build and nurture strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Strategic Event Planning – Design and deliver creative event strategies tailored to client goals.
• End-to-End Project Management – Manage budgets, timelines, suppliers, and logistics seamlessly.
• Event Production – Lead on-site delivery across conferences, parties, and experiential activations.
• Team Leadership – Guide and inspire junior team members and cross-functional contributors.
• Creativity & Innovation – Bring fresh, original ideas to projects and stay ahead of industry trends.
• Evaluation & Reporting – Measure success, provide insights, and recommend improvements.

About You

• 4+ years’ agency experience in events, production, or experiential communications.
• Proven background in delivering conferences, parties, and experiential activations.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle complex, large-scale events.
• Confident communicator who can build trust with clients at all levels.
• Excellent supplier management and negotiation skills.
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and solutions-driven.
• Proficient with project management tools/software.

What’s on Offer

Work with a creative, ambitious boutique agency making waves in the events world.

A senior-level role where you’ll lead flagship projects and shape future growth.

A collaborative, supportive, and fun team culture.

Real opportunities for progression and professional development.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Advertising

Industries

• Events Services