Senior Event Manager

Mix Interiors; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events and media company based in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Event Manager to plan and execute major events both domestically and internationally. This individual will be responsible for logistics management including venue sourcing, vendor negotiations, and budget oversight. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in event management, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an event manager.
• Excellent project management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualise, plan, and execute high-profile events within the UK and overseas.
• Oversee all aspects of event logistics, including venue sourcing and vendor management.
• Manage budgets, ensuring events are delivered on time and within financial parameters.

Job description

Job Description

About us

Mix Media Ltd is home to Mix Interiors, an award-winning events and media company that has been helping to shape the commercial interior design industry for the last 25 years.

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and detail‑oriented Senior Event Manager to conceptualise, plan, and execute high‑profile events within the UK and overseas.

You will help to design and deliver some of the biggest and most anticipated events in the commercial interior design calendar – including the Mix Awards (formerly Mixology) and Mix 30 under 30, to name a few.

Event strategy & planning

• Help to successfully deliver and grow our award‑winning events and advertising portfolio
• Conduct market research to identify new opportunities for growth within the UK and overseas.

Logistics & execution

• Oversee all aspects of event logistics, including venue sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management (AV, catering, travel, accommodation), shipping, and local compliance.
• Manage (multi‑currency) budgets, ensuring all events are delivered on time and within financial parameters.
• Lead the on‑site execution of events…