Senior Event Project Manager

BCD Meetings & Events; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Event Project Manager to lead high-profile events in the financial sector. This role involves end-to-end event delivery, stakeholder engagement, and budget management, all while working in a collaborative and dynamic environment. You will have the opportunity to mentor team members and ensure that every event exceeds client expectations. With a focus on innovation and excellence, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking company that values flexibility and growth. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about creating memorable experiences, this role is for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Room to Grow

Comprehensive Healthcare

Retirement Plans

Continued Education Support

Travel and Hotel Discounts

Volunteer Opportunities

Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in end-to-end event delivery for high-touch in-person events.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and budget management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end delivery of assigned event projects.
• Engage and supervise external suppliers while maintaining effective relationships.
• Consult with stakeholders to gather requirements for event solutions.

Skills

Event Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Budget Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Travel Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Event Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Virtual Meeting Platforms

Event Mobile Apps

Job description

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Senior Event Project Manager

Location: UK, London, Onsite, EUROPE

Company: BCD

About Us:

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.

We are looking for a Senior Event Manager to join our Strategic Meetings Management team supporting a client dedicated team in the financial investment sector. You will have expertise in end-to-end event delivery in high touch in-person events in both the UK and Overseas. You are at ease guiding your stakeholders, working independently and collaborating with your wider team as well as mentoring members of the team. You thrive on juggling multiple projects, meeting and exceeding expectations, and get great satisfaction from seeing it all come together onsite!

As a Senior Event Manager, you will:

• Own the end-to-end delivery of event projects assigned to you
• Engage, contract and supervise external suppliers, building and maintaining effective relationships with your vendors/suppliers on behalf of the client
• Consult with stakeholders to gather all requirements to deliver the right event solution to meet their objectives
• Work with the client’s internal events team to organise and deliver face-to-face, virtual, and hybrid meetings and events
• Consistently apply and demonstrate our expertise to our clients
• Maintain financial responsibility for the event budget – from budget preparation to final reconciliation
• Communicate effectively – listening, written and verbal - able to interpret our client’s objectives into all aspects of their event
• Instil confidence in your clients that we are experts in our field
• Demonstrate proven end-to-end worldwide event delivery experience
• Show proven meeting technology and delegate registration knowledge and expertise
• Exhibit excellent attention to detail and budgeting management skills
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• React and think on your feet, offering solutions while working on multiple projects and timelines at once
• Be able to travel regularly in the UK and Overseas

You might also have:

• Experience of delivering events for the financial/media/technology industry
• Experience of working in a corporate client environment
• Virtual meeting platform and event mobile app experience

You should know:

• Role is UK Hybrid based, with 1 day per week in the client's London office
• You must have the ability to travel within the UK and Overseas, which may include weekends
• You must have the right to work in the UK

How to apply:

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THE PERKS

Flexible Working

We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

Room to Grow

Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

Everyone has a voice

We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or small, every voice is heard, considered, and respected.

Make your move

The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.

Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities, and a successful employee recognition program.

We’re positive. You’ll love it.

It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people, and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.