Senior Events & Incentives Project Manager, Cashel Travel

Ukinbound; Greater London, City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A travel management company based in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior MICE Project Manager to lead high-profile Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events (MICE) projects from start to finish. This role demands strong organisational skills, the ability to manage multiple complex projects, and exceptional client relationship management. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in MICE project management and a strong awareness of UK & Ireland destinations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic international environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in MICE project management (DMC or agency preferred).
• Strong knowledge of UK & Ireland destinations and suppliers.
• Proven track record delivering complex multi-day events or incentive programmes.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end MICE projects: proposal concept, budgets, contracting, planning, and delivery.
• Act as the primary client contact, ensuring exceptional service and clear communication.
• Source and contract suppliers; maintain strong destination knowledge across the UK & Ireland.

Skills

Project management

Client handling

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Tools

Project management tools

Event technology

Job description

Cashel Travel is a DMC specialising in delivering exceptional travel experiences across the UK and Ireland. Serving both groups and individuals from all over the world, the company expertly manages events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale experiences with thousands of attendees. Cashel Travel operates a dedicated Groups, Luxury Travel, and Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events (MICE) departments. With an international team of 70 staff fluent in 12 languages, the company has offices in Edinburgh, London and Ireland.

The company is seeking an experienced Senior MICE Project Manager to lead the delivery of high-profile Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events (MICE) projects from initial brief to on-site execution. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional organisational skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects for corporate and international clients. As a senior member of the team, you will play a key role in client relationship management, project design, supplier negotiations and on-site operation.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end MICE projects: proposal concept, budgets, contracting, planning, and delivery.
• Act as the primary client contact, ensuring exceptional service and clear communication.
• Source and contract suppliers; maintain strong destination knowledge across the UK & Ireland.
• Oversee on-site operations and ensure flawless programme delivery.
• Work closely with Sales and internal teams to deliver creative, commercially sound solutions.
• 5+ years’ experience in MICE project management (DMC or agency preferred)
• Strong knowledge of UK & Ireland destinations and suppliers.
• Proven track record delivering complex multi-day events or incentive programmes.
• Excellent client-handling, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation skills and budget management experience.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage competing deadlines, and lead onsite event teams.
• Willingness to travel for site inspections and programme delivery.
• Proficiency with project management tools and event technology

How to apply:

Please email your CV and cover letter to Jason Caruana , Managing Director with the subject line ‘Senior MICE Project Manager Application’.