Senior Manager - Events, EMEA (14 Months Fixed Term Contract)

OppenheimerFunds Distributor, Inc; Henley-on-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management firm in Henley-on-Thames is seeking a Senior Manager - Events for end-to-end event planning and execution across the EMEA region. The role requires exceptional project management, a proactive mindset, and the ability to collaborate with various teams to align events with marketing objectives. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in event management, strong analytical skills, and fluency in English. This is a full-time position, offering a flexible hybrid working model.

Benefits

Company-provided healthcare

Flexible working options

Generous pension provisions

Income protection

Health and wellness benefits

Volunteering days

Enhanced parental leave

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Proven years of experience in event planning and execution.
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Experience with cross-functional teams for event alignment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute strategic events across the EMEA region.
• Manage event delivery including budgeting, logistics, and stakeholder communication.
• Collaborate to ensure events are integrated into broader campaigns.

Skills

Event planning

Project management

Collaboration

Budget oversight

Vendor management

Communication

Multi-project management

Analytical skills

Fluent English

Education

Experience in event planning

Relevant experience or degree

Tools

Cvent

ON24

Pardot

Salesforce

Job description

Description

We have an outstanding benefits package which includes :

Company-provided healthcare

A competitive annual leave allowance

Flexible working options, including hybrid working arrangements

Generous pension provisions

Income protection

Health and wellness benefits

Volunteering days

Enhanced parental leave

Life insurance

Your Role :

The Senior Manager - Events, EMEA is responsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and evaluation of events that support the region’s marketing and business objectives. This role plays a key part in delivering exceptional event experiences that are aligned with strategic priorities and integrated into the broader marketing mix.

Working under the guidance of the Senior Manager – Events, EMEA - Team Lead the role requires strong project management skills, creativity, and a collaborative mindset to ensure events are delivered on time, on brand, and on budget. The Senior Events Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams—including Segment Marketing, Distribution, GEM, Web, and Content—to ensure events amplify messaging and drive engagement across channels.

The ideal candidate will bring a proactive, detail-oriented approach to event delivery, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while contributing to the continuous improvement of event processes and outcomes.

What you will be doing :

• Plan and execute a range of strategic events across the EMEA region, ensuring alignment with marketing and business objectives
• Manage all aspectsof event delivery, including budgeting, logistics, vendor coordination, stakeholder communication, and post-event analysis
• Act as a strategic partner to Country / Segment Marketing, ensuring events are tailored to segment and local market needs. Collaborate closelywith Distribution, GEM, Web, and Content teams to ensure events are integrated into broader campaigns and messaging
• Ensure brand consistencyand high-quality execution across all event touchpoints, from pre-event promotion to on-site experience and follow-up
• Ensure each event is in alignment with the brief's objectives, establish success metrics, and ensure KPIs are monitored; accordingly, gather feedback and analyse performance to demonstrate ROI and inform future planning
• Contribute to innovationby identifying new event formats, technologies, and engagement strategies to enhance attendee experience
• Support team-wide initiatives, sharing best practices and contributing to process improvements across the events function
• Maintain strong relationshipswith internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure smooth collaboration and delivery

What you will bring :

• Proven years of experience in end-to-end event planning and execution, ideally within a B2B marketing or corporate environment
• Proven ability to manage multiple events simultaneously across different formats (in-person, virtual, hybrid) and geographies
• Experience working with cross-functional teams to align events with broader marketing strategies
• Background in vendor management, logistics coordination, and budget oversight
• Demonstrated success in delivering events that drive engagement, brand awareness, and measurable business outcomes
• Experience working in a fast-paced, matrixed organisation with multiple stakeholders
• Solid understanding of event strategy, planning, and execution best practices
• Familiarity with how events integrate into broader marketing campaigns and customer journeys
• Knowledge of event technologies and platforms (e.g. Cvent, ON24, Pardot, Salesforce)
• Understanding of budget management, risk mitigation, and compliance in event delivery
• Awareness of cultural nuances and logistical considerations across the EMEA region
• Ability to analyse event performance data and apply insights to improve future events
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken, additional European languages would be an advantage
• Relevant experience, knowledge and attitude would gladly be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s or master’s degree
• Comfortable travelling solo with occasional nights away from home
• Confident and calm under pressure, adapt quickly to changing briefs and situations

Disability Confident Scheme :

Applicants who opt in to the Disability Confident Scheme and meet the ‘minimum criteria’ for the role will be offered an interview. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process for all candidates who make an application. By opting-in to this scheme, applicants will be disclosing that they have a disability solely for the purpose of the Disability Confident Scheme.

The Disability Confident Scheme only guarantees an interview – it does not automatically mean that applicants interviewed will gain employment with Invesco at that time.

To apply through the Disability Confident Scheme, you’ll need to firstly ensure you have applied for the role via our external careers page. Following this, you’ll need to email us at confirming your wish to opt-in, alongside your contact details and the title of the role you wish to apply for.

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Worker Type

Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Workplace Model

Pursuant to Invesco’s Workplace Policy, employees are expected to comply with the firm’s most current workplace model, which as of October 1, 2025, includes spending at least four full days each week working in an Invesco office. This reflects our belief that spending time together in the office helps us build stronger relationships, collaborate more easily, and support each other’s growth and development.

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Regulatory :

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