Senior Manager, Special Projects Global Events

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Manager for Special Projects in Global Events. This dynamic role involves driving collaboration across subsidiaries and managing high-profile events like AVEVA World and the Schneider Global Innovation Summit. You'll be at the forefront of innovative event strategies, ensuring brand consistency and regional relevance. If you're passionate about technology and want to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company recognized for its commitment to sustainability and diversity, and help shape the future of global events.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead matrixed teams and manage stakeholders effectively.
• Experience in large global organizations with a focus on event management.

Responsibilities

• Drive collaboration across subsidiaries for major global events.
• Manage budgets and ensure compliance and cost efficiency.
• Oversee digital experiences to maximize engagement at events.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Event Management

Stakeholder Management

Innovation Mindset

Job description

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Senior Manager, Special Projects Global Events, London

Client:

AVEVA

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Hospitality

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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11

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver essentials such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals—safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

We’re the first software company in the world to have our sustainability targets validated by the SBTi, and we’re recognized for our transparency and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Recently, we were named one of the world’s most innovative companies.

If you’re curious and collaborative, and want to make a significant impact through technology, we want to hear from you! Find out more at [website link].

Responsibilities

• Drive collaboration with other subsidiaries of Schneider Electric across AVEVA World, Schneider Global Innovation Summit, and Tier 1 third-party events such as Hannover Messe and ADIPEC.
• Work as part of the event project team on projects like AVEVA World and IGNITE (AVEVA Company kickoff).
• Support regional marketing teams with the setup of AVEVA Days, ensuring efficiency, brand consistency, and regional relevance.
• Assist the VP of Global Events with presentation preparation, research, and analytics to support event strategy.
• Manage the Global Events budget, ensuring compliance, cost efficiency, and accurate reporting.
• Oversee the digital experience for AVEVA World to maximize impact, engagement, and attract new clients.
• Collaborate with Product Management and the Event Delivery Team to identify key themes and products for representation at events.
• Lead ad hoc projects as they arise.

Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to lead highly matrixed teams.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills to manage multiple stakeholders and seek win-win solutions.
• Growth mindset with a focus on innovation and process efficiency.
• Experience working in large global organizations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in event management is advantageous.
• Flexibility for international travel, working evenings, and some weekends depending on event schedules.