Senior MICE Project Lead: Global Corporate Events

Orange Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent destination management company in Edinburgh or London is seeking a Senior Events & Incentives Project Manager. The ideal candidate will manage high-profile MICE projects, ensuring exceptional client experiences and flawless delivery. Requirements include over 5 years of experience in project management, strong knowledge of UK and Ireland destinations, and excellent organisational skills. The role offers competitive salary and benefits while enabling exposure to international clients and large-scale events.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company bonus

Training and development support

Collaborative working 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 main 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

Organisational skills

Negotiation skills

Budget management

Destination knowledge

Problem-solving

Proficiency with event technology

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

A prominent destination management company in Edinburgh or London is seeking a Senior Events & Incentives Project Manager. The ideal candidate will manage high-profile MICE projects, ensuring exceptional client experiences and flawless delivery. Requirements include over 5 years of experience in project management, strong knowledge of UK and Ireland destinations, and excellent organisational skills. The role offers competitive salary and benefits while enabling exposure to international clients and large-scale events.