Senior Operations Project Manager

JLB; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JLB is partnering with a leading events and hospitality company to fill the role of Senior Operations Project Manager in London. The successful candidate will manage high-end, bespoke events, ensuring seamless execution and complete guest satisfaction. A background in project management and experience with luxury clients is essential for this role, and the position offers a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in project management, operations, or event production, with at least 5 years managing high-end global events.
• Proven experience with luxury, hospitality, or high-net-worth clients.
• Strong expertise in budget creation and management for events over $1M+.

Responsibilities

• Own the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale luxury events.
• Build and manage multi-million-dollar event budgets.
• Coordinate all international logistics to ensure flawless execution.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Coordination

Budget Management

Event Production

Logistics Coordination

Education

8+ years in project management or event production

Job description

This range is provided by JLB. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

JLB are delighted to be partnering with a leading events and hospitality business to recruit a Senior Operations Project Manager to join the team.

Our client create high-end, bespoke event and travel experiences for luxury clients, and corporate groups, combining elite execution with world-class hospitality, the events are designed to deliver exceptional and unforgettable experiences globally.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Project Management: Own the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale luxury events from concept to completion, ensuring seamless guest experiences aligned with brand values.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as a key liaison between internal departments (marketing, creative, production, legal, finance) and external partners (venues, agencies, vendors, talent).
• Budget Oversight: Build and manage multi-million-dollar event budgets, including forecasting, reporting, and ROI tracking.
• Vendor & Venue Management: Source and negotiate with global vendors, luxury venues, and suppliers to ensure premium service, compliance, and cost-efficiency.
• Global Logistics: Coordinate all international logistics (transportation, accommodations, customs, permits), ensuring punctuality and fl awless execution.
• Compliance & Risk: Ensure all events comply with international safety standards, brand guidelines, and legal requirements.
• Team Leadership: Support Operations Director in managing and mentoring a team of event & project managers, coordinators, and freelancers.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in project management, operations, or event production, with at least 5 years managing high-end global events.
• Proven experience working with luxury, fashion, automotive, hospitality, or high-net-worth clientele and robust contacts in listed industry sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex international projects with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines.
• Strong expertise in budget creation and management (over $1M+ per event).

*Due to the high volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to candidates with relevant experience.*

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative, Project Management, and Other

• Industries

  Events Services, Hospitality, and Marketing Services

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