Strategic Event & Activation Lead

JLL; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global real estate firm seeks an experienced Event & Activation Manager to oversee diverse event portfolios for a major client. The role requires strategic planning and strong stakeholder engagement skills. Ideal candidates will have a background in large-scale event management and knowledge of health and safety legislation. You will coordinate between multiple teams, manage direct reports, and ensure the successful execution of a range of events ranging from music festivals to retail activations.

Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale production management required.
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety legislation needed.
• Ability to develop event management plans and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Guide stakeholders through collaborative approaches to activations.
• Lead strategic event management, focusing on safety plans and objectives.
• Manage and develop one direct report, an Event & Activation Assistant.

Skills

Event management

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

IOSH / NEBOSH qualification

Job description

A global real estate firm seeks an experienced Event & Activation Manager to oversee diverse event portfolios for a major client. The role requires strategic planning and strong stakeholder engagement skills. Ideal candidates will have a background in large-scale event management and knowledge of health and safety legislation. You will coordinate between multiple teams, manage direct reports, and ensure the successful execution of a range of events ranging from music festivals to retail activations.