Trade Show & Events Manager

Morgan Gray; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Annual bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Private medical cover

Life insurance

Electric car scheme

Job summary

Morgan Gray is seeking a Trade Show & Events Manager in Fareham. You will lead planning and execution of trade shows, exhibitions, conferences and customer events across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia‑Pacific, collaborating with sales, product and marketing teams.

The role requires 7+ years of international event experience, strong budget and stakeholder management, and a keen eye for data-driven improvements using AI and automation tools.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience managing trade shows, exhibitions and event programmes across international markets.
• Proven track record delivering both small and large-scale events.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience managing external suppliers, agencies and event partners.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and deliver a calendar of trade shows, exhibitions, conferences, seminars and customer engagement events.
• Act as the central point of contact for event planning across multiple brands and regions.
• Develop event strategies that support business objectives, product launches and commercial priorities.
• Utilise digital tools, automation and AI-driven insights to improve audience targeting and event effectiveness.
• Establish event KPIs and measurement frameworks with clear reporting on performance and ROI.
• Manage event budgets, forecasting, tracking and post-event analysis.
• Coordinate and oversee external agencies, suppliers and production partners.
• Collaborate with sales, product and marketing teams to maximise event success.
• Manage merchandise and display programmes to ensure consistent brand representation.
• Support partner networks with marketing assets and event collateral.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Budget management

Commercial mindset

Event planning

Tools

CRM

Marketing platforms

AI tools

Project management software

Job description

Trade Show & Events Manager

Location: Fareham; 4 days in office, 1 day from home. (Hybrid)

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: 33 days holiday, annual bonus scheme, pension scheme, private medical cover, life insurance, and an electric car scheme.

Travel: Some international travel required

About the Opportunity

An established international organisation is seeking a Trade Show & Events Manager to join its collaborative marketing team. This is a varied role responsible for delivering a diverse portfolio of events across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia‑Pacific.

Working across multiple brands and markets, you will lead the planning and execution of trade shows, exhibitions, conferences, seminars, customer events and promotional activities. From shaping event strategy and measuring performance to coordinating logistics and supplier management, you will play a key role in driving brand visibility and commercial success.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a global environment where no two days are the same. One day you may be reviewing event performance and campaign data, and the next you could be supporting the delivery of a major international exhibition.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and deliver a calendar of trade shows, exhibitions, conferences, seminars and customer engagement events.
• Act as the central point of contact for event planning across multiple brands and regions.
• Develop event strategies that support business objectives, product launches and commercial priorities.
• Utilise digital tools, automation and AI‑driven insights to improve audience targeting, engagement and event effectiveness.
• Establish event KPIs and measurement frameworks, providing clear reporting on performance, lead generation and return on investment.
• Manage event budgets, including forecasting, tracking and post‑event analysis.
• Coordinate and oversee external agencies, suppliers, exhibition contractors and production partners.
• Collaborate closely with sales, product and marketing teams to maximise event success.
• Manage merchandise, promotional materials and display programmes to ensure consistent brand representation.
• Support partner networks with marketing assets and event collateral.
• Ensure brand consistency across all events, channels and customer touchpoints.
• Gather market insights and stakeholder feedback to influence future event and marketing strategies.

About You

We're looking for an organised, commercially minded events professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• At least 7 years' experience managing trade shows, exhibitions and event programmes across international markets.
• A proven track record of delivering both small and large‑scale events.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Experience managing external suppliers, agencies and event partners.
• Confidence using data and analytics to evaluate event performance and inform future decisions.
• Budget management experience across multiple projects and regions.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Experience using project management, CRM and marketing platforms.
• An interest in leveraging AI and automation tools to improve efficiency and event outcomes.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation with an international event portfolio.
• A highly varied role with exposure to both strategic planning and event execution.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• The chance to influence high‑profile events and customer engagement initiatives across multiple markets.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• International travel opportunities.

If you're a proactive and creative events professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you