Senior Event Manager

Invoke Creative Agency; Leinster; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

23 days annual leave

10 public holidays

Career progression

Early Finish Fridays

Job summary

Invoke Creative Agency is seeking a Senior Event Manager to lead planning and delivery of corporate, private and wedding events in Ireland and internationally. You will manage briefs, budgets and on-site delivery, while building strong client relationships.

The role requires a hands-on leader with a creative flair, capable of coordinating with suppliers, venues and our branding/digital teams to ensure high standards and seamless events, including travel to Portugal and beyond.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in event management delivering corporate, private or wedding events.
• Ability to manage multiple events from concept to delivery.
• Strong budgeting, cost control and reconciliation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of events across a varied client portfolio in Ireland and internationally.
• Develop creative concepts and manage budgets, timelines and suppliers.
• Act as main client contact, managing expectations and post-event wrap-ups.

Skills

5+ years experience

Budgeting

Negotiation

Leadership

Client management

On-site management

Travel flexibility

Communication

Creativity

Problem solving

Tools

Event management software

Canva

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Position Type

Full-time | 3 days in the office, 2 days WFH

About Us

Invoke Creative Agency is a creative agency specialising in events, branding and digital, delivering refined events across Ireland, Portugal and beyond. Our dynamic team delivers the best experiences for our clients, with a keen eye for trends translated through curated set design, entertainment, catering, and more.

From intimate gatherings and milestone celebrations to standout brand activations and large-scale corporate events, we are passionate about creating experiences that get people talking before, during, and long after. With our attention to detail, creativity and dedication to exceptional client service, every event we deliver is personalised, considered and executed with ease.

The Role

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Senior Event Manager to join our Events team. Working alongside our Event Director and Events Executive, you will lead the planning and delivery of events across a varied client portfolio, from corporate gatherings and brand activations to bespoke private celebrations and weddings, in Ireland and internationally.

This is a hands-on role for someone who combines strong project management with genuine creative flair. You will take ownership of events from brief to wrap, manage client relationships with confidence, and keep budgets, suppliers and timelines firmly on track. We are looking for someone ambitious and proactive who uses their initiative, prioritises well under pressure, and is eager to grow with the agency.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning and Delivery

• Lead the planning and delivery of events across corporate, property-sector, bespoke private and wedding clients, from intimate gatherings to large-scale productions.
• Develop creative concepts, themes and formats in collaboration with clients and the wider Invoke team, translating current trends into curated set design, entertainment, catering and styling.
• Create detailed event plans, production schedules, run-of-show documents and timelines.
• Manage events on site, overseeing build, live delivery and de-rig to ensure a seamless guest experience.
• Lead post-event wrap-ups, including client debriefs, supplier feedback and final reconciliation.

Client Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong, trusted relationships through clear and consistent communication.
• Interpret client briefs and present proposals, creative decks and budgets with confidence.
• Manage client expectations, approvals and change requests throughout the planning process.
• Build and maintain relationships with sponsors, stakeholders and partners.

Weddings and Private Celebrations

• Plan and deliver weddings and milestone celebrations with a personal, considered approach, guiding couples and families from first consultation through to the day itself.
• Support destination events in Portugal and beyond, including venue liaison, local supplier coordination, and guest logistics.
• Work closely with the Event Director and Events Executive to share workload, align on priorities and maintain consistently high standards across all events.
• Support, mentor and delegate to event coordinators, freelance staff and on-site crew.
• Collaborate with Invoke’s branding and digital teams to ensure event creative, invitations and communications are consistently on brand.

Budget and Supplier Management

• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring every event is delivered within agreed financial parameters.
• Source, brief and manage venues, suppliers and contractors, building and maintaining Invoke’s trusted supplier network.
• Negotiate contracts to secure the best rates and terms without compromising on quality.
• Track spend, report on event financials and manage final reconciliations.

Logistics and Operations

• Coordinate all logistical elements, including venue selection, catering, AV and production, transport and accommodation, in Ireland and overseas.
• Oversee health and safety requirements, permits, insurance and risk assessments, ensuring all events comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Manage on-site issues and emergencies calmly and effectively.

Innovation and Trends

• Stay ahead of trends across events, hospitality, design and entertainment, bringing fresh ideas to every brief.
• Identify new suppliers, venues and technologies that elevate the guest experience.

About You

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in event management, delivering premium corporate, private and/or wedding events.
• Proven ability to manage multiple events simultaneously, from concept through to delivery.
• Expertise in budgeting: creating, managing and reconciling event budgets with a focus on cost control and value.
• Strong negotiation skills and an established network of suppliers and venues in Ireland; experience in Portugal or other international destinations is a strong advantage.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills , particularly Excel for budget tracking and financial reporting.
• Experience with event management software and project management tools.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Canva for event presentations and materials.
• A creative eye with a strong sense of style and design, and a passion for current and emerging trends.
• Exceptional communication skills , both written and verbal, with the confidence to present to clients at a senior level.
• Proven leadership skills , with experience motivating and mentoring a team.
• Calm and solutions-focused on site , able to problem‑solve quickly and creatively under pressure.
• Detail-oriented and highly organised , with a genuine commitment to exceptional client service.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as the event calendar requires, and willingness to travel, including to Portugal and other international destinations.
• Full Clean DrivingLicence essential.

What's on Offer

• €55,000 - €60,000 base salary + 10% performance-based bonus, with annual salary reviews.
• 23 days annual leave + 10 public holidays.
• Hybrid working: 3 days in office, 2 days from home.
• Early Finish Fridays.
• Opportunities for career progression, personal development and training.