Senior Conference Producer - Energy & Commodity Markets

Argus Media; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Group medical, dental and vision plans

Company 401(k) match

Vacation days (20+)

Gym membership

Training and development

Job summary

Argus Media seeks a Senior Conference Producer in Houston to lead development of conference programs, secure high-profile speakers, and drive growth strategies across domestic and international events. The role requires 5+ years in commercial B2B conferences, strong stakeholder management and a track record of profitable products.

Travel and senior-level representation are expected. Join Argus to shape influential industry events and advance your profile within a respected, fast-paced

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience producing commercial B2B conferences.
• Experience working with senior executives and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to develop and grow conference products.

Responsibilities

• Lead the research, development and delivery of world-class conference programs through extensive market engagement and client consultation.
• Produce commercially successful conferences that are recognized as must-attend events within their industries.
• Secure senior-level speakers, including C-suite executives, government representatives and industry leaders.
• Define and continually refine the commercial proposition and strategic positioning of each event.
• Build deep market expertise and develop comprehensive market maps identifying key stakeholders, commercial relationships and growth opportunities.
• Create and execute clear growth strategies to drive attendance, sponsorship and long-term market relevance.
• Drive innovation in conference content, networking formats and delegate experience.
• Represent Argus confidently in meetings with senior external stakeholders, clients, sponsors and industry associations.
• Effectively manage and influence demanding internal stakeholders across editorial, consulting, commercial, marketing and leadership teams.
• Work collaboratively with sponsorship sales, delegate marketing, delegate sales and operations teams to maximize event performance.
• Monitor industry developments, identify emerging opportunities and recommend new conference launches where appropriate.
• Develop and maintain a strong industry network through regular client meetings and attendance at industry events.
• Deliver multiple conference projects simultaneously while maintaining high quality standards and meeting deadlines.
• Travel as required to attend events, conduct client meetings and represent Argus in the marketplace.

Skills

Conference production

Stakeholder management

Speaker engagement

Business development

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Argus is where smart people belong and where they can grow. We answer the challenge of illuminating markets and shaping new futures.

What We're Looking For

Argus produces industry-leading conferences for the global energy and commodities markets. We specialize in crude oil, refined products, LPG, fertilizers, metals, energy transition, biofuels, generation fuels, agriculture and chemicals. With conference teams based across Houston, London, São Paulo, Singapore and Shanghai, we deliver a global portfolio of more than 40 market-leading events annually.

We are seeking an experienced, commercially minded Senior Conference Producer to join our Production Team. This is a high-profile role responsible for leading some of Argus' flagship energy conferences, working with senior industry executives, key customers and internal stakeholders across the business.

The successful candidate will be a proven self-starter with a minimum of 5 years' experience producing commercial B2B conferences. They will be comfortable operating independently, making decisions with confidence, and taking ownership for the commercial and editorial success of their events. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can effectively manage demanding and senior stakeholders, and is confident representing Argus in meetings with C-suite executives and major industry players.

You will be responsible for developing market-leading conference programs, securing influential speakers, driving event growth strategies, and delivering commercially successful events from concept through to execution. International and domestic travel will be required to attend conferences, client meetings and industry events.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious producer looking to work on some of the most influential conferences within the global energy sector while building his profile within an internationally respected business.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead the research, development and delivery of world-class conference programs through extensive market engagement and client consultation.
• Produce commercially successful conferences that are recognized as must-attend events within their industries.
• Secure senior-level speakers, including C-suite executives, government representatives and industry leaders.
• Define and continually refine the commercial proposition and strategic positioning of each event.
• Build deep market expertise and develop comprehensive market maps identifying key stakeholders, commercial relationships and growth opportunities.
• Create and execute clear growth strategies to drive attendance, sponsorship and long-term market relevance.
• Drive innovation in conference content, networking formats and delegate experience.
• Represent Argus confidently in meetings with senior external stakeholders, clients, sponsors and industry associations.
• Effectively manage and influence demanding internal stakeholders across editorial, consulting, commercial, marketing and leadership teams.
• Work collaboratively with sponsorship sales, delegate marketing, delegate sales and operations teams to maximize event performance.
• Monitor industry developments, identify emerging opportunities and recommend new conference launches where appropriate.
• Develop and maintain a strong industry network through regular client meetings and attendance at industry events.
• Deliver multiple conference projects simultaneously while maintaining high quality standards and meeting deadlines.
• Travel as required to attend events, conduct client meetings and represent Argus in the marketplace.

What We're Looking For In You

• 5+ years' experience producing commercial B2B conferences, preferably within energy, commodities, finance or related sectors.
• Demonstrated success in developing and growing profitable conference products.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify market opportunities and translate industry developments into compelling event propositions.
• Proven experience engaging with senior industry executives and securing high-profile speakers.
• Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships and influencing senior decision-makers.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Degree educated or equivalent professional experience.
• Personal Attributes
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, take initiative and drive projects forward with limited day-to-day supervision.
• Highly professional and confident in representing Argus at executive-level meetings and industry events.
• Commercially focused with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Resilient and comfortable working with demanding stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic thinker who can balance short-term execution with long-term event growth.
• Innovative and entrepreneurial in approach.
• Strong relationship builder with the ability to establish credibility quickly with colleagues and clients.
• Client-focused with excellent listening and stakeholder management skills.
• Ambitious, driven and motivated by delivering exceptional results.
• Aligned with Argus' values of Excellence, Integrity, Partnership and Inclusivity.

What’s In It For You

Our rapidly growing, award-winning business offers a dynamic environment for talented, entrepreneurial professionals to achieve results and grow their careers. Argus recognizes and rewards successful performance and as an Investor in People, we promote professional development and retain a high-performing team committed to building our success.

• Competitive salary and company bonus scheme
• Group medical, dental and vision plans
• Company paid short term and long term disability and life insurance plan
• Group 401(k) safe harbor retirement plan with a 6% company match
• 20 vacation days your first year, up to a maximum of 30 days
• Subsidised gym membership
• Extensive internal and external training

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Argus is the leading independent provider of market intelligence to the global energy and commodity markets. We offer essential price assessments, news, analytics, consulting services, data science tools and industry conferences to illuminate complex and opaque commodity markets.

Headquartered in London with 1,500 staff, Argus is an independent media organisation with 32 offices in the world’s principal commodity trading hubs.

Companies, trading firms and governments in 160 countries around the world trust Argus data to make decisions, analyse situations, manage risk, facilitate trading and for long-term planning. Argus prices are used as trusted benchmarks around the world for pricing transportation, commodities and energy.

Founded in 1970, Argus remains a privately held UK-registered company owned by employee shareholders and global growth equity firm General Atlantic.