Event Manager
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Event Manager at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk], leading global B2B events. Responsibilities include planning, budgeting, vendor management, and client relations. Requires 5+ years of experience, strong leadership, and organizational skills. Hybrid work in London.
The Role
Event Manager
As an Event Manager at [Employer hidden], you will lead the end-to-end planning and delivery of exceptional event experiences for global B2B clients. You will be responsible for developing strategic event plans, managing budgets and vendors, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless execution from concept through to post-event evaluation.
You will act as a key client partner, aligning event objectives with broader campaign goals and delivering experiences that exemplify our clients’ brands while exceeding expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Proposal & Pitch Development
- Lead development of tailored event proposals aligned to client briefs and strategic objectives
- Shape pitch strategy and coordinate internal contributors
- Ensure feasibility, financial accuracy, and strong commercial thinking
- Event Marketing & Positioning
- Contribute to event-specific marketing strategies
- Identify target audiences and support messaging alignment
- Collaborate with creative and content teams to ensure consistent branding
- Event Planning & Delivery
- Develop comprehensive project plans including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and external vendors
- Manage stakeholder expectations throughout the planning lifecycle
- Lead onsite delivery, ensuring quality, efficiency, and professionalism
- Vendor & Partner Management
- Source, negotiate, and contract suppliers in line with budget and compliance standards
- Manage vendor performance and resolve issues proactively
- Build strong, long-term supplier relationships
- Budget & Financial Management
- Create and manage event budgets
- Track spend, approve expenses, and ensure profitability
- Provide accurate financial reporting and variance analysis
- Risk Management & Problem Solving
- Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans
- Lead troubleshooting during live event environments
- Maintain composure under pressure and ensure smooth execution
- Post-Event Reporting & Optimisation
- Oversee data collection and event evaluation
- Deliver post-event reports including performance insights and recommendations
- Identify improvements to elevate future event impact
- Client & Team Leadership
- Act as primary client contact across event delivery
- Build trusted client relationships
- Lead, motivate, and mentor event teams
- Foster collaboration across departments
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business, Hospitality, or related field
- 5+ years’ experience within an event marketing agency environment (B2B Tech preferred)
- Proven experience delivering mid-to-large scale events (in-person and/or digital)
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Commercially astute with budget management experience
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving capability
- Proficient in event platforms, project management tools, and Microsoft Office
- Flexible to travel and work outside standard hours when required
What we offer
- Company pension
- Flexible blended working policy with 2 days per week in our London office – work the way that best suits you
- 23 days paid leave with annual increases after a period of service. 3 days to be taken over Christmas/New Year and a day off on your birthday
- Cycle to work scheme
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to [Employer hidden]’s M | University training platform to help you grow
- Employee rewards and recognition programme
- Wellness days throughout the year
About [Employer hidden]
[Employer hidden] is the world’s leading global multi-specialist B2B agency, with offices in London, New York, Seattle, Dubai, Singapore, Munich, and Sydney.
As Best Agency of the Year (B2B Marketing Awards 2022) and Best Company to Work For (Best Companies), we’re committed to redefining the business of creativity as the catalyst for B2B growth. Why? Because we believe B2B experiences can be so much better.
We embrace different and deliver on our vision through our proprietary approach to strategy-informed creative thinking. Our Turning Heads™ methodology combines the best of strategic consulting, creative thinking, media, technology, and sales expertise. This enables us to develop intelligent, head-turning solutions which creates change and empowers our clients to differentiate, transform, and grow.
Some of the world's largest tech organisations trust us to turn the heads that count, including Adobe, Ciena, Dropbox, Facebook, AWS, Google Cloud, Oracle, ServiceNow and Proofpoint.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to creating a workplace that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce not only fosters innovation but also ensures that every individual's unique perspective is celebrated and respected. We are an equal opportunities employer and are dedicated to providing a work environment that embraces all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. At [Employer hidden], all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation or any other protected basis under appropriate law. we strive to build a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and able to bring their full selves to work. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please let us know in your application if you require an accommodation during the interview process.