Manager, Events

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• Plan and deliver a wide range of events including talks, gala dinners, exhibition builds, conferences, receptions and corporate brand events,

Work with the marketing and events teams to create and deliver an event strategy and plan that supports and complements the wider marketing ambitions,

Research and pitch new event ideas that support the strategy and engage with members and clients,

Oversee the development of event design, experience and brand presence onsite,

Partner with marketing to manage the development and implementation of event marketing, providing recommendations and guidance on best practice,

Manage, from start to finish, the ideation, planning, and delivery of each event,

Manage event production – working with the newsroom and programming teams to understand technical requirements for the ‘show’,

Liaise with the newsroom or respective stakeholders to ensure the content of events, and event experience, are in line with goals,

Develop detailed event schedules for the venue and other suppliers, ensuring they understand the format, set up and other requirements etc.,

Create and maintain project budgets, plans, schedules and contractual obligations,

Guide team members,

Build industry and business knowledge.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of all event planning phases

Creative with a strong eye for event design and a love of detail,

Excellent understanding of the industry,

Excited by/comfortable with fast paced, dynamic, hands-on role,

Sound business acumen, with the ability to work with multiple internal and external partners and stakeholders to produce and manage each event,

Outstanding project management and negotiation skills,

Strategic thinker who enjoys working in a collaborative, solutions driven environment,

Passion for the brand, the business and the industry.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of event industry (or similar) experience,

Ability to be flexible, travel within EMEA, and adapt to conflicting time zones as needed,

Experience managing heavy and contrasting event schedules,

Knowledge of event design and marketing processes.

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Business Area: Dow Jones – Leadership, Luxury & Events

Job Category: Marketing & Product Management

Union Status:

Non-Union role

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