At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead Ace's presence at card shows, ensuring memorable experiences and commercial success.
- Company: Join Ace Grading, a fast-growing brand in the trading card hobby.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work, and opportunities for international travel.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a chance to influence brand strategy and customer engagement.
- Why this job: Shape the future of a leading brand while working on exciting events worldwide.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in event management, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for collectibles.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 50000 £ per year.
Someone who thinks commercially, sweats the details and knows that every event should leave collectors talking about Ace long after the doors close. At Ace Grading, we're building one of the world's leading trading card grading brands. As we continue our international expansion, card shows play a vital role in introducing new collectors to Ace, strengthening relationships with existing customers and building our reputation around the world.
You'll own our exhibition programme across the UK and internationally, taking responsibility for everything from negotiating commercial opportunities with show organisers through to delivering world-class exhibition stands, exceptional customer experiences and measurable commercial results.
What you'll be doing
- Lead every aspect of Ace's presence at card shows, ensuring every event delivers against our commercial and brand objectives.
- Identify new event opportunities that support our international growth strategy.
- Negotiate stand locations, sponsorship packages and commercial agreements with exhibition organisers.
- Deliver premium exhibition stands that reflect the quality of the Ace brand.
- Coordinate suppliers, contractors, logistics, travel and event operations.
- Create memorable experiences that drive brand awareness, customer engagement and card submissions.
- Work with creators, ambassadors and partners to maximise our presence at every event.
- Analyse event performance and continually improve our return on investment.
You're someone who thrives on bringing ambitious projects to life. You enjoy negotiating, building relationships and finding ways to maximise value from every opportunity.
Requirements
- At least three years' experience delivering exhibitions, trade shows or live events.
- Strong project management and extremely strong organisational skills.
- Experience negotiating with event organisers, venues or suppliers.
- Strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets.
- The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
- A willingness to travel extensively across the UK and internationally, including some evenings and weekends.
- Experience within trading cards, gaming, collectibles or enthusiast communities would be an advantage but not essential.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape how one of the fastest-growing brands in the trading card hobby is experienced around the world. You'll have the opportunity to influence everything from stand design and customer experience through to event strategy and commercial partnerships, working with a passionate team that's committed to building the world's most respected grading brand.
Hybrid | Min 3 Days in Banbury-Office | Regular travel to events UK & International
Salary between £30,000 - £50,000 (Flexible dependent upon experience).
Temporary Event Manager in Banbury employer: Ace Grading
At Ace Grading, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture. As a Temporary Event Manager, you'll not only have the chance to lead exciting projects in the vibrant trading card community but also benefit from extensive growth opportunities within our expanding international brand. With a hybrid working model based in Banbury, you will enjoy a supportive environment that values creativity, attention to detail, and commercial acumen, all while making a significant impact on our global presence.
