Conference Producer

What we’re looking forArgus produces commercial conferences for the energy and commodities markets. We specialise in agriculture, chemicals, crude oil, energy transition, fertilizers, generation fuels, LPG, metals, oil products. Argus has dedicated conference teams in Houston, London, Moscow, Sao Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore, running a global portfolio of 40+ events.We are currently looking for a driven, commercially astute Conference Producer to join a dynamic global production team within our industry-leading international portfolio. The portfolio is truly global and consists of 40+ conferences held in locations across the world from Asia to the Americas, ranging in size from 150– 900 attendees.In this role, you will be responsible for delivering commercially successful, well attended and critically respected conferences. Your primary responsibility is to write compelling conference programmes, in addition to identifying and securing a stellar speaker line-up of influential industry leaders, while managing the project from inception to completion. International travel will be needed as the conference producer will attend all events they deliver and may also travel for client meetings.This is an exciting opportunity for a producer who is looking to work on industry-leading, global conferences and be part of an experienced conference team within a very well-respected brand.What will you be doingUsing desk, telephone and face-to-face client research write topical and compelling conference programmes reflecting the needs most pertinent to the sectorIdentify the leading names in each sector, which organisations/individuals are most innovative and secure these bellwethers as speakers on every programmeDefine the commercial proposition of each event,Build and understand a market map for each conference with insight in to the value and strength of each buy-sell relationshipDevelop a clear and concise growth strategy for each event and communicate this to the project teamDrive continued innovation in content, networking and delegate experienceWork effectively with peers in sponsorship sales, delegate marketing, conference operations, delegate sales and customer service to ensure full and effective delivery of each projectCommunicate professionally with Argus editorial, business development, consulting and subscription sales to ensure we benefit from synergies with the rest of the Argus business and speak with one voice to our clientsComplete projects to deadline and on budgetUnderstand how market developments will impact the sectors in which you operate, and where an opportunity arises, propose new/launch conferences because of thisNetwork with clients at Argus events and in the market generally to ensure you are part of the industryDevelop a passion for the markets in which you operateDeliver all the above on five or six conference projects annuallySkills and ExperienceExperience of producing commercial B2B conferencesIntelligent – educated to degree level (or equivalent)Commercial – understand more than what is just interesting, but what each market development means for our clients and ArgusInnovative – thinks outside the box and looks for approaches to overcoming challengesDriven – ambitious and a self-starter that is motivated to exceed targetsNetworkable – the ability to develop strong professional relationships with colleagues and clientsClient focused – empathy and strong client relationship skillsConfident – sure of oneself without displaying arrogance. But will demonstrate they listen and act on feedback when givenDeadline focused – ability to multi-task and deliver projects on time while under pressure, by managing their time and prioritising effectivelyStrong written and verbal communication with colleagues and clients at all levels of seniorityBelieves in the Argus values of Passion, Integrity, Excellence and ResultsWhat’s in it for youOur 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 schemeGroup pension schemeGroup healthcare and life assurance schemeHybrid working environment (three days in office)25 days annual holiday with incremental increase up to 30 daysSubsidised gym membershipSeason ticket travel loanCycle to work schemeFlexible benefits platform (ability to buy additional medical cover, life assurance, dental cover, holiday, critical illness, travel insurance & health screening)Extensive internal and external training