Event Manager

Event Manager London, W11 (with hybrid working) About Us We’re Big Group, an award-winning, independent creative marketing agency who apply bigger thinking to everything we do. For over 30 years, we’ve been helping our clients create memorable EXPERIENCES, drive business results to amplify PERFORMANCE, innovate with technology to drive TRANSFORMATION, and nurture and connect brands with consumers to build genuine COMMUNITIES. At Big Group, we love our employees so much that we have given them ownership of the company. In November 2022, we became an Employee Owned Trust (EOT), meaning that on passing probation, every single employee owns a share of the company. This will, in turn, give employees more of a sense of belonging and transparency around the business and future plans. It also allows employees to potentially benefit financially from the success of the business. We are now looking for an Event Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis. The Benefits – Salary of £32,000 – £35,000 per annum, depending on experience – 23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays – Up to five paid days of charity work per year – Health cashback scheme – Life cover – Pension scheme – Profit share – Gym discounts – Social events throughout the year – A welcoming and friendly office environment – Home & Tech scheme savings – Salary sacrifice benefits, including cycle to work scheme, workplace nursery, and electric vehicle scheme This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Event Manager to join our innovative organisation. You’ll make a real impact within this dynamic industry by shaping exceptional experiences for leading brands, gaining the recognition and resources to thrive in your role. What's more, with the potential for travel and involvement in prestigious events such as the BRIT Awards and the UEFA Champions League, we will provide you the perfect platform to showcase your expertise on a global stage. So, if you’re looking to take the next step in your events career, read on and apply today! The Role As an Event Manager, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of B2B and B2C events, with a primary focus on one of our largest accounts. Acting as the main point of contact, you will manage all aspects from initial planning through to onsite execution, ensuring each event is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard. By staying informed on industry trends, you will identify opportunities to enhance event experiences and drive continuous improvement, as well as contribute to new business development efforts by supporting pitches and proposals. Additionally, you will: – Build strong relationships with clients and suppliers – Demonstrate an unwavering responsiveness to clients – Write internal briefs to guide event execution About You To be considered as an Event Manager, you will need: – At least three years' experience in the events industry – Strong financial and budget management skills – The ability to manage multiple projects with varying deadlines and priorities – Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills – To be fluent in the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint Please note, this role will involve occasional evening and weekend work as well as international travel for site visits and event delivery. Other organisations may call this role Senior Events Co-ordinator, Conference Manager, Event Marketing Manager, Event Planner, or Hospitality Event Manager. Webrecruit and Big Group are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business, and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you want to take on an exciting role as an Event Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency