At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead live events from planning to on-site delivery, creating bespoke solutions for clients.
- Company: Join Brief2Event, a leader in bespoke event services for corporate and association markets.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for overseas travel.
- Why this job: Make an impact by delivering memorable events and building strong client relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in event management and strong IT skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Brief2Event provide professional, bespoke event services to the association and corporate market, creating a complete solution to help planners deliver successful events. We supply everything from virtual/hybrid platforms to venue and accommodation booking services and full event management.
We are looking for an experienced event manager to head up our live events team. Working with a range of clients on events of all shapes and sizes, throughout the UK and occasionally overseas. You will oversee a team of 2, with overall responsibility for the event lifecycle, from quotes and proposal creation, to pitching, planning and on-site delivery. Working alongside our venue finding and accommodation teams, you will create truly bespoke solutions for our clients.
Overview:- Oversee all client projects for live events and supplier bookings
- Quote and proposal creation and management using a number of software tools
- Conduct demo calls with clients to showcase our offerings and technology
- Manage and grow client relationships
- Maintain effective, regular communication with both clients and suppliers
- Ensure projects are working to time and budget requirements
- Ensure revenue is correctly captured and tracked for forecasting purposes
- Full project and budget management
- Onsite event management where required (predominantly UK with some overseas travel required)
- Create and manage event technology platforms - apps, registration sites, abstract management
- Supplier management – maintaining a preferred supplier list and negotiating commission
- Manage and mentor a team of 2 Event Consultants
- Weekly reporting of figures
- Work with the wider team to facilitate and encourage upsell opportunities
- Support with tenders as and when required
- High standard of IT skills
- Knowledge of event platforms (Cvent, CrowdComms etc.)
- Knowledge of quoting software such as Qondor would be advantageous
- Strong attention to detail and project management skills
- Customer service focussed
- Creative and confident in proposing ideas
- Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task
- Previous experience in a similar role delivering corporate events is essential, ideally within an agency
Whilst this is a full-time position, we may consider a slightly shorter working week and/or different working hours for the right candidate. Please include a CV and covering letter with your application.
Event Manager in Swindon employer: Brief2Event
At Brief2Event, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored training opportunities and the chance to lead diverse projects across the UK and beyond. With a focus on bespoke event solutions, our team enjoys a supportive environment where innovation is encouraged, making every day at work both meaningful and rewarding.
