Events Manager (12 month FTC) in London

C&C Search is currently recruiting an Events Manager(12m FTC) for a global professional services organisation based in Amsterdam. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced events professional to take ownership of high-profile corporate events, deliver exceptional client experiences and build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across a leading international business.

All about the role and company I would be working for!

Position: Events Manager (based in Amsterdam)
Salary: £60,000-£70,000
Benefits: Competitive benefits package
What they do: Global professional services firm
Size of company: Large global organisation

Company culture and what makes them great to work for: This organisation is known for its collaborative, high-performing and people-focused culture. Employees are encouraged to take ownership. The business is committed to excellence while maintaining an inclusive and supportive environment where individuals can make a meaningful impact.

Key responsibilities for this position:

• Plan and deliver large-scale corporate events, ensuring seamless coordination and execution throughout.
• Manage multiple events simultaneously, taking full ownership from concept through to delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, venues and external partners.
• Create event proposals, project plans and timelines, ensuring all deliverables are achieved within agreed deadlines.
• Manage event budgets, monitor spend and identify cost-effective solutions.
• Oversee event contracts and supplier negotiations in collaboration with relevant internal teams.
• Coordinate all event logistics, including catering, entertainment, audiovisual requirements, registration and venue management.
• Take responsibility for onsite event delivery, ensuring an exceptional experience for attendees and stakeholders.
• Produce event reporting and dashboard updates, using data and feedback to continuously improve future events.
• Anticipate risks, manage changing priorities and resolve issues effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Support wider client experience initiatives and contribute to the ongoing development of the events function.

What background and experience are the company looking for?

• You will need to be immediately available
• This individual will need to have the right to work in the Netherlands
• This individual will need to be fluent Dutch and English
• Strong event project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Experience building relationships with senior stakeholders and delivering exceptional client experiences.
• Strong budget management and supplier management experience.
• Excellent organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• A proactive, solutions-focused and resilient approach.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong overall IT proficiency and the ability to quickly learn new systems and tools.
• Experience within a professional services, corporate or international business environment would be highly advantageous.

Who is taking care of the client and candidate applications for this position?

Sophie Siamaki

For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency.

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