Senior Event Operations Executive in Slough

About DCD

The world depends on digital infrastructure. We empower the people who invest, plan, design, build, and operate it to make better decisions in a fast moving and complex environment. To achieve this, we collaborate with and connect the most important stakeholders in the global technology and services supply chain, curating and creating always-on content, learning and events that support the mission-critical workforce. We have been publishing content, L&D programs and running events exclusively for the data center industry since 1998. As such, we are a trusted source of information for industry insiders across the world.

About DCD>Connect

DCD>Connect is DCD’s live event series with events in London, New York, Bali, Dubai, India and Virginia, plus Madrid, Cancun and Sao Paulo. This portfolio of events is set to generate over £16 million revenue in 2025. DCD>Connect events bring together the most senior level decision makers from across the region's data center design and construction supply chain, for 2 days of debates, workshops, panels, interviews, demos and 1-2-1 introductions to support technology and partner discovery and day-to-day best-practice.

In addition to our industry-leading content, we host a variety of networking and relationship building opportunities, so that buyers can connect with the industry's tech innovators in a 5-star setting, to reinforce existing relationships and build new ones.

As DCD deliver industry-leading events which attract considerable sponsorship revenue, we therefore work to design commercial, content-rich conferences and networking experiences whose content, format and quality is such that:

• Attendees take away cutting-edge, insightful regional content from key industry thought leaders.
• Sponsors gain access to large, senior and diverse audiences of qualified buyers and purchase influencers, offering a solid, measurable return on investment for our customers.
• Sponsors have a platform to set out their thought leadership credential and thereby influence the purchase decisions of prospective customers.
• DCD stands out from the competition and creates events which are so compelling that delegates and sponsors come to regard them as truly essential.

About the opportunity:

Reporting to the Event Operations Manager, the Event Operations Executive is a hands-on role supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of DCD’s live events across LATAM, with a strong focus on sponsor care and support. The role is responsible for managing sponsor operations and event logistics, delivering a high-quality sponsorship experience before, during, and after each event.

Working closely with sponsors, Event Managers, and the wider operations team, the Event Operations Executive manages sponsor communications, registrations, and deliverables, ensuring sponsors clearly understand event requirements, timelines, and deadlines. The role plays a key part in optimising sponsor ROI by delivering excellent customer service and ensuring a seamless, well-organised event experience.

The role also provides administrative and operational support across the full event lifecycle. Through active involvement in event preparation and onsite execution, the Event Operations Executive contributes directly to the smooth running and successful delivery of DCD events.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the Event Operations Manager in the planning, coordination, and onsite delivery of DCD events across the portfolio, acting as a senior operational lead for defined workstreams.
• Take ownership of assigned operational areas, ensuring delivery against agreed timelines, budgets, quality standards, and sponsor expectations.
• Own specific operational budgets, tracking spend and reporting into the overall event operations budget.
• Build, negotiate with, and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and contractors, including logistics, furniture, catering, signage, AV, venues, and temporary staffing partners.
• Oversee event logistics end-to-end, from pre-show planning and supplier coordination through onsite delivery and post-event breakdown.
• Lead the full signage and branding process (print and digital), including timelines, artwork submission, signage schedules, mapping, approvals, and supplier coordination.
• Deliver networking events, sponsored functions, and senior-level hospitality from initial brief through to onsite execution.
• Coordinate floor plan development, including redraws, updates, venue approvals, and liaison with general contractors, suppliers, and exhibitors.
• Work closely with sales, marketing, and Event Operations Executives to track sponsorship inventory, support sponsor journeys, and coordinate partner communications and deliverables.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute key event documentation, including sponsor manuals, venue documents, onsite briefings, staff schedules, daily diaries, exhibitor lists, floor plans, and operational packs.
• Support inbox management and respond to operational queries from sponsors, exhibitors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Provide operational administration, including raising purchase orders, arranging meetings, preparing agendas and minutes, coordinating equipment transport, managing pre-show mailings, and maintaining accurate event files and archives.
• Source, order, and oversee onsite services and resources, including AV, office equipment, catering, staff supplies, and operational stock.
• Coordinate and supervise temporary staff both pre-event and onsite, including schedules, briefings, and delivery.
• Run the onsite organisers’ office, acting as a senior onsite escalation point and supporting smooth day-to-day event delivery.
• Identify risks, issues, and opportunities for improvement, completing post-event reporting to capture learnings and support continuous improvement.
• Provide operational support across the wider DCD event portfolio and undertake ad hoc duties in line with business needs.

What you will bring: Skills, Experience & Attributes

• Proven experience in event operations, ideally within exhibitions, confex-style events, or large-scale conferences (typically 1–2 years in a similar role).
• Strong organisational, administrative, and prioritisation skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams, work to tight deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure during live events.
• Pragmatic and solutions-focused, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively when challenges arise.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional, service-oriented, and collaborative approach.
• Confident team player, comfortable working across departments and with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, accountable, and able to work independently while contributing positively to team delivery.
• Experience working with budgets, suppliers, and operational documentation, including floor plans and stand drawings.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to adjust working hours during peak delivery periods.

Special Requirements:

• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally to support DCD events, including Europe, Bali, Dubai, India, and the United States.
• Flexibility to work outside standard office hours, including evenings and weekends, in line with event schedules and time zones.
• Attendance at events is a mandatory requirement due to the onsite nature of the role.

Our Values:

At DCD, our values define how we work together and make decisions. They shape how we support one another and interact with our customers every day. We live by the I ACT values - because how we show up matters.

• Impact: We take accountability for our actions and their effect on others and the business. We embrace a growth mindset, seek feedback, and strive for continuous improvement.
• Authenticity: We act with integrity, respect, and honesty. We communicate openly and align our actions with our values, even in challenging situations.
• Commitment: We’re customer-focused, proactive, and passionate about what we do. We take initiative, go beyond expectations, and demonstrate resilience and perseverance in the face of challenges.
• Togetherness: We value meritocracy and inclusivity, ensuring every voice is heard. We collaborate freely, share knowledge, and work towards common goals, recognising the greater impact we can have as a team.

What we offer:

• Hybrid working scheme.
• 25 days holiday entitlement, long service leave, and a celebration day off.
• Paid sick leave, life assurance, and income protection.
• Access to a health cash-back plan, health and wellbeing service, and EAP.
• Enhanced employer pension contribution and parental leave options.
• Flexible Friday finishes during the summer.
• Fresh fruit and snacks in the office.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Regular socials and celebrations.
• Opportunity for worldwide travel.
• Wellness allowance.
• Recognition rewards.
• Regular 'discover' outings.

Equal opportunity employer:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we encourage applications from everyone. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know and we will do everything we can to accommodate.