Events Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Owning the beginning, middle and end of every project – from planning through to on‑site delivery
• Interpreting client requirements accurately, influencing where appropriate and producing full event response proposals in collaboration with other internal departments
• Managing multiple events simultaneously
• Being commercially aware throughout the project (you own the budget)
• Ensuring that post‑event activity is given as much attention as the other stages of the project to support future event activity and facilitate continuous improvement
• Owning all health and safety processes, ensuring they are always completed and adhered to
• Clearly communicating with all stakeholders, internal and external, throughout the project

The role will be based primarily in Hartlebury, but there will be times when you’ll need to work from other locations in the UK and overseas. Flexibility is key!

Qualifications

• At least three years’ working in an Event Management role – you really know your stuff
• Strong credible leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Thorough and organised approach – you’re able to prioritise effectively your own workload and administration
• Experience running logistically challenging events
• First‑class operational delivery across a varied portfolio of projects
• Excellent rapport‑building, active listening and communication skills, supported by proven relationships internally and externally
• Top‑notch delegate and crew logistics management
• A real passion for operational and financial efficiency
• Experience leading, directing or coordinating teams through event management
• Knowledge of production elements including technical, design, print, video, multi‑media and presentation
• Experience in delegate management, including online registration
• A full UK driving licence.
• Good computer literacy skills (particularly working across the various MS packages)

DRPG is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you’re excited about this role, we would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

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