Project Manager, Corporate Events

FIRST is a leading global brand experience agency providing Content, Creative, Digital Technology, Management & Delivery, and Data & Insights services. For 30 years, we have utilised three flexible delivery models: Embedded teams, Corporate Campus operations, and a Full‐Service Agency.Managing over 37,000 events & projects annually across 110 countries, FIRST serves 130+ brands, specialising in Fortune 500 companies within the Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Media, and Professional Services sectors.Consistently recognised for excellence, recent honours include 2026 Chief Marketer Agency of the Year, the Ad Net Zero Award for sustainability, and more. Learn more at www.firstagency.comWhat You Would Get To Do The Project Manager is responsible for supporting clients with both internal and client‐facing events and conferences, delivering exceptional service through effective project management and creative solutions. This role involves overseeing all aspects of event operations, from initial briefing to post‐event reconciliation.There is a requirement for onsite events to travel domestically or abroad as required.Your ContributionsFull life‐cycle planning and execution of multiple key events in a virtual, in‐person and hybrid capacityFinancial management, including budget development and management, expense management and invoice processing, timely post‐meeting reconciliation and final financial reportingSourcing, negotiating and managing site selections, contract management for venues and suppliersCoordinate registration, food and beverage, transportation, hotel accommodations, entertainment, gift selection, audio/visual needs, webcasts, staging and speaker selection for all programmes; strong focus on vendor managementWork seamlessly with key internal partners on event deliverables (Marketing for print and digital design, Production on Audio Visual, Event Technology team on web builds, data team on attendee management, Legal and Compliance as required, etc.)Virtual event planning and project management, including confirming the appropriate virtual platform, creation of timelines, invitation process, thorough and regular communications to attendees, suppliers and stakeholdersCo‐plan with colleagues and the client on larger‐scale programmes; strong team playerEnsure adherence to the client\’s standards of operation and policies, and that compliance and risk guidelines are followedTravel when applicable for site inspections and on‐site management of live events to ensure full coordination of logistics and on‐site teams for in‐person eventsPost‐event wrap‐up, including final attendees, budget reconciliation, observations, as well as client debriefs for year‐over‐year improvementsShare knowledge of best practices, new suppliers, services and venuesWhat We Are Looking For5–7+ years of event management experience, preferably in a corporate or financial environmentStrong leadership skills together with extensive, advanced project management experience of events and production management, including conferences, C‐level executive dinners, cocktail receptions, incentives and hospitalityAmbitious, proactive, and highly organised, with excellent writing and oral communication skillsA calm and flexible approach to handling pressure and stressClient‐centric, approachable, ability to adjust to client needs and style and deepen relationships in support of their business and programmes; adapt to ever‐changing demands and different client work stylesKnowledge and understanding of audio‐visual requirements, internal and external speaker management, collection and programme order collation of all presentationsDemonstrate excellent and consistent leadership and work intelligentlyWorking knowledge of suppliers and delivering events across EMEAExperience in building excellent relations through positive, precise, clear verbal and written communications and deepening client relationships through increased service range innovationPossesses strong self‐awareness and empathy for each member of the project teamBenefits for EmployeesPrivate Medical Insurance with BUPA from day one28 Days Annual Leave PLUS Bank HolidaysPersonal Volunteer Day20 Days of Sick Pay each YearEnhanced Parental Leave (Maternity & Paternity)Wellness StipendComplimentary access to Headspace, Rocket Lawyer & MavenLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)Cycle to Work SchemeSeason Ticket LoanMobile Phone AllowancePension Scheme EnhancementsDiscretionary Bonus StructureGlobal Opportunities: With a presence in 7 countries worldwide, including headquarters in London, New York and Singapore, you may have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across different locations.FIRST is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. FIRST is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We stand firm: FIRST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. If any candidate feels that they are unable to meet the requirements of the role, please get in touch to discuss adjustments or other suitable roles.#J-18808-Ljbffr