Events Planner

Be part of something iconic. Celebrating 40 years of industry leadership, Mark Allen fosters a culture of passion, creativity, fairness, and talent development. Now, we are looking for a Conference Producer to bring passion and precision to our celebrated EMEX portfolio, the UK’s leading energy management exhibition, bringing together professionals and innovators dedicated to achieving energy efficiency and net zero targets. EMEX’s free-to-attend conference features expert speakers from major corporations, the public sector, and beyond.

Join a team of 550 talented professionals across 7 offices as Conference Producer in our exhibitions division. Enjoy the best of both worlds with our hybrid model, three days a week in our unique Herne Hill office, fostering connection and creativity. The salary is £35,000 (DOE) plus c. £5,000 OTE and company benefits.

• Professional growth, career development, training budgets, and mentorship through our MAG Mentorship programme.
• No two days are alike! Shape the content across six theatres, liaise with leading figures in sustainability, and collaborate with commercial teams to build impactful programmes.
• A creative, collaborative space to share ideas and deliver an event that drives industry conversation.
• A supportive community, connect with colleagues across teams and work closely with advisory boards, partners, and industry leaders.

• Produce the EMEX conference, researching and curating content across six theatres over two days.
• Research and launch potential new events in 2026.
• Work with the sales team to incorporate paid-for talks and commercial sponsors into the agenda.
• Liaise with the advisory board and key industry figures to ensure relevant, high-quality content.
• Act as the speaker liaison during the event, managing schedules and briefings.
• Lead a small on-site team to ensure the smooth running of all conference activity.
• Champion the value of content in attracting audiences and enhancing the event experience.

• Proven conference production experience, ideally in B2B events or exhibitions.
• A strong understanding of the energy or sustainability sector is a plus; an interest in this is a must.
• Exceptional organisation and communication skills, with confidence in managing stakeholders.
• A passion for live events and the impact great content has on success.
• Proactive, collaborative team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
• Alignment with our values. If you’re passionate, creative, fair, and nurturing, you’ll thrive in our culture.

• Upload a video introduction about yourself.
• Submit a cover letter that highlights your enthusiasm and fit for this role.
• Request a recommendation from someone who can vouch for your potential.

Show us why you’re excited to join us as we celebrate our 40th anniversary!

• Diversity & Inclusion: We value diverse perspectives; they make us stronger. If you’re excited about this role but don’t match every requirement, apply but share how your transferable skills will allow you to thrive.
• Right to Work: Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship at this time.
• Our Communities: We’re home to specialist communities, including MA Agriculture, MA Business, MA Education & Music, MA Exhibitions, MA Financial Media, MA Healthcare, and MA Travel Retail.

Our Focus: Content is at the heart of everything we do, across print, digital, and events.

To support a fair and human-led recruitment process, we use technology to help us identify applications that may have been generated by AI. We encourage all candidates to apply in your own words so we can get to know the real you.