Event Manager in London

Event Manager in London

London Full-Time 35000 - 45000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Presidents Summit

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Own the operational standard of 10 European private equity conferences each year.
  • Company: Join Presidents Summit, Northern Europe’s leading business conference.
  • Benefits: Gain real impact, unlimited growth potential, and travel opportunities.
  • Other info: Flexible start date and a dynamic work environment in central London.
  • Why this job: Be part of an entrepreneurial team and shape the future of an industry.
  • Qualifications: No specific experience required; just a drive to excel and great communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.

This role offers you the opportunity to own the operational standard of every conference we run. You will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of 10 European private equity conferences a year - venues, suppliers, on-site teams, and the experience itself.

Why Presidents Summit

Presidents Summit is Northern Europe’s leading business conference, connecting 3,000+ leaders, entrepreneurs, investors and policymakers from 50+ countries providing a global business community for today’s and tomorrow's leaders. For more than a decade, Presidents Summit has welcomed world-leading experts to provide our business community with the newest actionable insights and inspiration from the world's greatest speakers.

What we offer you

  • The opportunity of having a real impact - You’ll be getting operational experience in a start-up where both your work and the results are highly tangible and matter to the business.
  • Inspiration and guidance - A chance to work closely with our high performing team as well as with the CEO and founder of our company.
  • Unlimited growth potential in our company - we strongly believe in and have a track record of promoting internally.
  • Travel opportunity: You would be joining our conferences overseas.
  • Invaluable transferable skills - boost your interpersonal, research, organisation, outreach and project management skills through experience and training.

Your Responsibilities

  • Supplier Research and Management: Source, compare, and find the best suppliers for various event needs. Conduct thorough research to identify potential suppliers for add-ons, branding materials, and other event requirements. Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness and high-quality services. Maintain positive relationships with suppliers, addressing any issues or concerns. Budget review and management to ensure all changes are raised ahead of time.
  • Event Planning: Planning sponsored VIP events, lunches, dinners, and after-hours activities. Coordinating with venue staff to ensure all logistical details are in place. Provide on-site support during events, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
  • Internal Team Support: Keep track and condense internal team queries. Maintain inventory tracking and regularly update event inventory sheets. Quality check of design aspects such as banners, signage, brochures, and other promotional materials.
  • On-site Volunteer organisation: Hire, train, and manage a 40-person organisation of volunteers.

What we expect from you

  • Have a relentless drive and desire to be the very best at what they do;
  • Possess an unparalleled work ethic with a high sense of urgency;
  • Take ownership of everything they do, are proactive and follow through on commitments;
  • Are curious about people and love to speak, build and nurture relations;
  • Are an excellent communicator (especially) verbally and in writing;
  • Are well-organised and display the ability to structure and prioritise their work.

Start date Flexible. The role is onsite Monday to Friday, based in our office 4 minute walk from London Victoria Station.

Event Manager in London employer: Presidents Summit

At Presidents Summit, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and entrepreneurial work culture in the heart of London. Our team thrives on collaboration and innovation, offering unparalleled growth opportunities and the chance to make a tangible impact in the fast-paced world of event management. With a commitment to internal promotions and a supportive environment, you will develop invaluable skills while working alongside industry leaders and participating in exciting international conferences.

Presidents Summit

Contact Details:

Presidents Summit Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Event Manager in London

Event Planning
Supplier Research and Management
Contract Negotiation
Budget Management
Logistical Coordination
On-site Support
Volunteer Management