Creative Strategy Manager, Events

Since 1843, The Economist Group has championed independence, excellence and openness, helping people understand and tackle the critical challenges shaping the world. Today, we are building on that legacy as a global media and information-services company powered by digital innovation, analytical rigour and evidence-based insight. Across our three businesses - The Economist, Economist Enterprise and Economist Education - we deliver trusted analysis and insights to individuals and organisations in more than 170 countries. United by a shared purpose to drive progress, we empower decision-makers to make sense of change and chart a course through an increasingly complex world.

As a colleague, you will be part of a culture that values ideas, encourages ownership and holds itself to high standards. We invest in people who are curious, thoughtful and adaptable, whether they are launching new products, reporting on global events or harnessing emerging technologies such as AI to improve how we work. Here, fresh thinking is taken seriously, ambition is matched by integrity, and great work is recognised. Working across disciplines, geographies and perspectives, we are united by a commitment to innovation, excellence and creating meaningful impact.

Economist Enterprise is the B2B division of The Economist Group, bringing together our data, analysis and commercial capabilities in one place. As part of the team, you’ll work at the intersection of insight and impact - helping organisations navigate global economic and geopolitical change, make better strategic decisions, and connect with influential audiences. Our work combines the analytical depth of the EIU with the reach of our media, content, events and client solutions - offering a unique opportunity to shape how leading organisations understand and respond to the world around them.

The role: The creative strategy manager, events plays a central role in developing commercially compelling event solutions that help Economist Enterprise win new business and deepen client relationships. Working across sales and event delivery, this role transforms client objectives into creative, commercially viable event propositions while helping improve the way we develop, position and sell our event offerings.

How you will contribute in this role:

• Lead the strategic development of proposals for bespoke and large-scale event opportunities, translating client objectives into creative, insight-led solutions.
• Partner with sales teams to develop commercially compelling propositions that balance client ambition, editorial integrity, commercial objectives and delivery feasibility.
• Work with partnership strategists and colleagues across Economist Enterprise to develop integrated client solutions that combine events with research, content and other capabilities where appropriate.
• Gather insights from client conversations, proposal outcomes and market trends, making recommendations to strengthen event propositions and commercial approaches.
• Own and continuously improve the proposal development process, ensuring proposals are delivered efficiently and to a consistently high standard.
• Maintain proposal templates, commercial guidance, case studies and other sales materials that enable high-quality, consistent proposals.
• Act as the strategic link between sales, event delivery and partnership strategy teams throughout the proposal development process.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience developing strategic proposals or client solutions in a B2B environment.
• Strong commercial acumen, including pricing, profitability and delivery considerations.
• Experience in live events, or the ability to quickly develop a deep understanding of event design and delivery.
• Excellent written communication and storytelling skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking, using insight to shape recommendations and client solutions.
• Proven ability to influence and build alignment across multidisciplinary teams without direct authority.
• Curious, with a commitment to continuous learning.
• Adaptable, collaborative and highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Working Arrangements: The majority of our roles operate on a hybrid working pattern, with 3+ days office attendance required.

AI usage for your application: We are an innovative organisation that encourages the use of technology. We recognise that candidates may utilise AI tools to support with their job application process. However, it is essential that all information you provide truthfully and accurately reflects your own experience, skills, and qualifications.

What we offer: Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. It includes a highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program. We also offer a range of lifestyle benefits, including our Work From Anywhere program, which allows you to work from any location where you have the legal right to do so for up to 25 days per year. In addition, we provide generous annual and parental leave, as well as dedicated days off for volunteering and even for moving home. You will also be given free access to all The Economist content, including an online subscription, our range of apps, podcasts and more.

We are committed to building and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you believe you may require accommodations or adjustments at any stage to your hiring process due to disability or neurodivergence, sincerely held religious beliefs or if you require pregnancy-related support, please indicate so below. Should you be invited for any further hiring processes you will be reached out to confidentially for support.