£50,000 - £70,000 Per Annum
Full Time
Permanent
London, Greater London
Marketing Digital And Creative
Posted 20 days ago
Expires In 9 Days
Job Description
We are delighted to be working with our global investment banking client to appoint them an Event Manager. This is a fantastic time for the successful candidate to join a market leading team with so many exciting opportunities ahead.
THE ROLE OF EVENT MANAGER:
THE ROLE OF EVENT MANAGER:
- Manage a wide range of events including conferences, retreats, webinars, seminars, special events, private dinners, and receptions.
- Scope initial event enquiries from financial teams, ensuring alignment with overarching marketing strategy with the support of management.
- Conduct comprehensive research and present detailed event solutions, including potential locations, venues, and suppliers, while diligently tracking availability and costs.
- Source and manage event merchandise and gifts appropriate for a sophisticated audience.
- Compile detailed post-event statistics and contribute to debrief reports to measure ROI and inform future strategy.
- Confidently manage internal stakeholders of assigned industry groups and external VIPs in a courteous and professional manner, acting as a reliable point of contact.
- Collaborate with Marketing Managers to execute the full event communication cycle, including save-the dates, invitations, event reminders, web pages, social media, and other event collateral.
- Liaise with internal department members and financial professionals to build and refine optimal invitation lists and databases, assisting in proper follow-up with invitees.
- Manage all aspects of delegate registration, including building registration sites and providing regular reporting to stakeholders.
- Oversee event pre-planning logistics, including the creation and management of rooming lists and the development of comprehensive staff briefing documents.
- Provide flawless on-site event management and execution, acting as the primary point person to ensure a seamless experience for all attendees.
- Reconcile and process all event-related invoices in coordination with the accounting department.
- Maintain the events database, including all venue contact information and updated specifications.
- Stay current with the latest event industry trends to bring innovative ideas to the team.
- 4-5 years in a dedicated event coordination or management role, either in-house or at an agency.
- Prior event experience within a professional services or financial services environment.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously within compressed timeframes and a keen eye for detail.
- Must have the ability to work well under pressure and make quick, sound decisions with the support of management.
- A self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented professional with a solution-focused mindset and a strong desire to learn.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to manage budgets and work effectively with external vendors.
- Flexible and open to changing priorities.
- Availability to work flexible hours as required by event schedules.
- Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
- Prior event experience within a professional services or financial services environment.