Events Manager
Salary: Competitive and based on experience
Location: Canary Wharf
Keywords: Event Management, Administrative Assistant, Project Management, Client Database Maintenance, Travel Arrangements
Our client is a leading global financial services firm, providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. They are currently seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Events Manager to join their dynamic team. This role involves conceptualising, planning, executing and managing events including client workshops, conferences, exhibitions and social client events. The successful candidate will also be responsible for maintaining and updating the clients' database (Salesforce) and mailing lists. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for event management, exceptional organisational skills, and a keen eye for detail.
Opportunity to work in a leading global financial services firm
Role involves planning and executing various types of events
Chance to utilise your organisational skills and attention to detail
What you'll do:
As an Events Manager at our client's firm, you will play a crucial role in conceptualising, planning and executing various types of events. You will liaise closely with salespeople to understand their goals for each event and ensure these are met. Your responsibilities will also include developing detailed event plans and managing budgets. You will negotiate contracts with vendors to secure favourable terms while staying within financial constraints. In addition to this core function of event management, you will also be tasked with maintaining the client database (Salesforce) and mailing lists.
Conceptualise, plan, and execute events, including clients' workshops, conferences, exhibitions, and social events.
Liaise with Salespeople to understand their event goals, target audience, budget, and logistical requirements.
Develop detailed event plans, timelines, and schedules.
Create and manage event budgets.
Negotiate contracts with vendors, suppliers, and venues.
Prepare event invites, mailing lists and distribute invites.
Oversee event setup, execution, and teardown.
Conduct post-event evaluations to gather feedback.
Ensure all events comply with relevant legal, health, and safety requirements.
Process and renew subscriptions, professional memberships, and research requests.
What you bring:
The ideal candidate for the Events Manager position brings a proven track record of organising complex client events. You possess strong administrative skills coupled with excellent organisational abilities. Your communication skills are top-notch enabling you to liaise effectively with team members based in different locations. You have the ability to multitask under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy. Your proficiency in travel management systems and tools will be crucial in this role. You are a creative thinker with problem-solving abilities and have a keen understanding of current trends in event planning, marketing, and social media.
Proven track record of complex client events organisation and management.
Strong administration, organisational skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
Proficiency in travel management systems and tools.
Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Knowledge of current trends in event planning, marketing, and social media.
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances.
What's next:
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