All about the role and company I would be working for!
C&C Search is currently recruiting for an Events Manager on a 12 month fixed term contract for a prestigious global professional services firm based in London.
This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced corporate events professional to take ownership of high-profile events, deliver exceptional client experiences and work closely with senior internal and external stakeholders.
What they do:: Global professional services firm
Size of company:: Large global organisation
Company culture and what makes them great to work for:
This is a highly regarded, fast-paced and collaborative organisation that values exceptional work, authenticity and integrity.
The business offers a dynamic environment where employees can take ownership.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and play an important role in creating outstanding experiences for clients and stakeholders.
Key responsibilities for this position:
- Oversee the planning and delivery of large, complex corporate events, including conferences, offsites and senior leadership events
- Take ownership of end-to-end client experience and events projects, from initial proposals and timelines through to onsite delivery
- Manage multiple events simultaneously, anticipating different scenarios and ensuring all stakeholders are fully briefed
- Coordinate internal teams, venues, production companies, caterers, photographers, speakers, entertainers and other external suppliers
- Manage event budgets, contracts, sponsorship opportunities and supplier relationships, ensuring events remain cost-effective
- Develop a strong understanding of each client’s objectives and ensure the event experience is tailored accordingly
- Oversee onsite event management, including guest registration, event set-up, changeovers, AV requirements and troubleshooting
- Produce and update event reporting dashboards, presenting insights
- Evaluate event outcomes, gather feedback and identify opportunities to continuously improve the client journey
What background and experience are the company looking for?
- Ideally you will have extensive experience organising and delivering events at a senior level
- Strong experience planning corporate events of varying sizes, ideally within a professional or corporate environment
- Proven client service experience and confidence engaging with senior stakeholders
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with exceptional attention to detail
- The ability to manage multiple priorities with urgency while remaining calm under pressure
- Strong supplier, venue and stakeholder management experience
- A proactive, resilient and solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to use initiative
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Office and strong general IT skills
- A flexible approach to working hours, including the ability to provide onsite support outside standard office hours when required