Events Project Manager
Posted 2 weeks ago by 1749635982
Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
City of London
Summary: The Event Project Manager role involves leading the planning and execution of high-profile events for a global leader in digital innovation. The ideal candidate will excel in fast-paced environments, managing complex logistics while ensuring stakeholder satisfaction. This position requires a detail-oriented individual who can drive large-scale projects from concept to flawless execution. The role is hybrid, based in Central London, and offers a 12-month contract with a daily rate within a specified range.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop detailed project plans, Gantt charts and schedules using Workfront or similar tools.
- Track deliverables, manage dependencies and ensure seamless coordination across workstreams.
- Monitor resources and prioritise tasks to align with strategic objectives.
- Work with internal teams across creative, content, marketing and logistics to capture requirements and manage timelines.
- Facilitate planning meetings and ensure all teams are aligned on key milestones and responsibilities.
- Identify and mitigate risks early, escalating key issues to stakeholders as necessary.
- Maintain risk logs, build contingency plans and ensure projects remain on track under pressure.
- Lead weekly project reporting on progress and resource planning.
- Contribute to ongoing process improvements by documenting learnings and refining workflows.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience managing large-scale event or production projects.
- Strong planning and multitasking abilities, with experience using Workfront (or equivalent tools).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A process-driven mindset, with the agility to adapt to fast-changing environments.
- Experience in event production, logistics or creative agency work is a plus.
Salary (Rate): £285 daily
City: Central London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Event Project Manager
Opportunity to join a global leader in digital innovation. Seeking a highly organised and experienced Event Project Manager to take the lead on planning and delivering high-profile events. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves complex logistics and knows how to keep large-scale projects moving; whilst maintaining a keen eye on detail and stakeholder satisfaction. From concept to execution, you'll be the driving force ensuring every event is delivered flawlessly.
What You'll Do:
- Develop detailed project plans, Gantt charts and schedules using Workfront or similar tools.
- Track deliverables, manage dependencies and ensure seamless coordination across workstreams.
- Monitor resources and prioritise tasks to align with strategic objectives.
- Work with internal teams across creative, content, marketing and logistics to capture requirements and manage timelines.
- Facilitate planning meetings and ensure all teams are aligned on key milestones and responsibilities.
- Identify and mitigate risks early, escalating key issues to stakeholders as necessary.
- Maintain risk logs, build contingency plans and ensure projects remain on track under pressure.
- Lead weekly project reporting on progress and resource planning.
- Contribute to ongoing process improvements by documenting learnings and refining workflows.
What You'll Bring:
- Proven experience managing large-scale event or production projects.
- Strong planning and multitasking abilities, with experience using Workfront (or equivalent tools).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A process-driven mindset, with the agility to adapt to fast-changing environments.
- Experience in event production, logistics or creative agency work is a plus.
Location: Hybrid working in Central London
Contract: 12 months, daily rate £250-285pd inside IR35
