Event Operations Manager

Salary £35k - 6-month contract

Immediate start

My client is a leading global events' organizer dedicated to delivering exceptional events. Appointed to organize many globally renowned events on behalf of their clients, including a large-scale Conference. It is the largest global Energy Conference & Exhibition.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assisting in fulfilling sponsorship contracts for the event to ensure expectations are exceeded

• Take full responsibility for managing and ordering sponsorship deliverables: branded items, signage etc.
• Conduct research, cost comparison, appointment, and management of multiple suppliers to ensure efficient cost savings where possible
• Coordinate with other organisers to ensure the sponsors overall experience runs smoothly for registration.
• Actively participate in project team meetings
• Assist the Project Manager with briefing and training onsite temporary staff
• Oversee management and liaison with Sponsor contacts to ensure a fantastic experience
• Assist the Project Manager with logistics relating to Sponsors
• Assist in managing and training the event teams onsite, giving clear instructions and team briefings
• Co-ordinate sponsored functions
• Ensure all supplies are in perfect working order, e.g., AV, catering etc
• Coordinate with other team members to ensure smooth running between different areas of the event
• Take part in regular meetings with Project Manager and conference stakeholders to ensure daily feedback is actioned

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years' active experience in event management
• Strong knowledge of the Conference & Exhibition industry, with specific experience managing sponsorship deliverables
• Experience of managing client relationships at a senior level

This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to gain a tremendous amount of experience on a global large-scale event.