Senior Event Manager Job In London

SENIOR EVENT MANAGER, EMEA (12-MONTH CONTRACT) - LEADING GLOBAL FINANCIAL SERVICES COMPANY, BASED IN LONDON

Are you an experienced Event Manager who excels at creating end-to-end B2B events? Join our team at a top-tier Global Financial Services Company headquartered in London.

Our client is a prominent Global Financial Services Company with over 30,000 employees worldwide and 160+ offices across key cities like London, New York, Hong Kong, Zurich, and Singapore. We're currently seeking an accomplished Event Manager to join our EMEA team.

As the Senior Event Manager – EMEA, you'll be responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of in-person, hybrid, and virtual events, serving a prestigious global clientele including Hedge Funds, Asset Managers, Traders, Portfolio Managers, Investors, Venture Capitalists, Financial Institutions, and Private Banks.

Role: Senior Event Manager - EMEA

Salary: Competitive, £75,000+ (depending on experience), plus standard employee benefits such as pension and holidays.

Location: London (On-site 4 days per week, 1 day remote)

Duration: Initial 12-month contract, with potential for extension or transition to a permanent role

Start Date: Immediate (subject to notice period)

In this role, you'll:

• Lead the development, planning, management, and execution of EMEA business events tailored to the Financial Products sector across various platforms.
• Collaborate closely with marketing counterparts to seamlessly integrate events into broader marketing initiatives and create impactful experiences aligned with organisational objectives. Manage intricate event projects, including in-person, virtual, and hybrid programmes, with a focus on innovation and customisation.
• Take the lead in the creative process, overseeing all aspects from invitations to event production, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for attendees.
• Build and leverage relationships with stakeholders to identify opportunities for cross-business collaboration and optimise event strategies. Manage event budgets, vendor negotiations, and ensure timely payments and reconciliations.

We're looking for candidates with:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in event/experiential planning, with a proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Strong multitasking skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Proficiency in utilising event data and metrics to drive decision-making.
• Experience integrating events into broader marketing campaigns and understanding their role within the marketing communications framework.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

We're particularly interested in candidates who have:

• Demonstrated success in managing a large volume of B2B events, both in-person and virtually. Experience in the financial services industry or similar would be an advantage.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach, coupled with strong problem-solving skills.
• The ability to effectively lead and influence internal and external stakeholders towards successful outcomes.

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge within a globally renowned financial institution, apply now or email your CV directly to tom.richards@harbourneassociates.com