Event Manager, UK
Economist Impact Events is rooted in the mission of The Economist newspaper to lead healthy debate in pursuit of progress. We convene conferences and conversations on subjects ranging from Fintech, to AI, to the health of global oceans to the role of corporations in society.
We empower businesses, governments and foundations to catalyse change and enable progress. Uniting the expertise The Economist Group is known for under a single brand, Economist Impact brings together policy research and insights, data visualisation, custom storytelling, events and media.
Economist Enterprise combines the rigour of a think tank with the creativity of a media brand, engaging an influential audience in the areas of sustainability, healthcare and new globalisation.
General purpose
The Event Manager will be responsible for the project management and operational delivery of events produced by Economist Enterprise Events.
This position reports into the Event Director and will plan, coordinate and control the activities of event projects to meet organisational and operational objectives.
Main job tasks and responsibilities
Project management:
Lead project planning meetings ensuring agendas, minutes and actions and delivered
Liaison point for internal teams to coordinate between functions
Speaker and sponsorship management
Creation and delivery of presentations, key processes, and standard documents
Build and manage project timelines to include all deliverables and scope of work
Ensure client objectives are received, understood and met through each project
Coordinate and log all internal kick offs and client debriefs
Create and manage Case Studies
Manage project budgets
Event management:
Carry out operations policies and processes are delivered as required
Location and venue selection
Event app platform build
Supplier and venue management
Ability to influence event design
Ownership of all logistics and event delivery
Staging and production design
All event aspects including accommodation, catering, signage, attendee experience, etc
Education and experience
Extensive experience in event management with a strong focus on delivering high impact conferences, managing speakers and sponsors
Strong planning and organisational skills, and attention to detail
Experience with international events in the b2b industry Demonstrated experience managing events
Proficiency in CRM systems advantageous
Proficiency in MS Office and Google applications advantageous
Proven experience in leading agencies and contractors
Strong budget management skills and able to maximise impact while controlling costs
Creative and innovative mind-set, ad-hoc problem-solving and ability to deal with ambiguity
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with experience in influencing cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders
Analytical mindset, able to interpret data and apply insights to improve event performance and refine strategy.
Track record in working effectively with cross-functional and international teams
A willingness to travel and ability to work independently and autonomously, and work across time zones
Bachelor’s degree in event management, marketing, business, communications, or related field
Key competencies
Exceptional client management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a changing, fast-paced work environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Familiarity with event technologies, and ability to assess new technologies and make strategic recommendations
Able to fulfil flexible working hours during busy periods, and travel as required
Pro-active, reliable, results orientated
Curiosity and a basic interest in global affairs
Strong presentation skills
Works well under pressure
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