Events Manager

£40,000 - £43,000 + Bonus + Hybrid Working + Superb Benefits

Due to our continued growth and exciting product led agenda, a highly varied new opportunity now exists for an experienced Events Manager to join our client; a leading supplier of textile accessory brands to the business-to-business personalisation industry.

As the home of four leading textile brands, each with their own unique identity and philosophy, our client has established themselves as the go-to brand for quality, innovative products in the rebrandable accessories market.

The successful applicant will draw upon their previous experience within a similar senior event management role to embody and promote the core values of our client’s ethos of being Passionate, Progressive, Proud and Together in all your dealings, both externally and internally.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience, over a number of years, of managing events and shows in a B2B industry.

Key Responsibilities

Be accountable for the successful delivery of all company Trade Show and Roadshow events Play a key role in the coordination of internal events (Quarterly companywide meetings, companywide official social events) Produce detailed proposals for events (including timelines, venues, suppliers, legal obligations, staffing and budgets) Research venues, suppliers and contractors, then negotiate prices, positions, space and finally hire Manage and coordinate suppliers and all event logistics (for example, venues, staff hotels & travel, 3rd party hosts) Be the key point of contact for, and manage the integration of our 3rd party contractor(s) in the delivery of all type of shows referred to above Manage and coordinate all stakeholders in the Commercial Team, Marketing team and Product Team to ensure personnel briefed & trained, products & samples are ready and communications and stand designs are signed off Liaise with Marketing teams to publicise and promote the event and ensure the correct assets are used in line with brand guidelines Manage budget for all shows, monitor and report on ROI according to pre-set parameters (for example number of meaningful conversations per show) Make sure that insurance, legal, health and safety obligations are followed Oversee the build and sign off with any 3rd parties at trade shows Oversee the dismantling and removal of the event and clear the venue efficiently Take the lead with regard to choosing and evaluating 3rd party suppliers, provide alternatives and process improvement ideas continually Work closely with the Commercial Team in managing one day road shows Work closely with Marketing in sourcing and developing in-store product display solutions Produce post-event evaluation to inform future events Attendance at some events will be imperative across the UK and EU

Skills & Experience

5 years of experience of event management, including trade shows Right to work and reside in the UK No restriction to travel and work in the EU, with no visa requirement A ‘Do whatever it takes’ attitude in terms of providing excellence in a customer-centric environment Degree qualification or equivalent Strong sense of initiative and the ability to be self-driven and progressive Excellent communication and collaboration skills– must be an enthusiastic people person Proven strong team ethic. You are part of a vibrant, passionate team A healthy, questioning outlook, always looking to improve the way things are done Second European language a benefit, but not mandatory

Benefits

22 days holiday increasing with length of service Positive attendance award – Potential to earn ½ day per quarter for zero sickness Birthday off – Additional to your annual leave Long service gifts to celebrate the milestones 2 x volunteer days through the year Private Healthcare Scheme and Life Assurance x 4 annual salary Free access to a Wellbeing practitioner and counselling psychotherapist Free eye tests and annual flu jabs Option of a Fitbit after 6 months service Free fruit delivered each week Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes Modern office space with free parking and free onsite electric vehicle charging points Funded social activities throughout the year

This is a wonderful career development opportunity for an ambitious Events Manager with a background ideally within the textiles industry, to join a successful business at a time of impressive growth. A competitive, negotiable salary based on experience is on offer, in addition to a highly attractive company bonus and an employee centred benefits package. Apply now!