Events Partnership Manager

Events Partnership Manager, Cirencester, Gloucestershire - £35,000 to £45,000
The best financial services events are built on strong partnerships. This Events Partnership Manager role in Cirencester is for someone who thrives on building relationships with sponsors, speakers and strategic partners to create events that deliver real commercial value.
Company OverviewA growing financial services business based in Cirencester is expanding its events and partnerships capability. The firm works across wealth advisory, investment broking and commercial finance, and its events programme is a key revenue driver. Headquartered in Gloucestershire, the company is well-connected across the South West and London financial services community.
Job OverviewThe Events Partnership Manager will focus on the commercial and relationship side of the events programme. While working closely with the wider events team, this role is specifically about identifying, securing and managing partnerships that enhance the quality and reach of every event. The Events Partnership Manager will build a network of sponsors, speakers and co-hosting partners to create a sustainable events revenue model and strengthen the company's position in the financial services market.
Here's what you'll be doing:Identifying and approaching potential event sponsors and commercial partners within financial servicesNegotiating partnership agreements, sponsorship packages and co-branding arrangementsManaging ongoing partner relationships and ensuring deliverables are met on both sidesSourcing and briefing high-calibre speakers, panellists and industry experts for eventsCollaborating with the marketing team to promote partnership-driven eventsTracking partnership revenue and reporting on ROI to senior leadershipHere are the skills you'll need:Experience in partnership management, sponsorship sales or business development within eventsConfident networker with excellent relationship-building skillsStrong commercial acumen and ability to negotiate mutually beneficial dealsUnderstanding of the financial services landscape or willingness to learn quicklyOrganised with the ability to manage multiple partnerships and deadlines simultaneouslyFull UK driving licence (office-based in Cirencester with travel to partner meetings and events)Work PermissionsYou must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
Key perks and benefits:Salary of £35,000 to £45,000 depending on experienceBuild and own a partnership programme with genuine commercial impactRegular networking opportunities across the financial services industryPension scheme and competitive benefitsCareer progression into senior commercial or business development rolesCirencester office with travel across the United Kingdom for events and partner meetingsThe intersection of events and partnerships in financial services is a growing specialism. For an Events Partnership Manager based in Cirencester, this role offers the chance to combine relationship-building skills with commercial strategy in a sector where face-to-face connection still drives significant business across Gloucestershire and the wider United Kingdom.