Senior Events Manager

A leading global professional services firm is seeking an experienced Senior Events Manager to lead the strategy, planning and delivery of high-profile client events across in-person, virtual and hybrid formats.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of premium client events, conferences, sponsorships and executive hospitality.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to define event objectives, manage budgets and measure ROI.
• Oversee venue sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation and production logistics.
• Manage event branding, collateral, AV, hospitality and on-site execution.
• Drive innovation, best practice and continuous improvement across event operations.
• Track event performance, budgets and ROI using CRM and event management platforms.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy, governance and accreditation requirements.
• Line manage, mentor and develop a small events team.

Requirements

• 8-10+ years' experience delivering high-profile events within a professional services or international corporate environment.
• Proven people management and project leadership experience.
• Strong commercial acumen with expertise in budget management and supplier negotiation.
• Experience delivering virtual, hybrid and in-person events.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• CRM experience (e.g. InterAction or similar) and confidence using event technology.
• Established network of venues and event suppliers preferred.
• Knowledge of fine dining and wine pairings for executive client events is advantageous.
• Degree preferred.
• Willingness to travel and work outside standard business hours when required.

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