Event Project Manager

BCD Travel; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event management agency is seeking an Event Project Manager in London. This hybrid role requires expertise in multitasking and event logistics, crafting impressive travel agendas, managing budgets, and coordinating creative program presentations. Exceptional organizational skills and experience in managing meetings and vendor relationships are essential. Join a vibrant team that values flexibility, growth, and collaboration. Comprehensive benefits include gym discounts, extra holiday days, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Birthday day off

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Life Assurance

Discounted hotel rates

Gym & Fitness Discounts

Pension Scheme

Company Sick pay

Qualifications

• Years of experience managing meetings and vendor relationships.
• Strong knowledge of event technology platforms.
• International event management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage conferences and special events.
• Craft detailed travel agendas and itineraries.
• Coordinate creative program websites and presentations.
• Manage budgets and negotiate deals with vendors.
• Communicate effectively with clients and attendees.

Skills

Event logistics

Budget management

Client communication

Organizational skills

Use of Cvent

Job description

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At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 1,800+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something.

Overview

Are you a master of multitasking and a wizard of event logistics? Join our dynamic team as an Event Project Manager, where you’ll take charge of exciting meetings and gatherings! From coordinating every detail of the event with the meeting hosts to managing attendee experiences, you’ll be the go-to expert for our clients. Get ready to shine as you make events unforgettable while sitting onsite in the client office in London.

Sound like you? Read on!

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage conferences, meetings, andspecial eventswith flair.
• Craft detailed travel agendas and itineraries that impress clients.
• Manage budgets like a pro while negotiating the best deals with vendors.
• Coordinate creative program websites and presentations that wow clients.
• Lead team meetings and ensuring communication flows smoothly across all projects.
• Budget management and financial processes.
• Build and manage engaging registration websites that enhance the attendee experience.
• Communicate effectively with clients and attendees to address all their needs.
• Execute quality control of event reports and rooming lists for accuracy.
• Utilize technology to streamline processes and capture essential data.
• Years of experience managing meetings and vendor relationships
• A knack for budget management and financial oversight and troubleshooting on the fly
• Strong knowledge of Cvent and other event technology platforms
• International event management experience is a plus!
• A readiness to travel on-site and represent our clients with enthusiasm.
• Exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.

Our Benefits

• Birthday day off
• Holiday Purchase Scheme - allowing up to 5 additional holidays days
• Life Assurance x2 your annual salary
• Discounted rates on Hotels & Travel
• Gym & Fitness Discounts
• Pension Scheme
• Company Sick pay

You should know

• This is a hybrid role that requires 4 days a week in the Client office in London
• Our standard working hours are 9.00am - 5.30pm with an hour break
• You must have the right to work in the UK

How to apply

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The perks

Flexible Working

We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

Room to Grow

Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

Everyone has a voice

We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your move

The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.

Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.

We’re positive. You’ll love it.

It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.