Event Operations Manager (maternity cover)

Tamarindocomms; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event management firm is seeking an Event Operations Manager for maternity cover starting February 2026, based in London or Oxford. The ideal candidate will manage various events, ensuring smooth delivery and operations. The role demands excellent project management, client communication skills, and a passion for events. Hybrid working arrangements are available, emphasizing a dynamic and organized individual ready to contribute to a fast-moving environment.

Qualifications

• Ambitious and sociable with a passion for events and marketing.
• Excellent client management and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving approach.
• Highly organized and able to prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver event operations for various programs.
• Support and coordinate with sales, marketing, and client engagement teams.
• Refine event operations processes for successful deliveries.
• Gather data post-event for reports and analysis.

Skills

Project management

Client management

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Event planning

Adaptability

Knowledge of MS Excel

Knowledge of HubSpot

Knowledge of Asana

Job description

Role: Event Operations Manager (maternity cover)

Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer

Location: (Oxford or London) office & hybrid

Start date & duration: February 2026 for 12 months.

An opportunity has opened up for an ambitious, energetic and highly organised individual to join the Tamarindo team as our Events Operations Manager. This is a fixed term opportunity to support the business for maternity cover through 2026.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT & DELIVERY

• Project manage and deliver event operations services, for Tamarindo’s conference, awards and roundtable events programme, specifically;
• Investing in Battery Energy Storage 2026, March
• Wind Investment Awards 2026, May
• Renewable Energy Claims Conference 2026, October
• Energy Storage Investment Awards 2026, November
• Financing Energy Transition 2026, November
• Ad hoc roundtables (virtual & in-person) throughout year

Work with all team members involved in the delivery of each event project, to provide support and ensure a smooth and successful event delivery.

Work closely with the sales, marketing and client engagement team, to ensure alignment with commercial needs and effective event delivery.

Responsible for managing, delivering and refining all event operations processes and procedures to ensure smooth and successful event delivery.

Responsible for debriefing after each event, gathering data (sales, marketing, financials, stakeholders feedback) and producing event report

Support with outsourcing and managing supplier relationships to ensure that all event and project requirements and logistics are in place.

Coordinate briefings with other team members to ensure that operating procedures and event/project delivery is of the highest standard.

Further supporting information about the role can be found here.

KEY SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Ambitious and sociable, striving to grow in a role alongside an energetic and vibrant team within a fast-growing, independent business.
• Passionate for events, marketing and the media - with an especially good understanding of in person and digital events.
• Excellent client management and communication skills; a confident outgoing manner.
• Excellent attention to detail, with strong written and verbal communication
• Highly organised, with strong negotiation skills
• Proven ability to prioritise workload, and work to deadlines
• Have a problem-solving approach; finding solutions to daily challenges
• Eager to improve output and processes where possible
• Highly motivated and able to work well autonomously or as part of a team
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment & calm under pressure
• Good knowledge of MS Excel, database tools (Excel & Google Sheets), sales CRM software (HubSpot), and project management software (Asana)
• Willingness to travel
• Have an interest in renewable energy and clean technology markets

HOW WE WORK

At Tamarindo we provide the intelligence, connections and expertise to inspire investment and accelerate the pace of the global energy transition. Over the years, our insight, events and communications programmes have enabled senior industry decision makers to communicate more effectively, make more meaningful connections and challenge traditional thinking and assumptions.

At Tamarindo we enjoy an open and honest working environment where everyone is required to think on their feet and take a hands‑on approach and where everyone can share ideas and contribute meaningfully to the community we serve and campaigns we deliver.

We don’t just deliver adequate services for our community - we go above and beyond to become trusted advisors who make a commercial difference to the businesses we support. As a result, we are renowned for delivering work that create real momentum and tangible results within the international markets.

At Tamarindo we are driven by our values and we use these to recruit, manage and empower our team. Find out more - https://www.tamarindo.global/c...