Event Project Director

Institute of Project Management; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event management firm is seeking an Event Project Director in London. This hybrid role focuses on leading a talented team and managing projects while ensuring high-quality execution of events. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in project and client management, and the ability to communicate effectively. This position offers various benefits, including flexible working arrangements and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Birthday day off

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Life Assurance

Gym & Fitness Discounts

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading teams in a project management capacity.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience in managing financial reconciliations during event planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality events.
• Master project planning and organization for various events.
• Maintain clear communication with clients and team members.

Skills

Project planning

Client relationship building

Interpersonal skills

Budget management

Creativity

Process efficiency

Job description

Location: London, England, United Kingdom.

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.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best, 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.

Ready to take the lead in crafting unforgettable events? As the driving force behind our awesome Meetings Management team, you’ll be guiding a talented crew while ensuring every detail shines. With your skills in project planning, meeting planning and client relationship building, you'll keep events running smooth while building a team to support the volume. Join us in creating memorable experiences that leave a lasting impact!

As An Event Project Director, You Will

• Lead and develop a dynamic team while fostering engagement and morale.
• Master project planning and organization for diverse events.
• Keep clients and team members updated with clear and precise communication.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and departmental SLAs/KPIs.
• Identify opportunities for process efficiencies to boost profitability.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills for effective communication.
• Experience managing budgets and financial reconciliations during event planning.
• A knack for navigating changing deadlines and maintaining high standards under pressure.
• Creativity balanced with an understanding of important SOPs to find solutions.
• A proven track record of building collaborative relationships across various teams and regions.

Our Benefits For This Role

• Birthday day off
• Holiday Purchase Scheme - allowing up to 5 additional holiday 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 Clients 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.

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.