Events and Partnerships Manager

Davies; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking an experienced Events and Partnerships Manager to oversee the planning and execution of their UK&I events program. The role involves collaboration with marketing teams, budget management, stakeholder coordination, and ensuring exceptional attendee experiences. With a focus on handling various types of events, the candidate must demonstrate strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and extensive experience in event management. Offering a mix of remote and in-office working, this role is ideal for someone who can thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Reward platform – discounts for over 800 retailers

25 days holiday (rising with service)

Well-being centre

Paid fertility appointments

Pension - matched contribution at 5%

Life Assurance (4 x basic salary)

Development, training, and professional qualification

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in event management, particularly in professional services.
• Proficiency in using event management software and digital platforms.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and execution of events in the UK and Ireland.
• Manage budgets, vendor negotiations, and cost control.
• Collaborate with marketing team for event promotion and logistics.

Skills

Event management experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Leadership abilities

Multitasking under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Event management software

CRM systems

Job description

Events and Partnerships Manager

Application Deadline: 5 January 2026

Department: Marketing

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Home United Kingdom

Reporting To: Head of Client Management Support

Description

We are a leading professional services (B2B) firm with a global presence. We run and attend a range of industry events, conferences and seminars every year to grow and raise the profile of the business and its services in the insurance and highly regulated markets. We are seeking an experienced Events Manager to join our team to manage our UK&I events programme.

Working in collaboration with the marketing team, the Events & Partnerships Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of events, ensuring seamless operations and exceptional attendee experiences, together with managing our partnerships (sponsorships and association memberships) to ensure we maximise our return on investment. This role requires strong leadership, effective multi-tasking and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.

Your New Role

• Event Planning & Execution: Develop and implement event strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Oversee planning and execution of in-person events in the UK & Ireland. Establish and maintain event processes and standards to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Budget Management: Oversee financial planning, vendor negotiations, and cost control.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams, sponsors, and external vendors to ensure smooth execution.
• Marketing & Promotion: Work in partnership with the marketing team to understand objectives and timelines for each event and take responsibility for all venue and logistics activities.
• Venue & Logistics Management: Secure venues, manage contracts, and oversee on-site logistics including catering, entertainment, equipment, etc.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor our event executive.
• Post-Event Analysis: Gather feedback, analyse success metrics, and implement improvements for future events.
• Partnership Management: Manage relationships with our partners such as associations and event sponsorships. Ensuring opportunities with each association are identified and communicated with our teams to maximise the return on investment.

Types of events

• In-house hosted events at our UK offices – roundtables, theatre format, drinks events, presentations, panel discussions
• Externally hosted events at UK venues – mostly under 100 guests, targeted events for our clients
• External events and sponsorships – booths, speaking opportunities, sponsorships at large scale industry events

What You'll Bring to the Role

• Experience: Extensive experience in event management, with a proven track record of handling professional services events preferred.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership abilities. Ability to meet tight deadlines and multitask under pressure. Clear concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with email marketing platforms is a plus. Proficiency in event management software, CRM systems, and digital event platforms preferred. We will be transitioning to a new Microsoft Dynamics CRM platform during 2026 and aim to utilise the event modules.
• Location: This role will require a mix of in-office, on-site and remote working with a requirement for occasional travel across the UK. The majority of our events are based in London.

Benefits

Davies are committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome candidates of all genders, gender identity and expression, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, nationality, and belief (or lack thereof).

• Join us and enjoy our ever-evolving benefits, including but not limited to:
• Reward platform – discounts for over 800 retailers
• 25 days holiday (rising with service)
• Well-being centre
• Recognitionli>
• Paid fertility appointments
• Fostering friendly employer
• Pension - matched contribution at 5%
• Life Assurance (4 x basic salary)
• Development, training, and professional qualification