Global Events Manager

Light & Wonder, Inc.; Chiswick; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming technology company in Chiswick is seeking an experienced Global Events Manager to oversee the planning and execution of impactful gaming events. You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners, manage logistics, and ensure successful execution of initiatives. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of event management experience and a strong background in marketing. This role offers competitive benefits and a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Flexible working practices

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in events management.
• Proven experience in event management within the gaming or related industry.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute gaming events including product launches and tournaments.
• Manage event logistics, budgets, and timelines.
• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

Skills

Event management experience

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Digital marketing proficiency

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or related field

Job description

Global Events Manager page is loaded## Global Events Managerremote type: Hybridlocations: Chiswick, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R321005**Corporate:** Light & Wonder’s corporate team is comprised of incredible talent that works across the enterprise, defying boundaries to provide essential services in an extraordinary manner to ensure the success of the organization and the well-being of employees.**Position Summary****Key Focus Areas & Essential Job Functions:*** **Events** + Create and deliver an events portfolio that is comprised of L&W iGaming-hosted conferences, virtual events and industry tradeshows that are impactful and flawlessly executed. + Manage multiple, complex programs successfully in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with minimal support. + Execute all industry program and event elements including securing exhibit space, working with our exhibit vendor, placing show orders and services, booth layout and design work, staffing schedules, sponsorships, graphic production, and attendee engagement activities. + Create and deliver a schedule of events internally across the year to educate and celebrate key milestones in the business.* **Merchandise** + Oversee the strategy, production, and distribution of iGaming-branded merchandise for events and internal activations. + Manage merchandise budget and all deliveries across EU, UK and ROW.* **Reporting Structure** + Reports into the Head of iGaming Communications & Brand Marketing**Key Responsibilities**:* Plan, organize, and execute gaming events, including product launches, tournaments, and community gatherings.* Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to create compelling marketing campaigns and event experiences.* Manage event logistics, budgets, and timelines to ensure successful execution.* Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and events, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.* Cultivate relationships with influencers, media, and key industry stakeholders to amplify brand messaging.* Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to inform strategic decisions.* Ensure consistent and cohesive brand messaging across all event initiatives.* To maximize cross-team collaboration and support in-the-moment creative and innovate connections with colleagues, the role is expected to work in the L&W office 3 days out of the week.**Qualifications****Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field.* Minimum of 7 years of experience in events management.**Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:*** Proven experience in event management within the gaming or related industry.* Strong organizational and project management skills.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Creative thinker with the ability to develop innovative marketing and event concepts.* Proficiency in digital marketing and social media platforms.* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.* Competitive benefits, an open and supportive environment as well as a modern and exciting workplace* The opportunity to interact with global teams on a regular basis* Tangible and genuine development - at Light & Wonder, you can take your career where you want it to go!**And if that’s not enough**; you will get to enjoy a **stunning work location** and **flexible working practices**whilst we provide you with the **guidance**and **development skills** you need to progress quickly and **enhance your career.**#LI-Hybrid#LI-iGaming