Our client is an established global events company who boast a portfolio of well known blue chip brands and are looking for an experienced Head of Events who will oversee project allocation, review resourse across the team and manage capacities.
The Role :
Team managment
Responsible for the implementation of process as well as overseeing team training needs and development along with the MD and Senior Delegate Manager
Overseeing budget set up and sign off fees pr-event
Post event budget reconcilliations review and approval
Resource Management for Full Time and Freelance Staff - In conjunction with Managing Director
Interviewing new staff with the MD
Lead by example and assist with project tasks/support if needed
Support MD and Account Directors with new briefs and pitches
Required Experience:
• Experience running conferences and overseas incentives
• Circa 10 years’ experience in an events agency with a willingness to travel globally
• Excellent knowledge of Cvent and ability to use all apects of the Event Management
Platform
• Leadership skills and ability to manage a project team with proven experience
• Proven experience of building client relationships
• Ability to manage multiple events at one time
• Excellent knowledge of venues and destinations
• An aptitude to follow company/event processes
• Confidence in meeting clients face to face and virtually
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• The flexibility to work from home and in the office
• Budget management, invoicing and event reconciliation
• Knowledge of Office and ability to use office applications
• Risk assessments management & completion of RAMs
This is a superb company to work with in a creative, fun and passionate environment working three days in the Brighton office and two days remote with a lot of international travel. You will be a team player and leader and bring your creativity, drive and events knowledge.
Please forward your CV to zoe@escapehatchmedia.co.uk