Events Manager

Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be partnering with a prestigious membership organisation to recruit an Events Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced events professional to lead the delivery of exclusive meetings and international events.

As an Events Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of international and UK-based events. You will manage all aspects of event planning, ensuring seamless execution while adapting to last-minute changes. Working in a team of three within a wider events team of 13, you will liaise with international partners, managing cultural sensitivities with professionalism and diplomacy.

Job Title: Events Manager

Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days in the office)

Salary: £38,000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week, including some evening and weekend working)

Travel: Domestic and international travel required 3-4 times per year (for 2-5 days per trip)

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-end event management - plan and deliver high-profile meetings, ensuring a seamless experience for attendees.
• Stakeholder engagement - liaise with internal teams, international partners, and high-level stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and collaboration.
• Logistics & travel coordination - manage travel, accommodation, and venue arrangements for UK and international events.
• Budget & resource management - oversee event budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery while maintaining quality standards.
• Flexibility & problem-solving - handle last-minute changes, adapting plans swiftly and professionally.
• Cultural sensitivity - navigate cultural differences with diplomacy, ensuring events are inclusive and appropriate for diverse audiences.
• Technology & systems - use Microsoft Dynamics and other event management tools to maintain accurate records and track event success.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience in managing high-profile events, ideally within a membership body, charity, or scientific organisation.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle multiple events simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills, comfortable communicating with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience managing events internationally, with an understanding of cultural nuances.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends at events (with time off in lieu).
• Competent in Microsoft Dynamics and event management software.
• Adaptable, calm under pressure, and confident handling last-minute changes.

If you are an experienced events professional looking to join a prestigious organisation, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today or contact Merrifield Consultants for more information.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.