Project Manager

The Project Manager role is an integral part of the events team. The focus is to work closely with the operations lead and account managers and lead the senior project team in delivering a wide range of in-person, hybrid, and digital experiences.

Client Details

Michael Page is happy to be working with this well established company who are based in Waterlooville. Our client have been creating extraordinary events and brand experiences for over 20 years, so they like to think they know a thing or two about building connections that make an impact.

Description

The key responsibilities for the Project Manager role are:

• Manage the execution of experiences from concept through to delivery.
• Respond to briefs, develop creative solutions, take ownership of projects from start to finish, control budgets, and liaise with suppliers.
• Play an active part in new pitches, tender opportunities and proposals.
• Work with internal teams or external partners to achieve success.
• Take control of project budgets and ensure they are commercially viable by preparing quotations, negotiating rates and contracts, ensuring billing is complete and monitoring payments.
• Take responsibility for and maintain internal CRM systems.
• Complete all project admin thoroughly, including appropriate health and safety, risk assessment, logistics, operational and sustainable practices.
• Be proactive and objective in developing new ways of working and streamlining processes.
• Build and maintain connections with clients to become their trusted partner and develop an understanding of their organisation.
• Look for opportunities to maximise revenue, improve margin and cross-sell asembl. services.
• Share your knowledge and support the development of junior team members as part of our core asembl. values.
• Recognise potential brand awareness opportunities and work with the marketing team to showcase asembl. via case studies, social media, expert insights or new client opportunities.
• Work with the asembl. purpose and values at the top of your mind in everything you do.

Profile

The successful candidate for the Project Manager role is someone with the following:

• 2 years + experience in event management, production, and communications solutions.
• Agency or corporate event experience is preferred.
• Relevant degree-level qualifications, Event or Project Management certifications, Prince 2 or PMP qualifications are preferred but not essential.
• Experience delivering live (in-person), virtual and hybrid events and exhibitions.
• Some knowledge of basic marketing practices and integrated communication is an advantage.
• The ability to travel in the UK and internationally when necessary.
• Sometimes our projects require flexibility for weekend, evening, and ad hoc hours, which is shared across the delivery team.

Job Offer

The candidate for the Project Manager role will receive the following:

• Bonus scheme.
• 23 days annual leave and bank holidays.
• A people-first work environment (and awesome colleagues!).
• Regular social activities and giving back to the community.
• Access to a selection of fam-trips, forums, conferences, and industry events.
• A focus on up-skilling and career progression.