Event Manager
Job Placements · Kensington
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- Relevant security, safety and health or facilities management experience
- Plan and deliver B2B exhibitions from concept to completion.
- Coordinate with Operations, Marketing, Content, Finance, and Sales teams.
- Manage event budgets, forecasting, and cost control.
- Achieve revenue targets through exhibition space, sponsorships, and new commercial opportunities.
- Build and maintain relationships with key exhibitors, sponsors, industry associations, and partners.
- Support and execute sales strategies to maximise exhibitor retention and customer satisfaction.
- Oversee marketing campaigns and event content programmes to drive visitor attendance.
- Provide guidance and support to internal teams while promoting collaboration.
- Maintain accurate event records and provide regular commercial and operational reports.
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant qualifications in the Hospitality field.
- Proven experience managing B2B exhibitions or events.
- Strong commercial acumen with budget management experience.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills.
- Strong relationship-building, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and deliver multiple projects to tight deadlines.
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