Event Manager in Manchester

Location: Manchester
Salary: Hidden
Recruiter: Adecco
Job Hours: Full-time

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We are recruiting for an experienced Event Manager for a company who are leading in their industry.




As the Event Manager, you will take on a pivotal role in our client's events department, overseeing all aspects of planning and delivery. Your responsibilities will include:



  • Line management of the events team, ensuring effective coordination and collaboration

  • Managing the events calendar, scheduling annual conferences, socials, and bespoke events

  • Taking overall responsibility for the events department budget and ensuring profitability

  • Organising and coordinating all aspects of conferences, socials, and roundtable events, including venue management, supplier coordination, and speaker invitations

  • Developing and maintaining positive relationships with sponsors and partners

  • Leading marketing efforts for all events, working closely with production and editorial teams on marketing campaigns

  • Negotiating and managing suppliers, such as venues, audio-visual companies, and photographers

  • Handling delegate management and addressing event-related queries


    • Overseeing the on-site execution of events, including set-up, team and supplier management, speaker and sponsor care, and issue management


    Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):



  • To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Proven experience in managing Business to Business events

  • Previous experience in line management

  • A graduate degree with a 2:1 or a 1st class

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Keen attention to detail

  • Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

  • Demonstrated experience in delivering projects within deadlines and budget constraints

  • Both a team player and able to work independently

  • Good analytical skills for campaign monitoring and post-event analysis


    • Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):



  • Knowledge of event marketing strategies

  • Familiarity with event management software

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

  • Familiarity with event management software (preferred but not required)


    • Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.


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