Climate Action
Building partnerships between business, government and public bodies to accelerate international sustainable development
events • reports • webinars • climate change
11 - 50
Event Operations Director
August 27
🔄 Hybrid – London
Climate Action
Building partnerships between business, government and public bodies to accelerate international sustainable development
events • reports • webinars • climate change
11 - 50
Description
• We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Event Operations Director to lead our operations team and scale our event operations. • This role is pivotal in planning and executing both live and digital events. • The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing large-scale, complex event builds, with a passion for delivering world-class events that leave a lasting impact.
Requirements
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience with at least 5 years in a senior event operations role within a commercial conference or exhibition organizer. • Extensive experience in delivering large-scale events, including complex outdoor builds in the UK. • Proven track record in managing conferences and exhibitions with over 1,000 attendees, 50+ exhibitors, and multiple conference tracks. • Strong background in procurement, supplier contract negotiations, and budget management. • Expertise in event design, floorplans, and maximizing attendee experience. • Excellent understanding of outdoor events infrastructure including power, waste, and temporary structures. • Familiarity with health & safety compliances; IOSH/NEBOSH certification preferred. • Passion for climate change and sustainability, aiming to reduce carbon footprints through event planning. • Exceptional organizational and time-management skills. • Strong leadership abilities with a knack for leading large onsite teams. • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. • Flexible and solution-driven approach to challenges. • Ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. • Willingness to travel without restrictions.
Benefits
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays • 10 additional flexible remote working dates after probation • Hybrid working arrangement between our WeWork offices in Victoria and remote with three days working in our office weekly • Generous and achievable bonus scheme • Ethical pension plan with the Peoples Pension • WeWork wellbeing benefits such as yoga sessions and meditation • Barista, community bar, table tennis, showers, and ability to bring your pet to work • Benenden Health Scheme • Opportunity to work with globally recognised sustainability and climate leaders • Join a rapidly growing, mission-led company, making a positive impact on our planet
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