21 Banquet Management jobs in the United Kingdom
Catering Events Manager
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Chop and Chip Co is an established events and banqueting operation based across prestigious venues in London and surrounding areas. We are currently seeking a Catering Events Manager to help us on our exciting journey and help drive the business forward.
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The Role
* Oversee day-to-day operations including logistics, staffing, and event execution
* Lead the successful delivery of complex, high-profile events from planning through to delivery
* Drive operational efficiency by refining systems, processes, and resource management
* Manage, support, and develop cross-functional operations teams
* Build strong relationships with clients, venue partners, and internal stakeholders
* Ensure compliance with health & safety, sustainability, and brand standards at every touchpoint
*The Ideal Candidate:*
* Proven experience in operations within events, catering, or hospitality
* Commercially savvy with a focus on cost control and consistent delivery
* Inspirational leadership, strong communication, and a problem solving mindset
* Resilient, adaptable, and thrives in high-pressure environments
Based in our offices in South East London you will be responsible for managing catering events for our Corporate and Private customers for weddings and private bookings.
A varied role with lots of exciting challenges based around good food and bars
This role involves driving to our event locations in our company vehicles so a confident driver is preferred.
An ability to adapt to changing environments and lead a team
Must have full UK manual driving licence, ideally for minimum of three years with no more than three points
Job Type: Full-time
33 days holiday per year including Christmas
Salary: £30,000 to £6,000 per year
*Qualifications*
* Supervising experience in a hospitality setting
* Team management skills with a focus on food service management
* Hospitality experience showcasing proficiency in overseeing food and beverage operations
* Possession of a valid Driving Licence for transportation needs
* Demonstrated leadership in ensuring food safety standards are met
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 0,000.00- 6,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Flexitime
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person
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Event Management Coordinator
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At Cirium, our goal is to keep the world connected. We are the industry leader in aviation analytics; helping our customers understand the past, present, and predicting what will happen tomorrow. Our mission is to transform the aviation industry by enabling airlines, airports, travel companies, tech giants, aircraft manufacturers, financial institutions and many more accelerate their own digital transformation. You can learn more about Cirium at the link below. the Team:
The events coordinator, reporting to the Global Events Manager, is part of the global marketing team operating in APAC, Americas, and Europe. Their focus is executing campaigns, organising events and webinars to provide valuable content to prospects and existing clients, with the ultimate goal of showcasing product value, enhancing brand loyalty, and driving sales growth.
About the Role:
As an Event Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in delivering comprehensive assistance for global events. Your responsibilities will encompass managing timelines, overseeing logistics, and coordinating activities with all the relevant stakeholders across a wide range of events. Collaborating closely with regional marketing teams, you will coordinate all aspects of event planning, including event promotion, pre and post-communication, venue contracts and arrangements and monitoring lead capture and sales performance. This role demands exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and effective communication with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
+ Event Planning Support:
+ Assist in developing event plans, timelines, and checklists for Global events.
+ Maintain an up-to-date master list of events including the event calendar and a master Wrike project (our project management system), for each event.
+ Ensure all contracts have been reviewed by legal and process vendor payments through Accounts Payable within payment timescales.
+ Regularly review the status of contracts and invoices to ensure timely processing.
+ Help coordinate with vendors, venues, and suppliers to confirm arrangements for smooth execution.
+ Manage merchandise inventory for events effectively.
+ Assist in organising regular team meetings with regional teams to gather feedback and coordinate necessary actions.
+ Assist in developing comprehensive event plans, timelines, and checklists for Global events.
+ Logistics Coordination:
+ Help manage event setup, including arranging equipment, design and seating.
+ Oversee registration processes, maintain guest lists accurately, and handle attendee communications professionally
+ On-Site Coordination:
+ Help supervise event setup and breakdown to ensure all details align with plans.
+ Support attendees, staff, and other stakeholders during the event.
+ Training and Support
+ Keep lead capture training documentation up to date.
+ Deliver one-on-one training sessions for sales newcomers in the marketing events processes.
+ Budget and Documentation:
+ Assist with tracking event expenditure and ensure adherence to the event budget.
+ Maintain detailed records, including contracts, receipts, and post-event evaluations.
+ Marketing and Communications Support:
+ Obtain support and collaborate with the marketing team to promote events via social media, email, and other channels.
+ Ensure event content is produced in a timely manner, keeping internal stakeholders informed of requirements
+ Post-Event Tasks:
+ Coordinate the collection of attendee feedback.
+ Assist in preparing post-event reports summarizing successes and areas for improvement.
+ Monitor lead capture and provide detailed assessment of sales performance
Qualifications and Skills
+ Associate's or bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
+ Experience in event coordination, customer service, or a related role.
+ Strong organizational and time management skills.
+ Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
+ Proficiency in event management tools (eg Wrike, Captello).
+ Proficiency in productivity tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel; new AI tools; and experience with CRMs and sales enablement platforms is a plus.
+ Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
+ Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
+ Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
+ Great attention to detail and a passion for translating complex concepts into actionable messaging.
+ Collaborative mindset with a willingness to work across teams to achieve shared goals.
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RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.
Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.
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Manager - Issues & Event Management
Posted 13 days ago
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At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.
Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
Global Commercial Services (GCS) is the global leader in payment solutions for Small, Medium (SME) and Global and Large (G&L) enterprises. The GCS team enables businesses globally to pay for and finance what they need to grow their businesses through a suite of payment and lending products, solutions for travel and everyday business spending, cross border payments, global currency solutions, and business financing.
The objective of the GCS Control Management Issues, Events & Remediation team is to ensure timely identification, response, and resolution of risk events and issues to minimize impact, as well as to prevent recurrence through effective remediation and lesson learning.
GCS is looking for a Manager of Issues and Event Management focused on ensuring control management is embedded in the day-to-day operations of our organization. It will involve extensive collaboration with multiple partners across numerous business units, functional areas, and geographies.
The Manager, GCS Issues and Event Management will:
+ Support remediation of issues by influencing BU, who own and execute issue/Operational Risk Event (ORE) remediation
+ Facilitate investigation and conduct root cause analysis to address repeated issue types
+ Perform quality assurance on documentation of issue/ORE type, urgency, severity/impact (e.g., impact analysis), and investigate as necessary to understand and address the root causes
+ Triage the areas of remediation process, including tracking progress, validating resolution efficacy, communicating status updates to stakeholders to embed accountability along the process, collaborating with other Operational Risk Management (ORM) teams as necessary
+ Review quality assurance of documentation and maintenance of records of issues/OREs and remediations to ensure transparency and accountability in the issue management process
+ Analyze trends in issues and events to identify potential systemic risks or control weaknesses within BU processes
+ Support the End-to-End (E2E) BU issue resolution process, embedding accountability and ensuring lessons learned are integrated into future ORM practices
+ Perform sample testing of issues to ensure resolution is complete and effective
+ Opine on specific control enhancements related to issues
+ Engage with key stakeholders, including business unit partners and compliance colleagues, to facilitate effective issue management and resolution
+ Review and advise on detailed reports on issue status, trends, and outcomes to senior management and governance committees
+ Support sharing insights, better practices, themes, etc. across the enterprise
**Required Qualifications:**
+ 3 Years experience in operational risk management (e.g., within Risk and/or Internal Audit function) Understanding of critical operational risk management lifecycle activities
+ Strong project management, communication, and interpersonal skills
+ Experience in process governance, with an understanding of processes that align with policies, regulatory frameworks, and/or operational standards
+ Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectively
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Risk Mgmt., or related field; advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, MSc) or certifications are advantageous
+ Experience in at least one of the following:
+ Scoping, prioritizing, and support remediation of operational issues
+ Investigating and conducting root cause analysis to address repeated operational risk issue types
+ Performing quality assurance on documentation of operational risk issues and events
+ Overseeing BU remediation process for operational risk issues and events
+ Reviewing documentation and maintaining records of operational risk issues and events to ensure transparency and accountability
+ Supporting and overseeing the BU E2E issue resolution process, embedding accountability and ensuring lessons learned are integrated into future operational risk management practices
+ Experience in financial services industry
ORMCM
Non-considerations for sponsorship:
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the UK is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
Considerations for sponsorship:
Depending on factors such as business unit requirements, the nature of the position, cost and applicable laws, American Express may provide visa sponsorship for certain positions.
**Qualifications**
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
+ Competitive base salaries
+ Bonus incentives
+ Support for financial-well-being and retirement
+ Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
+ Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
+ Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
+ Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
+ Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
+ Career development and training opportunities
Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the UK is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
**Job:** Risk
**Primary Location:** United Kingdom-London-London
**Schedule** Full-time
**Tags** ORMCM
**Req ID:** 25013081
Associate Lecturers, Event Management
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The Event School London empowers the next generation of event professionals with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to thrive in the dynamic world of events. We also offer a comprehensive range of upskilling and professional development programmes tailored for aspiring and experienced event managers
Our mission is to deliver high-quality, interactive training that equips graduates with the practical expertise and industry insights needed to succeed.
With flexible training options and access to exclusive industry events and networking opportunities, our expert faculty bring first-hand experience into the classroom, ensuring invaluable learning opportunities.
Role Description
This is a contracted freelance on-site role for an Associate Lecturers, Event Management. The role involves teaching and mentoring students, developing training materials, and providing real-world insights into the event industry and the role and responsibilities of an event manager.
The Associate Lecturer will be responsible for preparing and delivering course materials and facilitating practical learning experiences.
Training assignments this Autumn Term include:
- 1 day a week, 8 weeks, part-time course subjects Tuesdays from 30 September
- 1 or 2 days a week, 10 wks, full-time course core subjects, Tuesdays from 30 September or Wednesdays from 1 October
- 1 day a week, 5 wks, full-time course electives, Thursdays from 2 October and /or 13 November
- 5-day short courses, Mon-Fri, start dates 17 or 24 November
- 2-day masterclasses, 10 & 11 or 13 & 14 November
Training delivery takes place at the Novotel London Excel, Royal Victoria Dock, E16 1AA
(Closest station Custom House on the Elizabeth Lime or DLR)
A training day is 10-4 with a one hour lunch break and a 10 minute morning and afternoon refreshment break.
Ideally you are London based with an existing network of industry contacts to enable experiential learning opportunities for your classes, i.e. site tours, excursions, showcases, industry events, guest speakers.
Experience
Essential
- Expertise in Event Management (start to finish including event feasibility and developing vent concepts, event planning, budgeting and cost management, venue and vendor search and contracting, managing event teams, H&S and risk assessment, event delivery, event evaluation, event career and pathways advice)
- Relevant event industry experience - minimum 10 years
- Relevant event industry connections
- Experience in teaching, mentoring, coaching or training (classroom or workplace)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong organisational and planning abilities
- Ability to provide practical, real-world insights
- Flexibility to adapt to various teaching formats
You must also be legally authorised to work in United Kingdom. We are not offering visa sponsorship.
Ideal
Experience and expertise in one of the following specialties:
- Luxury Event Management
- Venue and Event Styling
- Event Catering
- Party and Social Event Planning
- Event Production ( Technical - AV, Staging, Rigging, Power/Utilities - from an event managers perspective)
- Sports Event Management
- Outdoor Event Management
- Major Event Management
- Festival Management
- Conference Management
- Exhibition/Trade Show Management
- Marketing and PR for Events
- Technology for Events
- Digital Literacy and Leadership
Qualifications
Ideal
- A relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification
- A training, teaching or coaching qualification
Remuneration
These are Freelance Associate Roles. Rates are dependent on course type and enrolment numbers - on average rates are £150 per day.
Please note no travel or other expenses are paid. Invoices can be submitted weekly or monthly and invoice payment terms are 30 days from receipt of invoice.
Applications and Interview Process
Please use LinkedIn Easy Apply. Applications close once roles are filled.
- First round interviews involve a 30 minute Virtual Meeting (via Zoom)
- Second round interviews involved a 10 minute training presentation by the candidate on Industry Trends (via Zoom)
Associate Lecturers, Event Management
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The Event School London empowers the next generation of event professionals with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to thrive in the dynamic world of events. We also offer a comprehensive range of upskilling and professional development programmes tailored for aspiring and experienced event managers
Our mission is to deliver high-quality, interactive training that equips graduates with the practical expertise and industry insights needed to succeed.
With flexible training options and access to exclusive industry events and networking opportunities, our expert faculty bring first-hand experience into the classroom, ensuring invaluable learning opportunities.
Role Description
This is a contracted freelance on-site role for an Associate Lecturers, Event Management. The role involves teaching and mentoring students, developing training materials, and providing real-world insights into the event industry and the role and responsibilities of an event manager.
The Associate Lecturer will be responsible for preparing and delivering course materials and facilitating practical learning experiences.
Training assignments this Autumn Term include:
- 1 day a week, 8 weeks, part-time course subjects Tuesdays from 30 September
- 1 or 2 days a week, 10 wks, full-time course core subjects, Tuesdays from 30 September or Wednesdays from 1 October
- 1 day a week, 5 wks, full-time course electives, Thursdays from 2 October and /or 13 November
- 5-day short courses, Mon-Fri, start dates 17 or 24 November
- 2-day masterclasses, 10 & 11 or 13 & 14 November
Training delivery takes place at the Novotel London Excel, Royal Victoria Dock, E16 1AA
(Closest station Custom House on the Elizabeth Lime or DLR)
A training day is 10-4 with a one hour lunch break and a 10 minute morning and afternoon refreshment break.
Ideally you are London based with an existing network of industry contacts to enable experiential learning opportunities for your classes, i.e. site tours, excursions, showcases, industry events, guest speakers.
Experience
Essential
- Expertise in Event Management (start to finish including event feasibility and developing vent concepts, event planning, budgeting and cost management, venue and vendor search and contracting, managing event teams, H&S and risk assessment, event delivery, event evaluation, event career and pathways advice)
- Relevant event industry experience - minimum 10 years
- Relevant event industry connections
- Experience in teaching, mentoring, coaching or training (classroom or workplace)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong organisational and planning abilities
- Ability to provide practical, real-world insights
- Flexibility to adapt to various teaching formats
You must also be legally authorised to work in United Kingdom. We are not offering visa sponsorship.
Ideal
Experience and expertise in one of the following specialties:
- Luxury Event Management
- Venue and Event Styling
- Event Catering
- Party and Social Event Planning
- Event Production ( Technical - AV, Staging, Rigging, Power/Utilities - from an event managers perspective)
- Sports Event Management
- Outdoor Event Management
- Major Event Management
- Festival Management
- Conference Management
- Exhibition/Trade Show Management
- Marketing and PR for Events
- Technology for Events
- Digital Literacy and Leadership
Qualifications
Ideal
- A relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification
- A training, teaching or coaching qualification
Remuneration
These are Freelance Associate Roles. Rates are dependent on course type and enrolment numbers - on average rates are £150 per day.
Please note no travel or other expenses are paid. Invoices can be submitted weekly or monthly and invoice payment terms are 30 days from receipt of invoice.
Applications and Interview Process
Please use LinkedIn Easy Apply. Applications close once roles are filled.
- First round interviews involve a 30 minute Virtual Meeting (via Zoom)
- Second round interviews involved a 10 minute training presentation by the candidate on Industry Trends (via Zoom)
Director of Event Management
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Event Director or Project Director, Events & Experiences - AGENCY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Hybrid 2-3 Days Office Based in Central East London
What do the people say about the company they work for!
Fabulous culture, caring, supportive, ambitious!
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A values-led creative agency helping people and businesses make meaningful change—combining intelligent creativity with heart to deliver impactful employer brand, culture, and communications solutions.
What you’ll be part of Inspiring people for business performance.
What we need in our new Event Director or Project Director.
- An experienced Project Director who can work across complex creative event projects, delivering industry leading work to our best-in-class standard, whilst building quality client relationships that expand the work we deliver, budget management experience £500k+
- With a successful career of working within an agency, you'll be a highly skilled Event Project Director with experience in delivering events of different styles, including conferences, roadshows, experiential events, and award ceremonies.
- An expert in leading the full lifecycle of large scale / complex / high profile events, with in-depth understanding of production and logistics elements for live, virtual and hybrid events.
- A good understanding of health and safety.
- Someone who can take full ownership of projects from initial brief and ensuring delivery on time, to budget and with the highest level of care.
- Proven experience in owning and growing client relationships, gaining repeat business and developing new opportunities.
- A confident communicator, with high levels of emotional resilience that can adapt quickly and positively to change and pace.
- An ability to take, shape and write an amazing brief as well as advocate on behalf of your clients, spotting risks, solving unexpected problems, challenging assumptions, and making effective decisions under pressure.
- A commercial mind and comfortable with working with complex budgets.
What you will do
- Work across a range of events, think smart and expertly deliver projects to an excellent standard for our clients.
- Work across a range of client brands, taking full ownership of complex event projects from initial brief through to delivery for a range of audiences - B2B, B2C and internal.
- Collaborate with our creative specialists to scope and deliver effective, high quality, strategic and creative solutions for live, virtual and hybrid events.
- Be uncompromising when it comes to attention to detail. Rationalising ideas against the brief and leaving nothing to chance.
- Build strong and trusting relationships with stakeholders, partners, and suppliers alike. Owning key client relationships within client accounts.
- Lead and contribute to pitch proposals and client presentations.
- Lead by example to line manage, mentor and guide junior team members, providing constructive feedback and fostering talent and growth.
- Stay on top of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
- This role may include line management responsibilities.
Get in touch now we'd love to hear from you!
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Director of Event Management
Posted today
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Event Director or Project Director, Events & Experiences - AGENCY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Hybrid 2-3 Days Office Based in Central East London
What do the people say about the company they work for!
Fabulous culture, caring, supportive, ambitious!
JOIN
A values-led creative agency helping people and businesses make meaningful change—combining intelligent creativity with heart to deliver impactful employer brand, culture, and communications solutions.
What you’ll be part of Inspiring people for business performance.
What we need in our new Event Director or Project Director.
- An experienced Project Director who can work across complex creative event projects, delivering industry leading work to our best-in-class standard, whilst building quality client relationships that expand the work we deliver, budget management experience £500k+
- With a successful career of working within an agency, you'll be a highly skilled Event Project Director with experience in delivering events of different styles, including conferences, roadshows, experiential events, and award ceremonies.
- An expert in leading the full lifecycle of large scale / complex / high profile events, with in-depth understanding of production and logistics elements for live, virtual and hybrid events.
- A good understanding of health and safety.
- Someone who can take full ownership of projects from initial brief and ensuring delivery on time, to budget and with the highest level of care.
- Proven experience in owning and growing client relationships, gaining repeat business and developing new opportunities.
- A confident communicator, with high levels of emotional resilience that can adapt quickly and positively to change and pace.
- An ability to take, shape and write an amazing brief as well as advocate on behalf of your clients, spotting risks, solving unexpected problems, challenging assumptions, and making effective decisions under pressure.
- A commercial mind and comfortable with working with complex budgets.
What you will do
- Work across a range of events, think smart and expertly deliver projects to an excellent standard for our clients.
- Work across a range of client brands, taking full ownership of complex event projects from initial brief through to delivery for a range of audiences - B2B, B2C and internal.
- Collaborate with our creative specialists to scope and deliver effective, high quality, strategic and creative solutions for live, virtual and hybrid events.
- Be uncompromising when it comes to attention to detail. Rationalising ideas against the brief and leaving nothing to chance.
- Build strong and trusting relationships with stakeholders, partners, and suppliers alike. Owning key client relationships within client accounts.
- Lead and contribute to pitch proposals and client presentations.
- Lead by example to line manage, mentor and guide junior team members, providing constructive feedback and fostering talent and growth.
- Stay on top of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
- This role may include line management responsibilities.
Get in touch now we'd love to hear from you!
This position would suit: Project Director, Event Director, Head of Events, Event Project Director, Client Services Director Agency, Agency Client Services Director, Account Director Live Events, , Client Services Director Events, Events Services Director, Head of Client Services, Director of Client Services, Account Director Senior Account Manager Live Events, Live Events Project Director, Live Events Director, Head of Events, Events Director, Director of Events, Senior Project Manager Senior Events Manager, Senior Events Project Manager, Head of Production, Head of Events, Events Director, Event Director Senior Event Manager, Senior Project Manager
Event Management - Account Director
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Job Title: Experiential – Account Director
Location: Hybrid (UK-based with travel across UK & Europe)
Reporting To: Head of Client Services and the Chief Experiential Officer
Contract Type: 13 month FTC – Mat Leave Cover
About brandformula
brandformula is a strategic marketing agency that brings brands to life through impactful, insight-led experiences across events, exhibitions, and activations. We work with ambitious brands in the financial services sector, delivering bold creative thinking and flawless execution.
We are now looking for a confident, commercially driven Account Director – Experiential to lead our growing team, shape strategic direction, and deliver standout experiences across the UK and Europe.
The Role
As the Experiential – Account Director, you’ll oversee the day-to-day management of the Experiential team while driving growth, ensuring operational excellence, and acting as a senior client lead. Reporting into the Head of Client Services and the Chief Experiential Officer, you will work strategically across the agency, helping to integrate experiential thinking into broader client solutions and collaborating with other departments on upsell and cross-sell opportunities.
This is a role for a strong leader who is not only strategically minded but also comfortable making confident decisions, leading from the front, and mentoring others.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Experiential team (3 direct reports), providing daily support, development, and performance oversight
- Be the key client contact for dedicated accounts, while supporting wider relationship management across all experiential projects
- Drive sales and growth within the Experiential function, identifying new opportunities and leading cross-agency upsell initiatives
- Oversee and manage end-to-end project delivery, from client brief through to final execution
- Confidently pitch and present to senior stakeholders, articulating strategic thinking and creative direction
- Maintain regular reporting and performance metrics, providing insight to the Executive Director and wider leadership team
- Work closely with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery, cost management, and creative integrity
- Collaborate with exhibition designers and builders, demonstrating a solid understanding of materials, build methods, finishes, costs, and technical language
- Ensure full financial oversight of the team’s work, including budget creation, estimate development, invoicing and reconciliation
- Champion innovation within the team – identifying fresh formats, technologies, and experiential trends
- Support team development – act as a mentor, provide training and advice, and create an environment for growth and learning
- Travel as required across the UK and Europe to oversee live event delivery (including occasional weekend travel during peak periods)
What You’ll Bring
- A minimum of 8 years’ experience in experiential marketing, events, or exhibitions
- Strong background in managing both client relationships and internal teams
- Proven experience in cross-functional collaboration and growing business through upselling
- A confident, strategic mindset – not afraid to make big decisions or challenge the status quo
- Deep understanding of exhibition build processes, with fluency in materials, finishes, and build costs
- Skilled in supplier and budget management, with strong commercial acumen
- Proficient in Microsoft 365, particularly Excel and Canva
- Excellent presentation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to work at pace, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple workstreams effectively
- Passionate about delivering industry-leading experiences and supporting team development
Why Join brandformula?
- At brandformula, you’ll be part of a collaborative, ambitious, and supportive team that’s passionate about creating exceptional work. You’ll have the autonomy to shape ideas, drive growth, and lead exciting projects across Europe and beyond.
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Apprenticeship in Event Management
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As an Event Management Apprentice, you will be involved in:
- Assisting with venue research, booking, and management.
- Supporting the planning and execution of event logistics, including catering, AV, and staffing.
- Liaising with vendors, suppliers, and clients to ensure smooth event operations.
- Developing event schedules and timelines.
- Creating marketing materials and promotional content for events.
- Managing event registration and attendee communication.
- Providing on-site support during events, ensuring everything runs according to plan.
- Assisting with post-event evaluations and reporting.
- Learning about budgeting and financial management for events.
This apprenticeship typically lasts between 12 to 18 months and includes structured training leading to a qualification in Event Management. You will gain invaluable practical experience while developing key skills in project management, communication, and problem-solving. Our client provides a supportive environment where you can learn from the best and make a real contribution to their successful event delivery. This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in event management in Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK .
Event Planning Executive
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The hotel features 298 Guest Rooms, including 19 suites. Blending Edwardian u201cDu Siecleu201d with modern comfort. Our hotel sits in the center of Londonu2019s glitzy theatre district, just a few minutesu2019 walk from Covent Garden, The Royal Opera House and Trafalgar Square.
Located within the historic Waldorf Hotel in London, Homage is a restaurant that masterfully blends the elegance of classic British dining with a modern flair. Inspired by the hotelu2019s rich heritage, Homage offers a refined yet inviting atmosphere where each dish is crafted with precision and passion. From locally sourced ingredients to timeless recipes reimagined, every element is designed to celebrate the best of British cuisine. Perfect for both locals and visitors, Homage invites you to savor a taste of Londonu2019s history with every bite.
Good Godfreyu2019s honours The Waldorfu2019s original house band u2013 Howard Godfrey & The Waldorfians. u200bWith its dark oak paneling and 1920u2019s soundtrack, our guests journey back in time to the opulence and elegance of the Roaring u201820s. With expertly crafted cocktails, our team blends history, flavour, and style for a timeless experience.
**A WORLD OF REWARDS**
**Sales incentives paid quarterly** **Free** **and healthy** **meals** when on duty **Grow your Career!** **Personal Development** programmes designed to support you at every step of your career **A chance to make a difference** through our Corporate Responsibility programmes u2013 Find out what and how we are doing ( **Team Member Travel Program:** discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets) **Team Member Referral Program** **High street discounts:** with Perks at Work **Holiday:** 28 daysincluding bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days) **Discounted dental and health cover** **Modern and inclusive** Team Memberu2019s areas
**What will I be doing?**
As an Event Planning Executive, you will maximise revenue opportunities in the areas of group reservations, conferences and events by planning large programmes and increasing conversions. The Event Planning Executive will interact frequently with Guests and customers with the intention of earning repeat and expanded business. Specifically, an Event Planning Executive will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
Receive and convert incoming enquiries to achieve targets and maximize revenue
Manage an events schedule to maximise yield
Focus on a consistently executed up-selling approach
Build strong relationships with customers to fully understand their needs
Arrange and carry out Hotel show rounds
Ensure the complete administration and execution of all planned events
Participate in hotel promotional activities
**What are we looking for?**
An Event Planning Executive serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:
Good organisational and administration skills
Positive attitude and good communication skills
Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
Confident telephone manner
High level of IT skills
Excellent grooming standards
Demonstrated previous experience working in a Sales environment
**EVERY JOB MAKES THE STAY.**
At Hilton, It Matters Where You Stay, but The Stay is only one side of the story.
We know it takes hundreds of jobs to create unforgettable experiences for our guests u2013 and behind every job, thereu2019s an extraordinary person working to make each Stay magical. Thatu2019s why at Hilton, Every Job Makes the Stay.
**Find out more about all our brands and hotels - Hilton Brands | Global Hospitality Company**
**Job:** _Sales_
**Title:** _Event Planning Executive_
**Location:** _null_
**Requisition ID:** _HOT0BVVN_
**EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans**
Event Planning Executive
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The hotel features 298 Guest Rooms, including 19 suites. Blending Edwardian u201cDu Siecleu201d with modern comfort. Our hotel sits in the center of Londonu2019s glitzy theatre district, just a few minutesu2019 walk from Covent Garden, The Royal Opera House and Trafalgar Square.
Located within the historic Waldorf Hotel in London, Homage is a restaurant that masterfully blends the elegance of classic British dining with a modern flair. Inspired by the hotelu2019s rich heritage, Homage offers a refined yet inviting atmosphere where each dish is crafted with precision and passion. From locally sourced ingredients to timeless recipes reimagined, every element is designed to celebrate the best of British cuisine. Perfect for both locals and visitors, Homage invites you to savor a taste of Londonu2019s history with every bite.
Good Godfreyu2019s honours The Waldorfu2019s original house band u2013 Howard Godfrey & The Waldorfians. u200bWith its dark oak paneling and 1920u2019s soundtrack, our guests journey back in time to the opulence and elegance of the Roaring u201820s. With expertly crafted cocktails, our team blends history, flavour, and style for a timeless experience.
**A WORLD OF REWARDS**
**Sales incentives paid quarterly** **Free** **and healthy** **meals** when on duty **Grow your Career!** **Personal Development** programmes designed to support you at every step of your career **A chance to make a difference** through our Corporate Responsibility programmes u2013 Find out what and how we are doing ( **Team Member Travel Program:** discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets) **Team Member Referral Program** **High street discounts:** with Perks at Work **Holiday:** 28 daysincluding bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days) **Discounted dental and health cover** **Modern and inclusive** Team Memberu2019s areas
**What will I be doing?**
As an Event Planning Executive, you will maximise revenue opportunities in the areas of group reservations, conferences and events by planning large programmes and increasing conversions. The Event Planning Executive will interact frequently with Guests and customers with the intention of earning repeat and expanded business. Specifically, an Event Planning Executive will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
Receive and convert incoming enquiries to achieve targets and maximize revenue
Manage an events schedule to maximise yield
Focus on a consistently executed up-selling approach
Build strong relationships with customers to fully understand their needs
Arrange and carry out Hotel show rounds
Ensure the complete administration and execution of all planned events
Participate in hotel promotional activities
**What are we looking for?**
An Event Planning Executive serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:
Good organisational and administration skills
Positive attitude and good communication skills
Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
Confident telephone manner
High level of IT skills
Excellent grooming standards
Demonstrated previous experience working in a Sales environment
**EVERY JOB MAKES THE STAY.**
At Hilton, It Matters Where You Stay, but The Stay is only one side of the story.
We know it takes hundreds of jobs to create unforgettable experiences for our guests u2013 and behind every job, thereu2019s an extraordinary person working to make each Stay magical. Thatu2019s why at Hilton, Every Job Makes the Stay.
**Find out more about all our brands and hotels - Hilton Brands | Global Hospitality Company**
**Job:** _Sales_
**Title:** _Event Planning Executive_
**Location:** _null_
**Requisition ID:** _HOT0BVVN_
**EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans**