United Media
Conference Operations Manager
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Conference Operations Manager
Head of Event Operations (10/Year European PE Conferences)
You will own the operational standard for every conference we produce. Responsibilities include the end-to-end execution of 10 European private equity conferences annually, covering venues, supplier management, on-site coordination, and delivering ceiling-quality experiences.
About the Role
Do you love fast-paced environments, where ownership, urgency, and precision are rewarded? Can you ship on time, even with a thousand moving parts? If so, this might be the right role for you.
You’ll join an high-performing, entrepreneurial team with exceptional drive, hungry for ambition and growth. Our mission? Shaping the future of our industry.
About United Media
United Media builds high-impact media and conference brands. We’ve launched 8 industry-leading media businesses, invested in growth, and targeting cross-sector leadership in finance, insurance, retail, and beyond.
Welcome to a company that grows with you.
Why This Role? Why Us?
Responsibilities
Your core focus is ensuring flawless, high-quality execution across all events. Key areas include:
Supplier & Logistics Mastery
- Research and source top-tier suppliers (venues, vendors, brands).
- Negotiate contracts, compare offerings, and secure cost-effective, high-value partnerships.
- Maintain proactive supplier relationships with clear communication and conflict resolution.
- Handle budget review & forecasting to alert stakeholders of changes before deadlines.
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Event Execution
- Lead the end-to-end planning of VIP sponsorships, dinners, lunches, and post-conference activations.
- Coordinate venues & on-site teams—ensuring detail mastery, timing precision, and seamless event flow.
- On-site troubleshooting—problem-solving under pressure to guarantee a stellar experience.
Internal & Organisational Support
- Consolidate and condense team queries, reducing repetitive requests.
- Inventory tracking—manage and update all event assets, from AV equipment to branding.
- Quality check creative assets (banners, signage, marketing collateral).
- Volunteer leadership—hire, train, and manage 40-person teams for each event.
What We Offer You
Impact & Growth
- Start with ownership. Operate as a key player, with measurable, tangible results shaping business success.
- Work with high-performers—collaborate closely with our CEO and core team.
- Level-up from culture. Our culture scrambles negative Zero. All leadership roles are triggered internally.
- Grow at your own pace. Immerse yourself in a future-proof, intellectually stimulating environment.
- International exposure. Oversee and join conferences outside London.
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Skills You’ll Develop
- Leadership Development: Position yourself for future managerial roles within our company.
- Soft Skills Transformation: Sharpen communication, research, outreach, and project management skills.
- Travel & Industry Insights: Build global connections as you work across European locations.
What We’re Looking For
No Experience Needed
- UK work permit required (hard requirement).
- No specific degree/industry expertise needed, but we’ll train you up and ensure rapid professional development.
We’re seeking candidates who embody:
✅ Relentless drive—obsessively analytical and orientated toward excellence. ✅ PPR right? The proactivity, punctuality, and responsibility that make others lean on you—not the other way around. ✅ Empathy + Influence—the people doer. Can you talk, listen, and forge connections effortlessly? ✅ Structured hustle—organised, prioritised, and deadlined in high-stress scenarios. ✅ Tactical marathon runner—calm under pressure, plan for the long game but react to the here-and-now.
Critical Expectations
- Flexible start date. Role’s primarily onsite (London Office, minutes from Victoria Station).
- No remote flexibility—if 행동할 we’re doing in person, and in the moment.
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