United Media
Conference Operations Organiser
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Conference Operations Organiser
Senior Events Operations Manager
About the Role This role gives you the opportunity to own the operational standard of every conference we run. You will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of 10 European private equity conferences annually, covering venues, suppliers, on-site teams, and the overall attendee experience.
Are you driven by ownership, thrive in fast-paced environments, and enjoy problem-solving with countless moving pieces? Do you want to play a key role in defining an entire industry’s future, while being part of an entrepreneurial team filled with highly motivated colleagues?
About United Media
United Media specialises in creating large-scale industry media and conference products across sectors like insurance, finance, and retail. With eight organically-grown media companies and one acquisition under its belt, we thrive on bold ideas and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Event Operations & Execution
- Complete end-to-end ownership: Execute all logistical and operational details for 10 private equity conferences per year
- Supplier Relations:
- Research, select, and manage relationships with top-tier suppliers (venues, catering, AV, hospitality)
- Negotiate cost-effective contracts and ensure peak-quality service
- Monitor supplier performance and conflict resolution
- Budget Management:
- Review and control expenses
- Forecast costs and align changes with stakeholders
- On-site Support:
- Lead venue coordination and execute on-site execution
- Provide real-time problem-solving for front-of-house operations
- Uphold the highest standards of guest experience
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Planning & Coordination
- Custom Event Design: Plan and execute VIP-sponsored events, lunches, dinners, and networking events
- Inventory Management:
- Track on-site stocks and promotional materials (banners, signage, kits, etc.) -oversight and quality assurance on all printed/logistic assets
People Leadership
- Volunteer Management:
- Recruit, train, and oversee a team of 40+ on-site volunteers
- Ensure seamless handoffs between pre-event and live execution
What We Offer You
Growth & Impact
- Take direct accountability for high-impact business growth areas
- Unlimited internal promotion track record of advancing top-performers
- Work alongside our CEO and founding team with regular 1:1 mentorship
Skills & Experience
- Develop expertise across project management, client partnerships, supplier relations, and operational risk mitigation
- Build a powerful transferable skillset, including:
- Verbal/written communications
- Interpersonal dynamics
- Research and stakeholder management
- Supply chain negotiation
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Travel and Culture
- Opportunity to work on conferences across EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa)
- Get lap it up in collaborative work environment—pure London HQ with a startup energy
Work Setting
- Location: On-site in London (4-minute walk to Victoria Station)
- Schedule: Monday-Friday weekdays
- Flexible start date
What We Look For
Core Traits
- Avant-garde drive: Desire to excel entirely and redefine your field
- High integrity ethics with unwavering attention to detail
- Urgent pace—ability to thrive under tight deadlines
- People first: Love connecting, engaging, and nearing relationships authentically
- Adaptability: Comfortable in ambiguity and pivoting with minimal hand-holding
Requirements
- UK work permit eligibility mandatory
- No prior experience required
##We’re not looking for perfect people—just the ones who love shipping, care about quality, and own the outcomes**. If you’re driven by ownership and want to grow at warp speed, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s talk.
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