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Senior Associate – Events Executive (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Line of Service: Internal Firm Services (IFS) Industry/Sector: Not Applicable Specialism: IFS – Internal Firm Services – Other Management Level: Senior Associate Location: More London (with travel across venues)
About the Role
PwC is seeking an experienced Senior Associate Events Executive for a 12-month fixed-term contract within the Event Delivery team. This role requires ownership and accountability across all stages of end-to-end event execution, supporting client-facing seminars and large-scale internal conferences. The team provides professional event management, planning, and delivery—ensuring events align with marketing strategy and drive impact.
This position involves:
- Managing planning, budgeting, and delivery of in-person and hybrid events
- Collaborating with stakeholders to develop event concepts
- Coordinating with vendor teams, suppliers, and in-house design partners
- Ensuring compliance with quality, compliance, and preferred supplier policies
The role is ideal for candidates with strong operational event expertise, experience in corporate settings (B2B/professional services), and a proactive, results-driven mindset.
Key Responsibilities
Event Strategy & Alignment
- Define clear objectives for internal and external events, aligning delivery with marketing and business campaign goals.
- Manage event timelines and budgets, ensuring financial viability and strategic alignment.
End-to-End Event Delivery
- Plan and execute live events, including:
- Venue sourcing and selection
- Supplier and speaker management
- Contract management and negotiations
- Production oversight (video/branding logistics)
- Lead reharsals, stakeholder briefings, and onsite event delivery.
- Ensure seamless execution, managing post-event debriefs and continuous improvement.
Stakeholder Engagement & Supplier Relations
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to refine event concepts.
- Provide expert supplier recommendations, negotiate cost-effective contracts, and uphold preferred supplier agreements.
- Foster collaboration with internal and external partners (e.g., in-house design, AV teams).
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Operational Excellence
- Adapt to evolving priorities, ensuring projects stay on deadlines and budget.
- Utilise data and analytics to optimise event metrics and value for money.
- Apply marketing principles to enhance audience engagement and ROI.
What This Role Demands
Core Requirements
- Proven 5+ years in events management, with end-to-end delivery of corporate conferences, B2B seminars, and internal firm events (ideally within professional services).
- Experience with virtual/hybrid event structures and supplier coordination (A/V, print, hospitality).
- Strong financial acumen, including budget forecasting, cost containment, and financial reporting.
- Demonstrated relationship management skills with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
- Excellent oral/written communication, diplomacy, and stakeholder influencing in high-pressure scenarios.
- Ability to schedule, prioritise multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience with marketing collateral development and campaign messaging for events.
- Familiarity with PwC’s professional services environment or a comparable firm.
- Knowledge of ** Event Technology Platforms (e.g., Hopin, Bizzabo)** or similar software.
- Proactive approach to health, safety, and accessibility for attendees.
- Packed venue management experience.
The Impact You’ll Make
- Elevate PwC’s event experience, ensuring they meet strategic goals.
- Foster a collaborative environment between internal/external partners for seamless delivery.
- Continuously innovate event strategies, ensuring future tastemakers are competitive against industry trends.
What You’ll Gain from Us
- Flexible, empowering environment: Tailored hybrid working model with office/home/onsite flexibility.
- Health and wellbeing support:
- Comprehensive private medical insurance and 24/7 virtual GP access.
- Six volunteer days to support causes you care about.
- Career growth opportunities: Challenge-led work that accelerates your expertise in events and strategy.
- Financial wellness: An flexible compensation package and performance-based rewards.
- Community & purpose: Collaborative culture and direct contribution to the firm’s success.
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Key Attributes of the Ideal Candidate
This role is perfect for: ✔ An experienced strategist with marketing/BD (business development) alignment capability. ✔ A principles-led problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments. ✔ Those with strong nursery skills and the ability to manage tension constructively. ✔ A proactive adapter, eager to innovate while aligning to best practices.
Technical Skills Required
Certifications & Education (Ideal but Not Mandatory)
- No mandatory degree requirement on merit; relevant degrees include Events Management, Marketing, Business Administration, or Hospitality.
- Any event-specific qualifications (e.g. CMP for CMP-Accredited) are advantageous.
Soft Skills
✹ Budget Management and Cost Savings experience ✹ Supplier Engagement and Negotiation ability ✹ Strategic Event Planning and Delivery proficiency ✹ Critical Listening and Relationship Building ✹ Creative and Analytical Approach to resolving event challenges
Flexibility Statement
- Travel: Up to 20% travel, including early morning, late evening, and occasional weekend event delivery with travel expenses recognised.
- Work Schedule: Requires irregular hours to support different events and time zones.
- Location: Primarily based in More London Office, with venue travel across internal/external sites.
Ready to add value?
If you’re passionate about crafting world-class events, delivering outstanding results, and driving excellence in a consultative context, we’d love to hear from you. At PwC, you’ll grow exponentially through purposeful work that unlocks potential in both yourself and your team. Let’s change what’s possible—join our team.
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