Konker
Event Operations Manager
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Event Ops Manager | London/Hybrid | £40-50k + Bonus
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join a leading organisation within the international events and exhibitions sector. This role will play a key part in delivering two flagship exhibitions across the UK and Germany, including supporting the launch of a major new event.
Ideal opportunity for an organised, commercially minded operations professional who thrives in fast-paced event environments and enjoys managing complex projects from planning through to onsite delivery.
The position is hybrid, with regular travel across the UK and Germany and significant onsite attendance during live events.
Fluency in both German and English is essential.
The Role
Working closely with senior operational and technical teams, you will support the planning and execution of large-scale exhibitions, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and within budget.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the end-to-end operational delivery of major exhibitions in both the UK and Germany.
- Managing elements of operational budgets, including forecasting, expenditure tracking and financial reporting.
- Negotiating with suppliers and contractors to secure competitive pricing and maximise value.
- Coordinating venue operations, contractors and exhibitors throughout build-up, live event and breakdown phases.
- Maintaining accurate records, meeting documentation and project communications.
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About You
The successful candidate will be a highly organised operations professional with experience delivering exhibitions, conferences or large-scale live events.
You'll be someone who enjoys solving problems, working collaboratively and remaining calm under pressure while delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate:
- Previous experience within the exhibitions, events or conference industry.
- Proven operational delivery experience for live events.
- Experience managing budgets, costs or financial tracking.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders at all levels.
- High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
- A customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality events.
- Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Experience with systems such as Salesforce, Pardot or Workday would be advantageous.
- A willingness to travel internationally, including extended periods onsite during live events.
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What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work on internationally recognised exhibitions.
- Hybrid working environment.
- International travel across the UK and Germany.
- Exposure to high-profile, large-scale event projects.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
- Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
If you're an experienced event operations professional looking for your next challenge within an international environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact Ashley on 01392 249937 | Ashley.heyworth@konkergroup.com
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