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Events Manager
Operations Manager – Conference Execution (Private Equity)
You will own the operational standard for every conference we run, overseeing the end-to-end execution of 10 European private equity conferences annually—covering venues, suppliers, on-site teams, and attendee experience.
About the Role
Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment, where you excel at managing a thousand moving pieces—ensuring everything lands perfectly, on time, under pressure? Do you love being part of something that defines industry standards while contributing to an exceptional entrepreneurial team?
If yes, we want you to join our global operations team.
Why Join United Media?
United Media (https://www.united-media.com/) is on a mission to build large-scale industry media and conference products in sectors like insurance, finance, and retail. We’ve organically launched 8 media companies and acquired one—growing rapidly with your vision.
As your onsite HQ in London, you’ll work in an environment that challenges you daily. Benefits include:
- Real, impactful work – Your contributions directly affect the business, from sourced suppliers to event execution.
- Close mentorship – Work alongside extraordinary team members, the CEO, and founders—who invest in your growth.
- Unlimited potential – Internal promotions are standard, with a track record of rapid advancement.
- Travel opportunities – Join conferences across Europe.
- Highly transferable skills – Develop expertise in interpersonal engagement, research, organisation, outreach, and project management through hands-on experience and training.
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Your Key Responsibilities
This role is dynamic, blending operational oversight with hands-on execution. Your typical responsibilities will include:
Supplier Research & Management
- Source, compare, and select the best suppliers for event logistics, branded materials, and add-ons.
- Conduct detailed supplier negotiations to secure competitive rates and premium service quality.
- Maintain strong supplier relationships—proactively resolving any issues while ensuring cost efficiency.
- Manage budgets—flagging variances and adjustments well in advance.
Event Execution
- Plan and coordinate VIP events, corporate lunches, dinners, and after-hours activities as part of sponsored conferences.
- Logistics coordination with venues—ensuring spaces, equipment, and staff align exactly with in-person events.
- Provide on-site support—leading day-of operations to guarantee seamless execution.
Internal Support
- Streamline requests – Consolidate internal team queries efficiently.
- Inventory management – Track materials and equipment, updating schedules and usage logs in real time.
- Quality-check design assets (banners, signage, brochures) before mass distribution.
On-Site Volunteer Leadership
- Hire, train, and manage a 40-person on-site volunteer team, ensuring execution aligns with our standards.
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Growth with United Media
Join us for a couple of years or a lifelong career—we believe this role sets the foundation for rapid ascent into senior management positions. Our culture prioritises internal mobility, so progression isn’t an afterthought—it’s an expectation.
What We’re Looking For
This role is for driven individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, regardless of prior experience. UK work permit eligibility is mandatory, but we’ll take you on the journey.
We’re seeking candidates who embody these core traits:
- Relentless ambition – A hunger to Master your craft and exceed expectations.
- High-performing work ethic – Intensely focused, driven by urgency, and obsessively reliable.
- Ownership & initiative – Take accountability for every task, ownership for outcomes, and execute through.
- Social acumen – Fascination with people—natural talent for relationship-building at every level.
- Dual-star communication – (Exceptionally clear) both verbally and in writing.
- Precision & prioritisation – Highly organised, adrenalised by structure, and adept at making scope decisions.
Your Start Date & Location
Flexible to start—fully onsite (Monday-Friday) in our London office (just 4 minutes from London Victoria Station).
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