Handle Recruitment
Senior Event Operations Manager
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Handle Recruitment are looking for a Senior Events Operations Manager to join our client's global events portfolio.
12 month FTC
London | Hybrid - 3 days in office
Up to £55,000 + 10% Bonus
Lots of international travel opportunities!!
The Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the delivery of large-scale, international events. Working with a market-leading events business, you'll oversee complex projects from early planning stages to onsite execution, ensuring everything runs smoothly and on time. The role focuses on delivering and managing high-quality international events across Europe, the Middle East, America, and Africa. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in event operations, the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and meticulous attention to detail.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the operational delivery of large conferences and exhibitions across multiple sectors
- Collaborate with the Head of Operations to implement strategic plans for event portfolios
- Manage and develop an operations team, overseeing projects and responsibilities
- Handle budgets, including forecasting, financial reporting, and cost negotiations
- Maintain supplier and venue relationships, negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance
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Knowledge, Skills, Attitude and Behaviour
- Proven experience delivering large, international conferences and exhibitions
- Strong resolution and stakeholder management skills
- IOSH or similar health & safety qualification, with knowledge of contract review
- Excellent organisation skills, capable of managing multiple projects at once
- Flexible approach, including international travel, evening, and weekend work during events
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