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Senior Project Manager - Brand Experience & Automotive events
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Senior Project Manager – Brand Experience & Automotive Events
Senior Project Manager | Full-time, Permanent | Hybrid (London & Regional) | TBC
A leading brand experience agency is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join its automotive team and drive the delivery of national events, roadshows, and test-drive activations for major automotive clients.
About the Role
The Senior Project Manager will oversee end-to-end project management, including:
- Client liaison and stakeholder communication
- Budget ownership, forecasting, and supplier negotiation
- On-site leadership for smooth event execution
- Health & safety documentation compliance
- Team management (both pre-event planning and live delivery)
- Ensuring seamless multi-location event delivery across the UK
Candidates must demonstrate: ✔ Agency experience with automotive clients ✔ Strong operational and budget management expertise ✔ Ability to lead teams confidently in both pre-event planning and on-site contexts
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This is a hybrid role based between London and a regional office, with regular UK travel.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex, multi-client automotive activations from scoping to execution
- Negotiate supplier contracts and vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective delivery
- Oversee budget tracking, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Conduct onsite coordination and emergency situation management
- Ensure health & safety compliance throughout all phases
- Work closely with design, logistics, and production teams for actionable delivery
Requirements
- 5+ years’ experience in agency project management, preferably within the automotive or brand experience sector
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong supplier negotiation and budget control skills
- On-site event leadership experience (ideal)
- Excellent communication and risk-management capabilities
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About the Company
A recognized leader in brand experience, focused on delivering high-impact automotive events that drive client ROI.
Additional Details
- Location: London / Regional Office (Hybrid)
- Hours: Full-time, Permanent
- Salary: Competitive (not stated)
- Travel: UK-wide as required
- Candidates must: Have automotive industry exposure and a track record of leading live activations
(Deadlines, interviews, and offers TBD)
The ideal candidate will blend strategic foresight with hands-on coordination to elevate automotive brand experiences.
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