Senior Conference & Events Operations Manager Job at 14forty (London)

Senior Conference Producer / Senior Conference Marketing Specialist

Bring academic conferences to life! Lead production or marketing, connect with g...

Location

Singapore , Singapore

Salary:

Not provided

MDPI

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A Bachelor or Master's degree in any subject
Candidates with at least 2 years of relevant experience are welcome to apply
Experience in conference industry is preferred
Are curious about people and love to speak, build and nurture relations
Capable of handling multiple projects, and articulate common objectives for the teams to follow.
Excellent online call etiquette and written communication skills
International travel and confidence in face-to-face networking
Proven ability to work well in a team but also initiative to work on your own

Job Responsibility

Market Research: Conduct in-depth research on market trends, competitor landscapes, and industry challenges
Value proposition Creation: Discuss valid topics with the chair and write and delivering event briefs for the marketing and editorial teams
Conference agenda curation: Coordinate with chair and session chairs to select the oral and poster presentation candidates, schedule the presentation timing for all slots
Stakeholder Engagement: Establish relationships with key stakeholders, including chair, session chairs, speakers to create advocacy for our events
Website Management: Keep event websites updated with the latest information, speakers, partners, and sessions
Budget Preparation and Tracking: Prepare budget forecast before the event, and update the budget regularly to check the potential profit and loss
Customer Service: Provide exceptional service to partners, speakers, and stakeholders, resolving issues promptly
Milestone Tracking: Monitor and track progress to ensure KPIs and event targets are achieved
Team Coordination: Coordinate with editorial team, marketing team, live session teams
Editorial progress monitor: Work closely with the editorial team on abstract processing and with production teams on abstract book preparation

What we offer

Professional and personal development
International work environment
Flexible working hours in the limits of a full-time job
Trips to the other MDPI offices
Attending Scientific Conferences
Competitive salary, benefits

Fulltime

Senior Manager Events and Catering

Assists the Assistant Director of Catering by providing support to the operation...

Location

United States

Salary:

85000.00 - 113000.00 USD / Year

Marriott Bonvoy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
4 years’ experience in the event management, food and beverage, or related professional area
OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major
2 years’ experience in the event management, food and beverage, or related professional area

Job Responsibility

Projects supply needs for the department
Applies knowledge of all laws as they relate to an event
Understands the impact of banquet operations on the overall success of a conference event and manages activities to maximize customer satisfaction
Adheres to and reinforces all standards, policies, and procedures
Maintains established sanitation levels
Manages departmental inventories and maintains equipment
Schedules banquet service staff to forecast and service standards, while maximizing profits
Assists team in developing lasting relationships with groups to retain business and increase growth
Manages department controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals
Verifies that all banquet event orders (BEO’s) are developed and distributed according to established guidelines

What we offer

Relocation Assistance Available

Fulltime

Senior Manager Events and Catering

Assists the Assistant Director of Catering by providing support to the operation...

Location

United States

Salary:

85000.00 - 113000.00 USD / Year

Marriott Bonvoy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
4 years’ experience in the event management, food and beverage, or related professional area
OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major
2 years’ experience in the event management, food and beverage, or related professional area

Job Responsibility

Projects supply needs for the department
Applies knowledge of all laws as they relate to an event
Understands the impact of banquet operations on the overall success of a conference event and manages activities to maximize customer satisfaction
Adheres to and reinforces all standards, policies, and procedures
Maintains established sanitation levels
Manages departmental inventories and maintains equipment
Schedules banquet service staff to forecast and service standards, while maximizing profits
Assists team in developing lasting relationships with groups to retain business and increase growth
Manages department controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals
Verifies that all banquet event orders (BEO’s) are developed and distributed according to established guidelines

What we offer

Relocation Assistance Available

Fulltime

Senior Events Manager

VAST Data is looking for a Senior Events Manager to join our growing team! This ...

Location

United States , East Coast

Salary:

Not provided

VAST Data

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 7-10 years event marketing experience planning and managing trade shows and user conferences
Experience onboarding and managing multiple vendors
Exceptional organizational skills
Attention to detail and accuracy is a must
Self-motivated, able to work autonomously and communicate with remote management and geographically dispersed teams for extended periods of time
Ability to be creative, efficient, and productive with minimal supervision or guidance
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal & written)
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth organization
A strong team player – comfortable and motivated working in a collaborative environment, with the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders
Travel up to 40% of the time, including occasional international travel

Job Responsibility

Develop event strategies for conferences and tradeshows across North America
Provide operational and logistics support for VAST Data’s user conference, collaborating across internal and external stakeholder teams
Create and manage an annual 3rd party conference event calendar, making recommendations based on industry trends
Facilitate end to end event management, including, all strategic, logistical and operational planning and management of events including booth asset allocation, production and placement, and sponsorship fulfillment
Collaborate cross functionally with field/channel marketing, PR, customer advocacy, product marketing, demand generation and the BDR teams to drive successful customer engagement and market awareness
Lead pre & post event meetings to communicate and align on planning elements and relevant stakeholders and debrief to incorporate learnings for future activities
Manage budget, timelines, resources and ensure brand consistency across all experiences
Set and define goals for each event including targeted lead flow, track results and measure program success

Fulltime

Senior Events Manager

VAST Data is looking for a Senior Events Manager to join our growing team! This ...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

VAST Data

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 7-10 years event marketing experience planning and managing trade shows and user conferences
Experience onboarding and managing multiple vendors
Exceptional organizational skills
Attention to detail and accuracy is a must
Self-motivated, able to work autonomously and communicate with remote management and geographically dispersed teams for extended periods of time
Ability to be creative, efficient, and productive with minimal supervision or guidance
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal & written)
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth organization
A strong team player – comfortable and motivated working in a collaborative environment, with the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders
Travel up to 40% of the time, including occasional international travel

Job Responsibility

Develop event strategies for conferences and tradeshows across North America
Provide operational and logistics support for VAST Data’s user conference, collaborating across internal and external stakeholder teams
Create and manage an annual 3rd party conference event calendar, making recommendations based on industry trends
Facilitate end to end event management, including, all strategic, logistical and operational planning and management of events including booth asset allocation, production and placement, and sponsorship fulfillment
Collaborate cross functionally with field/channel marketing, PR, customer advocacy, product marketing, demand generation and the BDR teams to drive successful customer engagement and market awareness
Lead pre & post event meetings to communicate and align on planning elements and relevant stakeholders and debrief to incorporate learnings for future activities
Manage budget, timelines, resources and ensure brand consistency across all experiences
Set and define goals for each event including targeted lead flow, track results and measure program success
Provide operational and logistics support for VAST Data’s user conference, collaborating across internal and external stakeholder teams

Fulltime

Groups, Conference and Events Manager

Location

United Kingdom , Edinburgh

Salary:

Not provided

Apex Hotels Ltd

Expiration Date

July 19, 2026

Requirements

Proven experience in a senior conference and events role within the hospitality industry, ideally across multiple sites and/or large teams
Strong leadership and team development skills
Commercially astute with a track record of achieving revenue targets
Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficient in event management systems (e.g., Infor, Delphi, Opera, or similar)

Job Responsibility

To lead and inspire a regional team of event planners, a pivotal role responsible for driving event sales performance, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering exceptional client experiences across all conference and event spaces
Responsible for delivery of both personal and team KPI's
Lead, coach, and develop a team of on-site conference and events planners across multiple hotel locations
Foster a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Ensuring the team deliver performance metrics, conversion rates, and pipeline activity to identify growth opportunities
Drive conference and event revenue across the region and wider group, working closely with Head of Groups, Conference & Events, other regional GCE Managers, proactive sales teams and revenue managers
Analyse and pre-emption of GC&E revenue risk and gaps, working with regional Head of GC&E to develop and implement strategies to address revenue gaps
Input to and support the development and execution of regional sales strategies and promotional campaigns
Act as a senior point of contact for key clients and high-value events, ensuring exceptional service delivery
Oversee the end-to-end planning and execution of complex and/or multi-site events

What we offer

30 days holiday
Training and development from day one
Employee events and celebrations
Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP
Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools
Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme
Financial Wellbeing App, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date
£200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team
Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform 'Treat Yourself Here', unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family
Involvement in our employee recognition schemes

Fulltime

Senior Event Operations Manager

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Kisaco Research

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 4 years’ experience in planning and delivering successful events, including Large Scale Events and Expo, with evidence of managing budgets and profitability
At least 12 months’ experience managing and developing a team, with a track record of motivating others to deliver high-quality outcomes
Proven ability to deliver events under budget and in profit
Communicates clearly and persuasively in both written and verbal formats
Builds strong relationships with clients, partners, and suppliers, ensuring excellent customer care throughout
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with the ability to use event platform technology including but not limited to Swoogo, Swapcard, Canva and Grip
Skilled in managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritising effectively, and meeting tight or changing deadlines
Brings experience working in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, maintaining standards and composure under pressure
Willing and able to travel internationally as required for event delivery
Ambition and drive

Job Responsibility

Lead the end to end management of high profile conferences and expos that bring together Fortune 500s, scale ups, and investors
Shape the delegate and sponsor experience, ensuring our events run seamlessly and create lasting value for participants
Speaker Management: Following a hand-over brief from the Event Producer contact all speakers, arrange travel and manage expenses where necessary
Venue: Planning of catering menus, room set up and AV requirements
Vendor Coordination: Smooth execution including, booking, briefing and managing event suppliers such as Audio Visual / Graphics / Catering / stand builders etc
Team Collaboration: Regularly monitor and liaise with Conference Producers and Sales Managers regarding guests, speakers, sponsors and other attendees
Onsite delivery: Team leader for onsite build, ensuring quality control across all aspects including AV, Venue, Catering, Registration
Post Event: Manage and collate event evaluations and appropriate distribution
Venue Sourcing: Once RFP received, contact hotels, identify floor plan and capacity charts that will work for the event, negotiate within agreed budget parameters

What we offer

£100 personal development budget
£200 personal wellness budget
Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home)
25 days of annual leave (in addition to bank holidays) + an additional day off for your birthday each year
1 extra day of annual leave per year up to 30 days total
Regular social and charitable events and annual Summer & Christmas parties

Fulltime

Senior Groups & Events Manager - Central London Marriott Cluster Hotels

The Senior Groups & Events Manager plays a pivotal role within the Central Londo...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

39729.00 GBP / Year

Marriott Bonvoy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Manage large-scale and VIP enquiries such as city-wide events, awards dinners, and multi-day conferences
Drive conversion through compelling show rounds, funnel calls, and proactive communication
Align with a pre-determined event and group strategy, collaborating with banqueting and kitchen teams to refine offerings and enhance customer satisfaction
Oversee bedroom block management, meeting space inventory, and ensures accurate booking processes
Lead the coordination of daily/weekly Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), facilitate meetings and act as the communication bridge between sales and operations
Ensure consistent and accurate use of hotel systems to uphold brand standards and maintain data integrity
Support team members through training, mentoring, and leading by example
Drive balanced scorecard results across properties and support the Cluster Director in energizing the team through initiatives like closing days and promotional campaigns
Manage financial processes including post masters (PMs), credit requests, deposit schedules, and commission invoices
Participate in monthly hotel credit meetings to ensure financial accuracy and compliance

Job Responsibility

Sales & Conversion
Operational Coordination
Team Leadership & Development
Financial Oversight
Guest Satisfaction
Sales & Revenue Management

What we offer

Unique opportunity to be part of an award winning international brand
Part of Marriott International, the largest hospitality brand in the world
World class training and development programmes
Work alongside award-winning, experienced hospitality professionals
Discounted room nights, meals, and spa access
Access to health and life assurance
Access to major high street discounts

Fulltime

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