About

Our client is an international events agency, they offer a wide range of marketing leading services and take a creative approach to events management.

Now looking for a Senior Project Manager to join their team, the successful candidate will manage profitable, prestigious client exhibition stands, using staff and other resources in the preparation, planning and delivery to exceed client business objectives and expectations.

Job Role

• Ensure effective usage of in-house project management systems and processes
• Manage all venues and associated logistical arrangements
• Ensure an accurate sense of accuracy and process-based approach to timelines and budget
• Manage and co-ordinate client requirements with all 3rd party suppliers/internal service providers (Exhibit stand builders, Print, 2 & 3D design, Production, AV, and Travel), where required
• Maintain a good understanding of exhibit-based styles, installation processes and AV technology
• Produce, manage and circulate key communications e.g. weekly status reports to all key meeting stakeholders e.g. client, build companies and content agencies etc
• Travel on-site to conduct site inspections and undertake planning meetings with all suppliers, when required
• Travel on-site to manage all meeting requirements and on-site staff
• Travel on-site as part of an on-site team and solo when required
• Ensure delivery of all exhibit activates are in accordance with regulatory and client-defined compliance guidelines
• Deliver first class customer service in line with clients’ objectives
• Complete project risk assessments
• Attend meetings and liaise with clients where applicable to establish, maintain and develop relationships
• Help identify new opportunities for existing clients and new business development opportunities for team to follow-up

Skills and Experience

• Understanding and experience of working with event management, client management and production with at least 3 years experience
• A second language would be advantageous
• Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office suite
• Take a flexible approach to work, being able to travel throughout the UK regularly
• Accurate written and verbal communication skills
• Display an understanding of compliance
• Ability to comply with all company and client policies and procedures, including those relating to Health & Safety
• The ability to maintain good long-term relationships with exhibition organisers, to ensure the best value for money for clients
• Ability to develop and apply a good knowledge of the company’s range of services

Benefits

There will be a negotiable salary on offer for the successful candidate.