Event Executive

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning: Develop innovative ideas for events and prepare well-considered proposals. Lead and deliver a varied annual programme that ensures a balanced schedule, avoiding both internal and external conflicts. Formulate thoughtful strategies for event planning that provide genuine value to all stakeholders, including members, sponsors, and attendees.
Project Lead: Partner closely with the CEO to plan and review over 50 annual events, ranging from large-scale galas for 350+ guests to closed-door forums for 20 executives, including briefings, lunches, networking evenings, conferences, and charity events.
Event Strategy: Define target audiences, select venues, set financial objectives, and craft comprehensive sponsorship plans for each initiative.
Logistics & Operations: Oversee all on-site logistics, including floor plans, staffing, and supplier management to ensure seamless execution.
Financial Management: Maintain strict budget control, negotiate with vendors to ensure cost-efficiency, and manage the P&L for each event.
Sponsorship & Relations: Develop compelling sponsorship packages and act as the primary point of contact for corporate sponsors.
Marketing Collaboration: Partner with the Marketing department to coordinate event promotion, maximise media coverage, and ensure the Chamber’s brand integrity is upheld across all touchpoints.
Committee Support: Take responsibility for managing and facilitating specific Chamber Committee activities.
Requirements
Experience: Proven track record in project management and event planning, with at least 1-3 years experience .
Competencies: Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with high proficiency in English (written and spoken).
Commercial Acumen: Seeing the big pictures, problem solving, strong communications skills with stakeholders and experience managing budgets/P&Ls.