Events Lead

Events & Experiential Lead

Contract - 9 months

Fully remote- full right to work in the UK

Inside IR35

£400-500 per day

Role Overview

An opportunity for an accomplished Global Experiential & Events Lead to drive the strategy, planning, and seamless delivery of impactful public policy and industry events worldwide. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who excels at translating organisational vision into compelling, best-in-class experiences.

The successful candidate will bring a global mindset, expert-level event production skills, and a passion for delivering polished, high-profile programs that engage diverse stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management of a wide variety of events, from ideation through post-event reporting, ensuring all programs are executed to the highest standards.

• Develop and communicate the brand and event narrative internally and externally, managing alignment across internal teams and third-party production vendors.

• Oversee all logistics and operational details, including vendor management, guest communications, catering, accommodations, staffing, transportation, security, VIP support, and on-site production.

• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration, run planning meetings, track deliverables, and maintain clear project timelines to ensure events are delivered on schedule and within budget.

• Manage financial and legal processes, including contract negotiations, budget reconciliation, invoicing, permits, and insurance documentation.

• Produce post-event analysis and reporting, including KPI tracking, wrap-up decks, and archiving of project materials and assets.

• Create and deliver executive-facing presentations summarising event strategy, outcomes, and impact.

Required Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience in experiential marketing, event production, or live event management, with a portfolio demonstrating large-scale program execution and budget oversight.

• Significant global event experience, including familiarity with regional requirements, vendor networks, and cultural considerations.

• Experience in public policy, government relations, or related industries is preferred.

• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating in a cross-functional team environment.

• Proven capacity to manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritise competing demands, and remain adaptable in a dynamic setting.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing and delivering presentations to senior leadership.

• Proficiency in event budgeting, contracting, and risk management processes.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Event Management, Communications, Marketing, or Public Affairs.

If this sounds like you please do share your CV with me for urgent consideration. You must have the FULL right to work in the UK to apply for this role

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