Job description
Join Aurora Events Group, a premium London-based events agency delivering immersive experiences for global brands, associations, and corporations. We craft end-to-end events that blend strategy, storytelling, and flawless execution.
We are looking for a proactive Senior Event Manager to own end-to-end planning and delivery of high-profile events including conferences, galas, and experiential campaigns.
In this role, you will collaborate with clients, creative teams, and partners to translate objectives into unforgettable experiences, while ensuring profitability, risk mitigation, and exceptional attendee satisfaction.
Why Aurora: competitive compensation, flexible working, global opportunities, and a supportive, growth-focused culture.
Responsibility
- Lead end-to-end planning and delivery of major events, conferences, and experiential campaigns from concept to post-event analysis.
- Develop comprehensive budgets, timelines, and resource plans; monitor spend and profitability while optimizing vendor contracts.
- Partner with clients to translate objectives into compelling event programs, agendas, and attendee journeys.
- Source, negotiate, and manage vendors, venues, caterers, AV providers, sponsors, and staffing requirements.
- Oversee on-site production, run-of-show, rehearsals, staffing, safety, and contingency plans to ensure seamless execution.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams across creative, marketing, operations, and sponsorships to deliver cohesive experiences.
- Capture data and deliver post-event reports, insights, and ROI analysis to demonstrate impact and drive improvement.
Qualification
- Minimum 5 years of experience in event management or a related field with a track record of delivering complex events.
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, hospitality, or a related discipline.
- Strong vendor relationships, negotiation skills, and contract management experience.
- Excellent project management, organizational, and time-management skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Proven on-site management experience and ability to perform under pressure.
- Proficiency with event management software, registration platforms, and CRM systems; advanced MS Office skills.
- Outstanding communication and client-facing abilities; creative problem-solving and stakeholder management.