Job description
Lumina Prestige Events is seeking a results-driven Senior Events Manager to lead high-profile corporate events for clients across London and the UK. You will own end-to-end event execution, from concept development through on-site delivery, vendor management, and post-event evaluation. This is a hands-on role ideal for a proactive leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and values superb guest experiences.
You will collaborate with clients, venues, sponsors, and internal teams to ensure flawless execution, exceptional attendee experiences, and measurable ROI.
Responsibility
- Lead end-to-end event lifecycle from concept through post-event debriefs, ensuring alignment with client objectives and brand standards.
- Manage budgets, timelines, and vendor contracts; optimize spend while maintaining quality and safety.
- Source and secure venues, catering, AV, entertainment, and experiential partners; negotiate terms and SLAs.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including creative, operations, and marketing to ensure seamless on-site delivery.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships; translate briefs into compelling concepts and proposals.
- Oversee risk management, compliance, insurance, permits, and health and safety protocols for each event.
- Lead on-site management during events, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and post-event evaluation.
Qualification
- Minimum 5 years of events management experience, ideally in an agency or corporate setting.
- Proven track record delivering large-scale events (500+ attendees) with measurable outcomes.
- Strong budget management and vendor negotiation skills; ability to optimize spend without compromising quality.
- Extensive network of venues, vendors, and partners in London and the UK.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities; comfortable with senior clients.
- Exceptional organization, multitasking, and problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Proficiency with event management software and tools (Eventbrite, Cvent, MS Office, CRM).