Meetings and Events Project Director

About the Opportunity

Job Title: Meetings and Events Project Director

Brand: Emota

Location: Ashby-de-la-Zouch or Manchester

Reporting to: Director of Meetings and Events

Direct reports: Project Managers and Senior Project Managers

Responsibilities

• Lead the meetings and events delivery teams to ensure quality of delivery and financial health of associated projects
• Be operational on high-profile client projects
• Fulfil the role of Project Lead for the service line for multi-disciplined projects
• Support the Director of Meetings and Events with forecasting and financial analysis for assigned accounts
• Review and analyse financial tools to ensure health of all projects
• Be a subject matter expert on company financial tools
• Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of budgets throughout the lifecycle on designated projects
• Ensure financial tracking of each event and conduct regular 'health checks' to ensure positive cash flow
• Identify and report cost avoidance/saving measures
• Ensure compliance with company and client invoicing processes
• Oversee accurate final reconciliation of events within agreed timelines
• Meet and communicate with clients to maintain relationships
• Identify new opportunities and leads for business development
• Help present event proposals to clients
• Plan, attend, and complete client planning meetings
• Organise, plan, and prioritise staff and resources to meet goals and deadlines
• Conduct regular 1:1s with team members
• Lead on recruitment and development of staff
• Attend and contribute positively at team meetings and lead calls
• Work towards client and company-driven service level agreements (SLAs) for all events

About You

What do you need to have…

• Previous experience (7+ years) in managing and delivering meetings and events
• Experience managing event budgets in global destinations
• Event project management and resource management skills
• A customer-centric approach to event delivery
• Proficiency in event management software and Microsoft 365 suite
• Flexibility and willingness to travel nationally and internationally
• Experience working with Pharmaceutical/Healthcare clients

Benefits

• Volunteer days
• Enhanced annual leave with an option to buy/sell
• Company pension
• Life and health insurance
• Many other benefits

About Company

Emota is an award-winning global events agency that creates and delivers engaging, impactful experiences. We partner with clients to provide various solutions underpinned by applied behavioural science.

If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every job requirement. Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.