The public sector client is looking to recruit an Events Manager for a short term contract, which ideally will start  immediately and complete in September 2021.  The assignment allows you to work remotely but you will need to be on site in London for the event in September. Please Note; This assignment sits inside IR35. The successful candidate will have a valid CTC.

The events manager will support a small team in the delivery of an international digital and tech event in the Autumn, related to the UK’s clients presidency. Convening a broad set of tech sector stakeholders, including government, academia and industry, the event will facilitate frank discussions on the future of the digital tech ecosystem. Scheduled as an in-person event to take place over two days in central London, the event will see a mixture of roundtables, panel discussions and key notes speeches to engage participants and highlight the positive role of technology in society.

Experience in delivery of large international events – from set up through to delivery
Quite a good grasp of policies – Will be dealing with Cabinet office / Foreign office etc
Strong interpersonal skills as will be dealing with Senior audience political and industry figures

Manage the development, production and delivery of an external, international event. Manage the events timeline to ensure that all time scales, budgets, value for money outcomes and expectations are met. Communicate, maintain and develop client and supplier relationships. Provide advice and support to speakers/participants/delegations, including in the production of engaging slide-decks and presentations. Contribute to external engagement strategies, advising and guiding external coordinators/ clients and devising bespoke proposals.